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SOPHIE ROTKVICH Obituary

Sophie Rotkvich (nee Drobac) ST. JOHN, IN/FORMERLY OF SOUTH CHICAGO - Sophie Rotkvich age 99, of St. John passed away on August 26, 2018. She was the beloved wife of 49 years to the late George Rotkvich, Sr.; loving mother of George (Marilyn) Rotkvich, late Daniel (late Patricia) Rotkvich, Joseph (late Rita) Rotkvich, Michael (Debra) Rotkvich, Paulette (Brian) Trzesniak, Helen (Mark) Vukobratovich, Melanie (Gregory) Eggebrecht. Dearly loved "Baba" "Gram" and "Baba Soph" to 16 grandchildren and spouses and 25 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, Kumovi and dear friends who showed her great love through the years. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Archangel Michael Serbian Orthodox Church, 186th & Stoney Island Ave., Lansing, IL with V. Rev. Dr. Milos Vesin officiating. At rest Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville, IN. Visitation will be on Friday from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at the LINCOLN RIDGE FUNERAL HOME, 7607 W. Lincoln Hwy., Schererville (Rt. 30 east of Cline Ave.) Pomen prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Sophie will lie in state at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service. She was a member of St. Archangel Michael Serbian Orthodox Church, The Circle of Serbian Sisters, the SNF Lodge #118 and the Senior's Club.

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Published by The Times on Aug. 28, 2018.

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September 1, 2018

Dear Family Of Sophie: There is no words to describe how i feel today! I could not attend the wake or funeral because of my job and my mom did after losing her husband too! It broke her heart to see your mom and then think about dad too! She called me at work and told me about it! My love pours out to your entire family and my prayers are with you always! Love Nevi Nadine Rakich

Larry & Carol Babich

August 31, 2018

May she rest in peace.

Nick & Barbbara Marino

August 31, 2018

Wonderful memories of Sophie & George! Our deepest sympathy to the family!

Plants Galore

a loved one

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Eternal Blessings with Cross Vase

Georgia VanAdestine

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Petar and Michele Kovacevich

August 30, 2018

You will always be remembered.

Truly Beloved

Petar Kovacevich

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Dodie Bukala

August 29, 2018

My condolences to your entire family. Sophie was one wonderful lady with a huge heart. A lot of many great memories between our families. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Memorial Eternal

Martha Ostoich Teshich

August 28, 2018

Dear Kumovi,
+Kuma Soph was one of those strong women whose presence made you smile, a figure from my childhood, both neighborhood and church where she was always warm, genuine, and kind. She leaves a truly beautiful legacy with the incredible family she and +Kum George created that holds their traditions and love so dearly. You were all blessed to have her and she certainly was blessed to enjoy the love of such a large , wonderful family. Vjecnaja Pamjat +Kuma!
Kuma Martha & family

August 28, 2018

Always a pleasure being in your company because of your fun class and beauty. Sincere condolences. Paul & Daniella Milanovich

Diana Companion Care

August 28, 2018

We offer our deepest sympathies on the loss of your mom Sophie. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you during this difficult times.

August 28, 2018

To the entire Rotkvich Family, Our deepest Sympathy and prayers on your loss. Mike Yekich and Family

George Yekich

August 27, 2018

My Condolences to the entire Rotkovich family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at such a difficult time.

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