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1941
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2016
James Cebas Obituary
James A. Cebas, 75, of Rockford passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2016, in his home, surrounded by his family. He was born January 14, 1941, in Rockford, the son of Ben Cebas and Shirley Eichelberger. He served in the US Army from 1958-1966. He married Alice Englehart-Meloche in Oregon, IL on July 15, 1982. He was a licensed real estate broker. Worked for Own It Realty and also Barnes Drill. Member of Belvidere Moose Lodge and the Verdi Club. Survivors include his wife, Alice; stepchildren, Bill Meloche, Steve Meloche and Tracy Paluzzi; grandchildren, Kyle Paluzzi, Mariah Paluzzi, Carina Paluzzi, Olivia Paluzzi and Christopher Meloche; sister, Sandra Thompson; two aunts, nieces, and many special cousins; and very dear friends, Danita and Frank. Predeceased by his mother, Shirley Eichelberger; stepdad, Ike Eichelberger; dad, Ben Cebas; and stepmom, Catherine Cebas.
Memorial Mass at 10 a.m. Monday, February 29, 2016, in St. Bernadette Church, with Father Joel Lopez officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com
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MaryJane Alongi
March 1, 2016
Dear Sandy,
I am so sorry to see that your brother Jim is no longer with you. I too lost my brother John on September 11, 2015. My heart hurts for you and your family. I will always cherish the fond memories of Jim and I know you have so many wonderful memories in your heart also.
May the Lord Jesus Christ bless you and your entire family and may the Holy Spirit give you comfort and peace at this time.
March 1, 2016
Very sorry for your loss. Jim was a good friend to my Father, Ray Pozzi. I met Jim several years ago when they worked at Barnes with my Dad. Jim always came to visit my Dad when he was at the Loyalton and my Dad enjoyed his visits so much. Jim was so helpful to my brother, sister and I when we sold my parents home. He understood how hard it was as it was the only home we ever knew.
The Kevin Pozzi Family.
Jessica Cacciapaglia
February 29, 2016
I always loved our back and forth banter that Jim and I shared whenever he came into Linos. I will miss his funny spirit and wonderful smile.
Rick Riles
February 28, 2016
I met Jim in 2012 when he became my realtor and my friend he was a good man and i always enjoyed talking to him.My prayers are with his family.
Marty, Paula & Nicole Dreger
February 28, 2016
RIP my friend.
Karen Ferre
February 27, 2016
Alice, So sorry to see Jim has passed away.I knew when I did not get Christmas card something was wrong. Jim and I went to grade school together and stayed in touch over the years. He also worked with my husband Rick at Barnes Drill. May God walk with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Karen Ferre
Gilbert, AZ.
Contact me if you wish at [email protected]
Praying for you all.
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