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John Tamke Obituary
Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 23 at 11:00 a.m. at Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln Street. A calling hour will be held at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will be in All Faiths Cemetery. Contributions may be made to UMass Memorial Foundation, Home Health or Hospice, PO Box 2795, Worcester MA 01613 or to a charity of the donor's choice. For directions and on-line condolences, please visit:
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bill notte
December 3, 2007
Janice, Just heard about Jack's passing and wanted to offer my condolences. I always enjoyed working with your husband he was alot of fun and always did a terrific job. He was also full of stories and advice. I've carried with me his advice about bring up children and share it often with others. Jack use to say, "little kids little problems" "big kids big problems" and "little kids little expenses" "big kids big expenses" and he was right. I kept his advice in mind as I raised my three sons. It helped me not panic. Also, he was very proud of his family, and often boasted to all of us about Heather and John's accomplishments and yours. I hope all of you take comfort in knowing that alot of people will also miss Jack. I have a collage of pictures over my desk with Jack, Karl and Margaret, so he will always be in my prayers.
My deepest sympathy.
Bill Notte
Mike Wronski
November 27, 2007
It was a pleasure to work with Jack and his crew on the many special events at the hospital - especially our 100th "Vincentennial" Celebration. Jack always produced an extravaganza of perfection!
Maryann Bassett
November 26, 2007
Heather and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
From the Diet Office staff at Fairlawn
Audrey Aho
November 25, 2007
I am a coworker of Heather's but had known Jack prior to that. I knew Jack when he was at Saint Francis Home, I was the rehab director and enjoyed working with Jack. He brought alot of smiles to our department. My heart and prayers go to Heather and her family. God Bless
CINDY JETTE
November 24, 2007
TO THE TAMKE FAMILY,
I DIDN'T KNOW MR TAMKE BUT I KNEW HEATHER VERY WELL AS SHE WAS MY NURSE AT FAIRLAWN. I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND PLEASE KNOW I WILL PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Chris McTigue
November 21, 2007
Janice & Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I worked with him in the Food Service Dept. at St. V's for many years. He was a great guy, always willing to help out, solve a problem etc, using humor and great people skills. I will keep Jack and your family in my prayers.
Tom Cady
November 21, 2007
My heartfelt condolences go out to all of Jack's family. I had the opportunity of working with Jack at St. Vincent's Hospital for a number of years and always found him to be a gentleman to deal with. He was a fine man and will be missed.
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