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Mary Sitar Obituary

Sitar, Mary L. (nee Hrebenyak) Age 98 years, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2013 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center. Born in Joliet on September 5, 1915 and a life-long resident. Member of St. Patrick's Church CCW, St. Patrick's 55 Club and the Slovak Lodge; a former member of SS Cyril and Methodius Altar and Rosary Society. Preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Sitar (1972); her parents, Michael and Suzanne (Dzonik) Hrebenyak; 2 sisters, Susan Herman and Ann Miller. Survived by her children, Virginia (Bob) Lemke, Frank (Leanne) Sitar Sr. and Marlene (Gerald) Murphy; seven grandchildren, Frank (Ronnie) Sitar Jr., Greg (Ami) Sitar, Sean Murphy, Shannon (Dan) Schraeder, Robert (Suzie) Lemke Jr., Michael Lemke and Michelle (William) Mata; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Margaret Haller; numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Visitation will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Joliet on Thursday, December 19, 2013 beginning at 9:00 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at SS Cyril and Methodius Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Mary's name to St. Patrick's Catholic Church would be appreciated. Arrangements by: Tapella Funeral Services. For information: 815-726-4054.

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Published by Herald-News on Dec. 18, 2013.

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January 10, 2014

Dear Marlene, So sorry to hear about your Mom. I am sure she lived a long and happy life. Sincerely, Marcia(Jerzycki) Gimpel

Larry Cormier

December 19, 2013

So sorry for your loss. You were lucky to have had her in your lifes this long. Thoughs and Prayers go your way.

John Speckman

December 18, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you while you celebrate 98 years with Mom.
May God Bless your entire family

December 18, 2013

Dear Virginia and Family, Sending prayers on the death of you mother. She was a wonderful lady and so very talented in her crafts. Her work on earth is finished so she will be with God and the people of S. S. Cyril & Methodius Church. Blessings to all.
Dorothy Mahalik Adler

S.J. "Bud" & Kitty Vancina

December 18, 2013

We are out of town but would like to extend our sympathy to the family.

Aunt Mary and Mom

Marsha Voges

December 18, 2013

Frank, Virginia and Marlene
I am so sorry about Aunt Mary, she was one fiesty lady. I visited her twice over the past 5 years when I came up for a trip and she had lots of fun stories about growing up, weddings and showed me lots of great pictures that she had. I know you will miss her. Sorry I can't come up for the service.

Kathi Rura Moleski

December 18, 2013

Virginia, Frank and Marlene, Sorry to have read of your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Remember you and your mom from the old neighborhood, and my mother working with yours at Mrs. B.

Jennifer Johnson

December 18, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Marlene and her family on the loss of your beloved Morher. May the presence of The Lord give you strength during this difficult time.

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