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Grace Berdych Obituary

GRACE J. BERDYCH Grace J. Berdych, age 51, of St. Charles, formerly of Glen Ellyn. Born, April 13, 1962 in Geneva Illinois. Passed away, June 4, 2013, at Westmont Nursing Center, in Westmont. Grace enjoyed Figure Skating, Golf, Fishing, the Bears and the Blackhawks. She is survived by her brothers, Gary Giesel of Woodridge, and Donald (Elizabeth) Giesel of Glen Ellyn. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph, parents, Richard and Marian, and her brother, Glenn. She is the aunt of many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service, Friday, June 7th, at 4PM, at Leonard Memorial Home, 565 Duane St., Glen Ellyn, with Memorial. Visitation to follow, till 8pm. Interment private In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated, to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, Florida, 33607. Information, 630-469-0032

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Jun. 7, 2013.
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My dear friend Grace, I am so grateful for the many years of friendship with such an amazing person. Your kindness, generosity, beautiful smile and great sense of humor will surely be missed, but never forgotten. I have such wonderful memories from this last year, that I will cherish forever.
My sincerest condolences to Gary and Don and their families.
Rest in peace Grace.

Missy Motyka

June 7, 2013

Grace, rest in peace......

Karina Kappel

June 7, 2013

Grace, may you rest in peace. You will be missed dearly and I am forunate to have many fond memories of you back in our skating days... God Bless

Alicia Butter

June 7, 2013

Grace, I am so sad at your passing. When some dies, it seems as if time stands still. And silence... a quiet sadness... often can be felt. And we may not understand why God chose to have you leave this earth so soon, or why you had to leave before we were ready to say goodbye, but little by little, perhaps we will begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And in your life, you touched us and gave us memories. We will see you again someday, in a heavenly place where there is no parting. A place where there are no words that mean goodbye. Wishing you peace Grace.

Susan Hoeppner-Cristiano

June 6, 2013

Grace...Your always in my heart...I have valued our friendship through the years, especially this past year. Skate away home my friend...Joe and your parents and brother are waiting for you.

Gary and Don...my prayers are with both of you and Don's family as you move on without Grace.

Debbie Burdett-Dodd

June 6, 2013

This candle will always be lit for you Gracie. Never forgotten. My deepest sympathy to Grace's family.

Tina Bost (Gabbard)

June 5, 2013

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