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Melvin Debs Obituary

Melvin G. Debs

Melvin G. Debs, WWII Army Airforce Veteran, retired employee of Pepperidge Farms, past commander of the Westmont V.F.W. Post #9267, past President of the Westmont Little League. Melvin was involved with Boys Scouts and fundraising for the Indian Boundary YMCA.

Beloved husband of the late Virginia, nee Spalenka; loving father of Debra Patton, Cynthia (John) Hansford, Duane (Diana), Jody Debs (George Gigiolio) and Tim (Beth); cherished grandfather of 12; great- grandfather of 6; uncle to loving nieces and nephews.

His greatest joy in life was his family and grandkids, who will miss him more than words can express.

Services were previously held at Modell Funeral Home, 7710 S. Cass Ave., Darien. Int. Clarendon Hills Cem.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Honor Flight Chicago or the American Heart Assoc. apprec.

For info. 630-852-3595 or www.modelldarien.com.

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Feb. 7, 2018.
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I will always love you, Granddad.

Ashley

Grandchild

April 11, 2018

Love and sympathy to all the Debs Family on the passing of my Dear Uncle and Godfather.

Pat Collins Bares

February 5, 2018

a loved one

February 5, 2018

My condolences to the family. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. John 17:3

RC

February 1, 2018

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