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Barbara Zawitaj Obituary

Barbara J. Zawitaj, (nee Brzoska), age 74, beloved wife of Thomas, loving mother of Joanne (Dennis) Holubetz, Carol (Dan) Baburich, Michael, Dave Zawitaj, cherished grandmother of seven, great-grandmother of three, dear sister of Joseph (Marlene) Brzoska, Funeral Service Wednesday, December 24, 2008. Chapel prayers 8:45 a.m. at Mt. Auburn Funeral Home, 4101 S. Oak Park Ave., Stickney, IL 60402, to 9:30 a.m., Mass at St. Pius X. Visitation Tuesday, 2 to 8 p.m. Interment Mt. Auburn Memorial Park. Please celebrate Barbara's life at www.mem.com. 708-749-2033.

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Published by East Cook Life on Dec. 22, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Denise Robertson

December 28, 2008

Dear Joan and Dennis,
Very sorry to hear about your mother. She will be deeply missed

Boris & Mary Baburich

December 27, 2008

Dan, Carol, Jacob, Jordan &
The Zawitaj Family.
Words somehow seem woefully inadequate, yet it's one of the few things that we can genuinely offer one another. Please find some peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Jeff & Kim Holubetz

December 24, 2008

Dear Joanne,
Jeff,Brian,& I want to send our deepest sympathy over the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful Lady, and will be missed. You, Dennis and Mr. Z and the kids our in our Prayers. We love you so much, and if you need a place to get away for a little R & R. You and Dennis always have a place to stay here in sunny Sarasota. Love Jeff & Kim

TERRI HAHN

December 23, 2008

TO THE WHOLE FAMILY I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS BARB WAS A SWEET WOMAN AND I WAS HONORED TO KNOW HER ALL THESE YEARS ALL MY LOVE

George Petropulos

December 23, 2008

Carol,Dan &kids,
We're very sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. Our hearts are with you at this time of loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and the rest of Carol's family.
Love,
The Petropulos Family

Deanne(Dee-Dee) McDevitt

December 23, 2008

Carol, Joanne, David, Mike and Mr. Z. and rest of the clan,
My heart is filled with sorrow. Know that I am with you in spirit.
Your mom/wife/grandmom/great grandma was an incredible woman and I have so many fantastic memories of her.
She will be missed by every heart she touched in her life. Know that she will always be with each one of you in your heart and in your spirit.
May she rest in peace.

Donna Podrasky

December 22, 2008

Carol & Family, I am sorry to hear of your loss and hope that your love for her, especially at this time of year, will help your hearts heal.

KIM HERBEL

December 22, 2008

Joanne and family,
I'm sorry for the loss of your beloved mother and best friend. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With love and deepest sympathy,

Ralph & Laura Orrico

December 22, 2008

The Zawitaj Family,
Our prayers and deepest condolences are with all of you! We hope the good memories you have with her help you through this trying time.
THE ORRICO FAMILY

Laura Nichols

December 22, 2008

Mike -
I am sincerely saddened to hear of your lose. I pray you will be able to find some peace in your sorrow.

Karen Soifer

December 22, 2008

To Carol and Family:
So sorry for the loss of your Dear mother, she was always so kind to me. She will be missed by all. Everyone take and know we all are thinking of you in these difficult times.

Colleen Galati

December 22, 2008

Mike, Carol (and the rest of the family).
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother, wife, sister and grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this most difficult time.

Carol Verrey

December 22, 2008

Mike,

May the memories of your mother's love be with you and comfort you and your family at this difficult time. My thoughts are with you. With deepest sympathy...

Debbie Langworthy

December 22, 2008

Michael,
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family.

Kaci Steder

December 22, 2008

Mike,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. It is so difficult for us to remember that this is truly the new beginning for your mother, even though the ones she leaves behind will miss her dearly.
Rejoice in the wonderful memories you have shared with her.
Sincerely,
Kaci

Steve Lindgren

December 22, 2008

Mike,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Know that you and your familly will be in our thougths and prayers.

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