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Howard Kerkstra Obituary

Howard F. Kerkstra, age 93, of Cicero, passed away. Howard was a past president of Telephone Pioneers of America; Cicero Post 96 American Legion; REAC club; Berwyn Eagles and the Friendship Club of Our Lady of Charity Church. Beloved husband of Dorothy (nee Voss); loving father of Donna (John) Swasko and Garry (Sherry) Kerkstra; fond grandfather of David Swasko, Julie (Dan) Bramos, Jenell (Frank) Ziberna, Cristina Sensor, Anthony (Dawn) LaSorso and Sherry Lee (Brian) Stanger and great-grandfather of 12; dear brother of Annette (late Simon) Dompeling, Wally (Henrietta) Kerkstra and Arlene Williams and brother-in law Clifford Scott. Visitation and services were held at Kopicki's Heritage Funeral Home, 3117 S Oak Park Ave., Berwyn. Interment Forest Home. Arrangements by Kopicki's Heritage Funeral Home, (708) 788-7775 or www.kopicki.net.

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Published by East Cook Life on Nov. 30, 2010.

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Florence Staege

February 7, 2011

I just now heard of your loss, Dorothy. You have my sympathy. I have many fond memories of our days at Warren Park, Florence Staege

November 29, 2010

Thinking of Uncle Howard today. I actually think of him often as I have the "Telephone Pioneers" cookbook and every time I open it I think of him!
Love to the family,
Laura Kerkstra Niewold

November 28, 2010

To Gerry and family,
We extend our prayers and thoughts to you and your family during this tough time. We are sorry for your loss. If there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to call us.
Lucas Lonchar & Kara Karasch

Patricia Kerkstra

November 28, 2010

To the Kerkstra's,
May your fond memories give you comfort now and in the near months. I remember so well all of the fun 4th of July gatherings, Christmas night celebrations and Uncle Howards warmth and love of life.
Love,
Trisha Kerkstra

November 28, 2010

you will be missed very much

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