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James Slowik Obituary

James F. Slowik, 59, of South Elgin, passed away March 2, 2009 in his home. James was born September 12, 1949 in Berwyn. He was employed as a Service Engineer for Loma Systems. James was an avid racing fan. He is a graduate of Lyons Township High School and Southern Illinois University. Son of Clare and the late Jozef Slowik; Brother of Stanley (Rhea), Thomas (Margot), Jo Marie (Mark) Robbins, Judi (Al) Daminato, Paul (Mary Jo), Liz, Frank, Michael (Diane), Sue (Rory) Dunne, Jeanne (Phil) Moran and Ted (Jo) and uncle to 23 nieces and nephews. A memorial visitation was held Friday, March 6, 2009 from 3-pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:15am Saturday, March 7, 2009 at St. Cletus Church, 600 W. 55th St., LaGrange, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Cletus School appreciated. Funeral arrangements handled by Hallowell & James Funeral Home, (708) 352-6500.

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Published by Central Cook Suburban Life on Mar. 9, 2009.

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Shelly Manning

March 12, 2009

Cousin Jim will be greatly missed. He was such a kind,sweet man and left us too soon. My prayers to all my cousins and Aunt Clara

March 10, 2009

Jeanne, My thoughts and prayers remain with you and your family. Thank you for sharing them with me. hugs Lonna

Jeanine Bryant

March 8, 2009

Jeanne, you have shared your families joys and sorrows with us. May you know my thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss.

Lavona Moran

March 7, 2009

Dear Jeanne & boys, I am sending you my love and hugs. My heart goes to you about the loss of your beloved brother, and uncle. I will keep you all in my prayers. Love,

Sally Ackerman

March 6, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Claire Crawford

March 6, 2009

Your family is in my prayers.

Monica Kowal

March 6, 2009

To Aunt Clara and all the rest of the Slowik family, keeping you in my prayers and with much Love.

Jane Hoerner

March 6, 2009

Dear Jeanne, thinking of you and your family. Call me.
Love, Jane Hoerner

Robert and Karen Slowik

March 5, 2009

To Aunt Clare and all of our cousins who have lost a son and a brother, please know that we share your loss. Please acccept our sincere condolences.

Ted Slowik

March 5, 2009

Nikki--thank you for the kind words. We appreciate the condolences.

Nikki Roller

March 5, 2009

Ted:
If you see this, I just wanted to say how sorry I am for the sudden loss of your brother. It is my hope that fond family members will comfort you in the coming days.
Sincerely,
Nikki Roller

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