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Joseph Stopka Obituary

Joseph Stopka, age 74, a 40 year resident of Westchester, passed away May 7, 2008. He owned and operated J.A.C. Printing in Westchester from 1980 - 2005, and was a 50 year commercial printer. He graduated from the Class of 1953 at Holy Trinity High School. Survivors include his daughter Carolyn M Stopka. He is preceded in death by his wife Adele J Stopka. Mass will be on Monday, May 12th, 10:00am at Divine Providence Church, Westchester, IL. Interment St Adalbert Cemetery, Niles, IL. Memorials to American Cancer Society, Misericordia Home. Info (708) 562-5900
Published by Central Cook Suburban Life on May 8, 2008.

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Mike Sadowski

May 12, 2008

Doctor Joe was more than a physician, but a caring individual who sought to educate as well as treat his patients. I turned to him when no one else could help, and what a difference he made. For that, I shall never forget him.

Randy R. Hannan

May 12, 2008

I'll miss Dr. Stopka. I was a patient of his for years. I admirered him and all the help he gave me. Please accept my sincere condolence.
He will be dearly missed. I will never forget Dr. Joe Stopka.

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