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Leo Bishop Obituary

Leo A. Bishop, proud veteran of the Korean War, U.S. Army, Company 1, 35th Infantry Division, age 78, beloved husband of the late Geraldine, nee Sonnleitner; loving Dad to Cathy (Dennis) Jozwiak, Donna (Craig) Christensen, Leo (Mary) and Gregory (Debby) Bishop; cherished grandfather to Sarah, Nicole, Michael, Kimberly, Jeffrey, Amy and Ryan; dear brother of Raymond (Arlene) Bishop and the late Lorraine (Albert) Maas; uncle to many and a friend to all, fellow electricians, Local Union IBEW 134 and wonderful caregivers at the Scottish Home. Funeral Service Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at Mt. Auburn Funeral Home, 4101 S. Oak Park Ave., Stickney, IL 60402. Chapel Prayers 9 a.m., to St. Mary's for Mass at 10 a.m. Visitation, Tuesday, 2 to 8 p.m. Interment Bohemian National Cemetery. Please visit www.mem.com to celebrate Leo's life. 708-749-2033.
Published by East Cook Life on May 19, 2008.

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Robert Webster

May 21, 2008

Cathy,
My sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. I'm sure your Dad will live on in the fond memories of him.

Alicia Jorgensen

May 20, 2008

Cathy, Lee, Donna & Greg,
My thoughts are with all of you.
I loved your Dad he was a great man
Do remember the good times you had with him. He taught you well.
Love Alicia

Pegi and Tessa Tangney

May 20, 2008

Donna and Family:
My prayers are with you and your family at this time. I'm sorry for your loss.

Jeff Barrie (UIC Utilities)

May 19, 2008

Leo Jr. and Family,
Thinking of you during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy to you and your loved ones.

Lawrence E. Gasser

May 19, 2008

Leo Jr.,

Your father was a class act and you are following in his footsteps. I am very sorry for your loss.

Rank & File Member of Local #134

Peg Bigoness

May 19, 2008

To Cathy and family. My prayers and thoughts are with you. While you are sad right now, remember to celebrate his life and write down everything you can remember. It will be a comfort to you.

mrs. P.Britt of Health Care Svs

May 19, 2008

Dear familyand friends:
I offer my deep condolences to you. Psalms 46:1 " God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during distresses."

Sean Egan

May 19, 2008

The Kinzie School community sends our condolences to your family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathryn H Williams

May 19, 2008

Cathy and family, so saddened to learn of the passing of your Dad. Remember his well lived life and your good times and the love you all shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kathy Williams

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