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Mae Svoboda Obituary

Mae Subert Svoboda, age 102, died at home, peacefully in her sleep Sunday, November 29, 2010. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert C. Svoboda, who had been associated with the University of Chicago and with the Chicago Dock and Canal Trust. Mr. and Mrs. Svoboda had lived in Glen Ellyn, Barrington and Chicago. After her husband's death Mrs. Svoboda returned to Glen Ellyn where she lived for over 30 years before moving to Chicago in 2009. She is survived by her daughter, Mae Rhodes; grandsons, Dr. C. Harker (Andrea) Rhodes, James (Diana) Rhodes, Edward (Kadri) Rhodes and Chip Svoboda; granddaughters, Kerri Svoboda and Kimberly Love; great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces and other family members. Mrs. Svoboda was a devoted member of the Jehovah's Witnesses of Glen Ellyn. Visitation will be Saturday, December 4th from 10am until time of funeral service at 11:30am at Leonard Memorial Home, 565 Duane St., Glen Ellyn. Burial will be private. The family will also be available for those who wish to express their condolences at the Clare, 55 E. Pearson Street, Chicago on Sunday, December 5th from 2:00 to 4:30 pm. For funeral info: 630-469-0032.

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Published by Central DuPage News/Leader/Post/Press on Nov. 30, 2010.

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Carol Chadwick

January 20, 2011

Nancy Gabl

December 28, 2010

Mae was a very dear friend and neighbor to my mother, Marie Davis. I tried to contact Mae after my Mom's death on August 10th of this year.
The two shared a lot of good times together in joy and laughter and frequently traveled together.
Mae had a wonderful smile that lit up the room and always had a positive attitude.
My 3 children and I were also very fond of Mae. She was a kind and loving person.
May your family find peace in all the wonderful times you have shared with her in the past.

Nancy Gabl

December 28, 2010

Mae was a very dear friend of my mother Marie Davis who died in August 10th of this year. They traveled together on several occasions and shared a lot of good times.
I tried to send a letter to Mae's old address when my Mom passed away but it was returned to me.
Mae was also very kind to me and my 3 children and she will always be remembered fondly. She had a great smile and she was always a positive person. She will be missed.
May your family find peace in all the past beautiful memories you shared with Mae. She was a wonderful person.

December 6, 2010

Dear family of Mae Svoboda,

I am so sorry for your loss. She was a vivacious and wonderful woman who has now gone to her well deserved rest. It was a privilege to be able to care for her.

Roger Billhardt, M.D.

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