INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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Gary Francis Lassandrello, age 68, of Oak Forest passed away Monday July 24, 2023. Beloved husband of Jeanne (Porter) Lassandrello and devoted father to Gina (Joseph) Miranda, (the late) Tony, Gary Jr. CFD (Andrea), Lisa, and Nicole (Jordan) Joy. Fun-loving Papa to Emily, Joseph, Jackson, Frankie Lou, Miles & Louie, great grandpa to Aria and companion Tildy. Dear son of Patricia (Hughes) Lassandrello and (the late) James Lassandrello. Fond brother of James (the late Lisa) and Patricia (James) Sulick. Loving uncle, in-law, cousin, nephew, mentor and friend to many. Gary was born on February 25, 1955 and wed his love Jeanne Porter on January 18, 1974. They shared a beautiful life together, were married for nearly 50 years, and friends for over 51. Gary was a man of deep faith and many talents. He was known for his storytelling and hard work. He could fix nearly anything and loved working with his hands. Gary shared fond memories working as a baker in his teens, followed by his 25 years at Waldorf/Rock Tenn. Later in his career he and Jeanne took a chance and he started a successful business as a Real Estate agent and home remodeler. Gary always went out of his way to help family, friends, neighbors and complete strangers. He truly embodied what it means to be a servant, leader and teacher to so many. One of his outstanding gifts was his ability to make everyone he encountered feel like they were special to him. His legacy of genuine care for others, witty humor, fun-loving personality and love of storytelling will live on in those who loved him. Visitation Tuesday 3-9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 10:30 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to St. George Church, Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please leave a memory for the family on Gary’s Tribute Wall; your stories will bring comfort to his family. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878.


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Norman N. Sobol, June 9, 1935 — July 25, 2023. Norman Nicholas Sobol passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 in Mokena, Illinois. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas G. Sobol and Emily A. Sobol (nee Svrljuga). He is survived by his loving wife Shirley (nee Dombey) and his 3 children, daughter Jeanne (and Cindy) Sobol, daughter Nancy (and Roger) Van Vlerah, and son Scott (and Theresa) Sobol; and his sister, Delores (James) Spain; and many nieces and nephews. Norman had three beautiful grand children, Kristen ( and Joe) Zelek, Vicki (and Ryan) Nemeczek, and Matthew (and Katie) Sobol. Norman was blessed with two precious great grandchildren, Celine Zelek and Vanessa Sobol. Norm loved his family and cherished moments spent with family. Norm worked at Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois for 16 years. Norm was a third degree Mason and proud of his Masonic heritage and accomplishments. Norm served in the U.S. Army right out of high school and was stationed in Germany during the Korean conflict. When he returned, he married his high school sweetheart, Shirley. Norm and his family were longtime residents of Hometown, Illinois where he served his community as a police officer, eventually retiring as captain. He also served as police chief in Palos Hills, IL. Norm served many years as an officer in the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 3. Norm worked as a service technician and salesman for Leeds and Northrup, Fisher Porter and Foxboro. He could repair and build most anything! Norm was an accomplished marksman and loved to fish and play golf. The family will receive friends and family on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Palos Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills, IL 60465. The family asks that remembrances be made in Norman's name to the charity of your choice. A private family interment will take place at Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Norman N. Sobol Obituary 2023 - Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home & Cremation Services (palosgaidasfh.com)



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01 Aug. 2023 Northside Retiree Breakfast.

Hello everyone,

Hope that you're all having a wonderful summer. I have news on the Northside Retiree Breakfast. We ARE moving to a new location with a new day/date and time.

The breakfast is moving to D'Agostino's in Niles at 7530 W Oakton Ave. To accommodate us we are going to the fist TUESDAY of the month, which will be 01 August. The doors OPEN at 0900 hours, and we will have the place to ourselves until 1100 hours. There will be a small menu of regular breakfast items, the cost will be a phenomenal $15/person which includes tax and tip. Try getting breakfast anywhere else for that (other than McDonald's). So, mark up your calendars and I'll see you there.

Fraternally,

Steve Marchfield



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1 Aug. 23 South Side Retired Detectives Reunion!

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From the CPD Daily bulletin 28 July 2023.



Always Remembered!

John W. Simpson. . . . . . . . . . 1919.



SALUTE!

Area 5 Bureau of Detectives Salutes 025th District Officers P.O. Gies #18021 P.O. Deumic #7160 P.O. Gonzalez #11662 P.O. Babilonia #12321 P.O. Komisaruk #16710 P.O. Vera #3851 P.O. Albarran #4887 P.O. Huber #9319 On 21-July-2023 at 2324 hours the 025th District Officers responded to a Person with a Knife/Robbery in Progress call at Armitage and Kostner. Upon arrival they were able to locate the victim who positively identified the offender on scene as the person that robbed him with a knife. The offender was placed into custody and the weapon and proceeds were recovered. Detectives contacted Felony review and the offender was subsequently charged with one count of Armed Robbery-Other Dangerous Weapon. Due to the Officers quick response, dedication to duty, investigative skills, and ability to bring this case to a successful conclusion, a dangerous Robbery Offender was removed from streets of Chicago. You are a credit to the Chicago Police Department and a valuable asset to the City of Chicago. Thanks for a job well done!