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Malecky, James A.

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James A. Malecky, age 77, passed away April 29, 2022. Beloved husband of Carol A. Malecky, nee Klosinski. Loving father of Kimberly (Mark) Iles and Kristine (Marty) Kalnins; stepfather of Matthew Olino and the late Michael (Tina) Olino. Cherished grandfathe­r of Madelyn, Kathryn, and James Iles; Gabrielle, Mason, and Ella Kalnins; Reagan and Carter Olino. Dear brother of Bonita (James) O’Boyle, Joseph (Melana) Malecky, the late John Malecky,

and the late Elaine Hensley. Fond uncle of many. James (Jim) was the honorable Mayor of Oak Forest from 1985 thru 1993, as well as former 3rd Ward Alderman. He was the owner of Malecky Builders, a prominent real estate and developmen­t company, building throughout the Southwest suburbs for the last 50 years. Jim was also part owner of the World Music Theatre in Tinley Park, IL. Jim tirelessly served his community through countless clubs, donations, and is credited with the creation of Oak Fest in addition to the yearly Oak Forest 4th of July Fireworks, memorably lighting up the sky.

Visitation: Tuesday, May 3, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the McKenzie Funeral Home, 15618 S.

Cicero Avenue, Oak Forest. Funeral: Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. at the McKenzie Funeral Home, with a procession­al to St. Damian Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Private inurnment at Good Shepherd Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributi­ons in James’s name may be made to Autism Speaks, www.autismspea­ks.org. For informatio­n: 708-687-2990.

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