Nina Kobrinetz

Date of Death: 
Thursday, February 4, 2021

Nina Kobrinetz passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 4th at the age of 99. Nina was born on January 11, 1922 to Anna and Emil Pilutik in Chicago, IL. She married Alex Kobrinetz in 1948 and together they raised two sons, Anthony and James Kobrinetz. She was a devout Orthodox Christian and spent her life actively participating in both the Russian Independent Mutual Aid Society and St.George Orthodox Cathedral. She was a phenomenal cook, lifelong fan of her beloved Cubbies, and best friend you could ask for. Nina was a devoted wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Nina is survived by her sons James Kobrinetz, Tony (Kathy) Kobrinetz, granddaughters Kimberly (Matt) Ryon, Colleen (Chris) Stack, and Carrie (Zach) Malone, and five great-grandchildren: Williiam Ryon, Caroline Ryon, Ella Stack, Clare Stack, and Macie Malone.

Service will be live-streamed via YouTube. Go to youtube.com and search Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church Palatine IL.
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Visitation: 
Monday, February 8, 2021 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm
The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Homes (Irving Park Rd.)
Funeral Service: 
Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church
Tuesday, February 9, 2021 - 10:00am
Family and friends to meet at church for service. No procession from funeral home.
Interment: 
Elmwood Cemetery

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Jerry and Nancy LaBarge
To the Kobrinetz family: our heartfelt sympathy to all. Her passing reminds me of the “olden days” at St. George. Sunday school, yolka’s, and picnics at Griswold Lake. Her passing is truly the end of an era that could never be duplicated. Fondly, Nancy (Bloschynsky) and Jerry LaBarge VECHNAYA PAMYAT

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Irene Dominelli-Camargo
Dear Tony, Jim and family, Nina was a pillar of St. George, RIMAS and Griswold Lake. I remember her in the kitchen at St. George working for all our banquets and an inspiration to all around her. She will be missed by everyone at St. George. Memory Eternal.

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Karen Pradun
Much to celebrate. Hard to let go. Your St. George Family won't be the same without you. My thoughts and prayers are with the Kobrinetz Family.

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Nancy Melvin
So sorry to hear of Nina’s passing. I had many opportunities to taste her delicious cooking at St. George Cathedral. Her skill in the kitchen has helped raise St. George’s coffee hours and festal meals to great heights. I can still taste her last jar of pickles!

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Sonia Lukas
My dear friend Nina, I WILL MISS YOU! Thank you for everything. You are one Special lady. St George was BLESSED to have you.

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William Illion
My father, Manny, was a friend of your dad, Alex. I remember playing with you as a small boy when we visited your home. I seem to recall a big moving truck. I also think we were living on the same block in Logan Square a few years back in time (2500 block of N Spaulding). My condolences on the passing of your mother, Nina. I hope that her long life encompassed much Joy.