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Former Des Plaines alderman dies at 85

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Former Des Plaines alderman Carmen Sarlo, 85, died Thursday. He suffered from heart problems and prostate cancer, according to a close friend. Sarlo, a retired Navistar foreman, served 22 years on the Des Plaines City Council, representing the city's 6th Ward from 1973 to 1981 and again from 1985 to 1999. Visitation is scheduled from 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, at Oehler Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday.
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