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UpdatedThu, Feb 4, 2021 at 11:17 am CT Replies(6) Alex Klementzos (middle) with his sons, Tom (left) and Pete (right). (Klementzos Family Photo) OAK LAWN, IL The owner of the popular Oak Lawn Family Restaurant, Alex Klementzos, died Monday at home of a massive hemorrhage. He was 88. Klementzos was a legend in Oak Lawn and worked up until his death, manning the cash register, seating customers and supervising the floor. He knew the name of every regular and never failed to inquire about their families. He would greet his female customers with a courtly dear. Alex would always greet his customers with a friendly hello and welcome you by name, said Tr. Alex Olejniczak, who grew up going to the restaurant with his parents. He was a giving kind man who was always willing to support a fundraiser that helped people in the community. He made sure that all kids got a sucker on their way out of the restaurant. It was a tradition he took joy in. He will be missed. ....