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1923

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2018

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Bernadette Jacobs-Powers Obituary

Jacobs-Powers, Bernadette G. (nee Hudon) "Mema" Age 95, of Merrionette Park, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, December 9, 2018. Born August 7, 1923 to the late Leona and Clarence Hudon. She and her sisters, the late Leona and Annette, were raised by her grandparents, Rose and Leo Hudon, affectionately known as Memerè and Peperè. She will tell you how grateful she was to have them in her life after losing her mother at age three. Merci, Mim and Pip. Beloved wife of the late Edward Powers of 22 years, who passed away on November 3, 2018. She and Ed were partners in life, she was the Ginger to his Fred, and it is no wonder that she followed him so soon, a true love story. She was also the loving wife of the late Thomas Jacobs, Sr., with whom she had three wonderful children, Leona "Nonnie" (Gary) Robles, Thomas (Maria) Jacobs, Jr., and the late Denis Jacobs; loving daughter-in-law, Emily Jacobs and her husband, Dennis Dickson; she was Mema to her devoted family; Mema of eight Jacobs grandchildren, Ronald (Renee) Bigeck, Lisa (Tom) Molnar, Michelle (Todd) Barrett, Madeline Jacobs, Jessica (Christopher) Sides, Denis Jacobs, Jr., Joanna (Michael) Slawson, and the late Catrina Rose Gomez; and great-grandmother of 11; she was family to the Powers children; 10 Powers grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren; fond aunt and friend of many. Mema etched an everlasting impression upon every person she met... she was loved by all. Visitation will be Friday, December 14, 2018 from 3:00-9:00 p.m. at Andrew J. McGann & Son Funeral Home (10727 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60655). Morning prayers will be Saturday at 10:15 a.m. at the funeral home, going DIRECTLY to St. Christina Catholic Church (3342 W. 111th St., Chicago, IL 60655) for 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. She will be laid to rest at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Evergreen Park.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 13, 2018.
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Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one, Take comfort in knowing that God is eager to Strengthen and to soothe your emotional wounds during these difficult times.(Isaiah 57;15)

December 13, 2018

My Third Grandmother

I can remember Aunt Bernie for as long as I can remember being alive on this Earth. Great-Aunt Bernie to be exact, her infectious laughter and joy always filled a room, as did her poise, caring, and unflappable sense of humor. Having lost my Grandma Theresa at age 9 and my Mimier, Bernie's sister and my maternal grandmother at age 16, I always thought of her as a sort of third Grandma. I remember her laughter from family events, always a ton of fun, as a kid. I remember running into her one summer during college at Uncle Rich's place in Lake Geneva and being amazed by her sophistication and kindness, I remember talking to her on the phone from time to time during my many years abroad in Asia and more recently, and I remember getting to spend some good time with her back in 2011 when I was teaching in Chicago for the summer. I am sad that I did not get to say goodbye, and happy that all of my memories of her are full of happiness.
I think that during her long years she touched and helped so many people and has always been a role model. We will all miss her greatly and remember her example as a life fully and wonderfully lived. Much love Aunt Bernie. Yours, Jack, Joey, Leo, and Doreen.

Jack Marr

December 13, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Bernadette. May time soften your pain until all that remain is the wonderful memories you've shared and the comfort of God Psalms 119:76.
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December 13, 2018

My heart goes out to the close friends and family at this difficult time. May God support and sustain them.

December 13, 2018

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

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December 13, 2018

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