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Arlene L. Berens

1935 - 2017

BORN

1935

DIED

2017

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Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street

Naperville, Illinois

Arlene Berens Obituary

Berens, Arlene L. 82, a longtime resident of Naperville, IL, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2017, surrounded by the love of her family, at her home at Community Nursing Center in Naperville. She was born in Chicago, IL on February 13, 1935. Arlene is survived by her loving children, Linda Kolev, David (Carrie) Berens and Amy (Michael) Wittersheim; her cherished grandchildren, Richard (Rachel) Kolev, Michael Berens, Rebecca (Eric) Strotman, Christina (Anthony) Oraham, Ryan Wittersheim, Amanda Wittersheim and Devin Berens and her great-grandchildren, Albanie, Lilliana and Clark Kolev and Penelope Oraham; her dear brothers, Lou (Phyllis) Gatch and Melvin (Carol) Gatch; as well as her many adoring nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis Gatch, Sr. and Bernice (nee Vileikis) Gatch, and her sister, Nadine (the late John) Skiba. Arlene was extremely dedicated to her family and was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be deeply missed. Visitation will be Saturday, September 9, 9:00 a.m. until the time of funeral services at 11:00 a.m. at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Justice. For information please call 630/355-0213 or visit www.friedrich-jones.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 8, 2017.

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A W

May 2, 2019

The love Arlene had for her family showed in everything she did. She had great inner strength and strong faith in Jesus. She had a wonderful sense of humor and a fun, joyful spirit even in the most trying times. Every day was a blessing with her and although we miss her greatly we know that we will be reunited one sweet day.

September 15, 2017

Grief can be so hard but, the special memories that the family and friends of Arlene Berens shared will help them cope.

September 9, 2017

My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort, comfort you during this difficult time.

David and Althea

September 8, 2017

Dear Amy, Linda and David we are so saddened to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. 1 Peter 5:6,7

September 8, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss. It so difficult to lose someone we love dearly. May you find comfort in reading jhon 5:28,29.
Sincerely,
M.W

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September 8, 2017

May the family find peace and comfort in God's Word ,at Jeremiah 29:11-13. At this difficult time.

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Memorial Events
for Arlene Berens

Sep

9

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

Sep

9

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

Sep

9

Interment

Resurrection Cemetery

Justice, IL

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Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

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