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Bess Novak Obituary

Novak, Bess (nee Broz), beloved wife of the late Frank; loving mother of Betty; dear daughter of the late Charles and Betty Broz. She was a 75- year member of the Western Fraternal Life Association, Lodge 330 Pilgrims and a 43-year member of the Chicago Rocks & Minerals Society. She was an artist who created three dimensional trees from wire, stone and crystals. In lieu of flowers, contact the funeral home for information. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. at Linhart Funeral Home, 6820 W. Cermak Rd., Berwyn. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 3 to 8 p.m. Info at 708-749-2255 or www.linhartfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 25, 2010.

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Gary Charles Metz

July 26, 2010

Dear Betty,

I was deeply saddened to read of the passing of your dear mother. Cherish her memory, and she'll be with you forever!

Linda Casey

July 25, 2010

Betty, my thoughts and prayers are with you always.

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