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Emma Foy Obituary

Foy, Emma K. (nee Lake), age 76, late of Dyer, IN. and formerly of Schererville, IN., passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2004, beloved wife of the late William J. Foy, loving mother of Bill Jr. (Cheryl) Foy, David Hugh (Kim) Foy, Kathy (Russ) Fosnaugh, Lori (George) Woodrick, Nancy Foy, and Jeanne (Mark) Pedziwiatr, devoted grandmother of 17 and great-grandmother of 8, dear sister of Midge Ciapponi and Shirley (Chuck) Willard, fond aunt of many nieces and nephews, preceded in death by 8 brothers and sisters. Visitation Tuesday, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral services Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 9 :15 a.m. from the Elmwood Funeral Chapel, 11300 W. 97th Lane (1/2 block west of U.S. 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th Street), St. John, IN., to St. Maria Goretti Church, Dyer, IN. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hospice of the Calumet Area appreciated. 219-365-3474

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 13, 2004.

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Debrah Daniel

December 14, 2004

My deepest sympathy goes to Jeanne and her family in this time of bereavement. May the peace of God be your comfort and the source of your healing during this difficult period.

James Slupczynski

December 14, 2004

My deepest sympathies to the entire Foy family. May your sorrow be comforted in knowing that God has lifted heart and extended his love for Emma. May this time

bring fond memories of your mother, so you may hold them close and remember her

love!

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