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Joan Schorsch Obituary

Schorsch, Joan Clair (Nee Clair), of Racine. Age 83, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2011 at Condell Medical Center, Libertyville, IL. Joan was born in Chicago, IL, February 8, 1928, daughter of the late William C. and Ellen M. (Nee: Le Coq) Clair. On May 15, 1948 she was united in marriage to Stephen L. Schorsch who preceded her in death, July 14, 2003. She was lately a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Racine, Wisconsin, and formerly a member of Our Lady Mother of the Church, Chicago, Illinois. Survivors include her ten children, twenty-two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren: Stephen William (Mimi) Schorsch, Matt (fianceé Angela), Alex and Jeff; Susan Ann (Craig) Hansen, Craig Jr. (fianceé Brittany) (Brooklynn and Braelynn), Kyle (Matthew), Christian, and Kelsey; Lucille Martha (Herbert) Mark Jr., Kevin (Katie) (Elizabeth and Michael), Nicole (Brett) Satkamp (William), Thomas and Laura; Carl Peter (June) Schorsch, Peter, Philip and Victoria; Eric Joseph (Denise) Schorsch, Tyler, Abigail and Ryan; Mary Ellen Schorsch, Carmen Veronica Ceron; Joanne Louise (Barry) Juister, Angela and Nicholas; Andrew Paul Schorsch (special friend Ginger Cox); Julia Clare Schorsch; and Joseph Anton Schorsch, Kellie and James. She is also survived by her brother William Le Coq Clair and brother-in-law Anton F. (Jackie) Schorsch Jr., nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by her son, Peter Joseph. Relatives and friends in Wisconsin may meet with the family at Maresh-Meredith Funeral Home on Wednesday April 13, 2011 from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 6400 Spring Street, Racine, Wisconsin, 53406 on Thursday April 14, 2011, 9:30 A.M. with visitation from 9:00 A.M. until time of Mass, Rev. William J. Dietzler officiating. Relatives and friends in Illinois may meet with the family at Nelson Funeral Home on Friday April 15, 2011 from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady Mother of the Church, 8747 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60656, on Saturday April 16, 2011, 9:30 A.M. with visitation from 9:00 A.M. until time of Mass, with interment at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, River Grove, IL. Memorials to St. Paul the Apostle Church or Our Lady Mother of the Church. NELSON FUNERAL HOME 820 TALCOTT ROAD (at CUMBERLAND) PARK RIDGE, IL 60068 847-823-5122 Please send condolences to www.nelsonfunerals.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 13, 2011.

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pat cherf

August 14, 2011

I was saddened to read about Joan. I enjoyed her life story when she and I sat together on a bus trip to Madison to see the rockettes. I miss her smiling presence at St. Paul's.

Peg Brophy Feign

April 19, 2011

Joan was a sweet and caring friend. I will miss her.

Bevely Dudley

April 16, 2011

Dear Eric and the entire Schorsch family,
I wish to offer my sincere condolences to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

April 16, 2011

I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to Joan's family. I remember Joan and also your dad from St. Pascals Grade School. Joan was a beautiful girl with her long brown hair. My prayers are with the Schorsch family.

Shirley Fahey Cerney
St. Pascals Class of 42

Alfred Deutsch

April 16, 2011

My deepest sympathies. Your mother was a joyous person. She will be dearly missed.

April 16, 2011

To the Schorsch Family,
I will always remember your mom's radiant smile. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Jackie Susek

Jack & Pat Manzella

April 15, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Mother. She was a fine person.

Denise Maz

April 15, 2011

Steve and Mimi,
I am so sorry to read of your loss. Please share my sympathy with the boys. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Beatrice Bramati

April 14, 2011

Dearest Mary and family,
Please accept my sincerest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow.
Beatrice Bramati

Bill Olbrisch

April 14, 2011

Sue,
I am so sorry for your loss.

Mary Grimes

April 13, 2011

My condolences to Joan's family. I knew Joan from Alvernia Alumnae--spent evenings at her Chicago home working on luncheon baskets, and really liked her so much. I was looking forward to seeing her at the luncheon, and so very saddened to learn why she wasn't with us. She really was a lovely person. Bless you all, and my prayers for you and her. Mary Grimes

Mindy Budrow

April 13, 2011

Mark and I wish to offer our condolences to the entire family at this time, and our thoughts will be with the family during these days of sorrow.

Lisa And Kadmiel Stampfer

April 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tim Raasch (American Family)

April 13, 2011

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Sue R (Central States)

April 13, 2011

My condolences to Joni and the entire Schorsch family.

Jack & Pam Budrow

April 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Nelson Funeral Home (Park Ridge)

April 13, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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