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Joanna Chicoine Obituary

Chicoine, Joanna F. (nee Wittbrod), age 59, beloved wife of the late Darrell, devoted mother of Phyllis (Justin) Smoot and Dianne Chicoine, cherished cousin of Jim (Kim) Swietlik. Joanna was a very active member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Worth, IL. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m., at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W), Palos Hills. Lying in state Saturday, 2:30 p.m. until time of service 3:30 p.m., at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11007 S. 76th Ave., Worth. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 22, 2007.

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Karin Pfluegner

July 27, 2007

Phyllis and Diane, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Joanne was such a wonderful person. I first met her in the Purposeful Life small group at St. Mark. I feel blessed having known her.

Dave & Merrily Peterson

July 27, 2007

Phyllis and Diane,
We are both very sorry to hear about your mom. We have many fond memories from Resurrection. The two of you and Justin will be in our prayers.

Cookie Naue

July 26, 2007

Phyllis & Diane,
You mom has been a very special person in our lives, and her contributions to our family have been countless. She will be very much missed. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. I am sorry I will not be in town for services.

Kathy will now have the pleasure of your mom's companty, and I will keep them both in my heart!

The Piovano Family

July 22, 2007

We were so sorry to read of your mother's death. Diane and Phyllis you are in our thoughts.

Emily (Sauer) & Scott Horrell

July 22, 2007

I'm so very sorry to hear about your dear mom Phyllis. You, Dianne, and Justin are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please take care my dear sister in Christ.

Love always.

David Gaidas and Family

July 22, 2007

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