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Josephine Kern Obituary

Kern, Josephine (nee Ciarmoli), beloved wife of Emmerich "Hank", special friend of Julene and Mike Valle, dear sister of the late Anthony (Mary) Ciarmoli and sister-in-law of Anna (the late Frank) Grelitsch and the late Josef (Adelheid) Kern, fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Wednesday, 8:30 a.m., from Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, to Immaculate Conception Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Please omit flowers. Info: 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 16, 2005.

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Bernadine Lazare

August 16, 2005

I worked with Jo a short time in the medical office, In the short time i've known her she was wonderful to me and a delight to work with. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ken & Peg Leverenz

August 16, 2005

Our deepest sympathy. We will always remember the cruises and parties we had together.

Sincerely, Ken and Peg

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

August 16, 2005

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