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Joyce Ishler Obituary

Ishler, Joyce E. Age 72, of Oak Forest, IL, passed away on November 29, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Wayne E. Ishler; loving mother of Troy (Karyn) Ishler, Traci (Michael) Stephens and Tim (Urszula) Ishler; cherished grandmother of Wayne, Jennifer, Logan, Kelly, Jake and Ryan; dear sister of Robert (the late Joanne) Lill, Jr., Darlene Waitekus, Kenneth (the late Joan) Lill, Carol Goodman and John (Cathy) Lill; dearest sister-in-law of many; and loving stepmother of Maidie D'Arienzo; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday, December 3rd, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the McKenzie Funeral Home, 15618 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Forest. Will lie in state Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service, 10:00 a.m. at the Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4955 W. 158th St., Oak Forest. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, in Joyce's name, may be made to the American Breast Cancer Foundation, 1220 B East Joppa Road, Suite 332, Towson, MD 21286, 410-825-9388. For information: 708-687-2990.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 2, 2013.

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Janet Lalor

December 2, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Joyce was a vibrant presence. She will be greatly missed. Thoughts, prayers and love to all of you.

December 2, 2013

My cousin, my friend the sister I never had...Miss you always. Love you very much. Bea

December 2, 2013

My cousin, my friend, the sister I never had .... you were all these things to me, and I will miss you always. Love you so much. Bea

Shawn & Edgar Tarrence

December 2, 2013

Sorry for your loss. Wish we could be there with you. Sending love and hugs to all of you.

Sue (Stroz) Wagner

December 2, 2013

So sorry for your loss.

December 2, 2013

Troy, The Village of Oak Lawn has our prayers and thoughts with you and your family during this difficult time. Larry Deetjen

Susan Aycock

December 2, 2013

Traci, Troy and Tim - Sending my love to each of you!

Joe McGuire

December 2, 2013

To the entire Ishler Family,
Our Thoughts, and Prayers go out to you during these tough times.
Sincerely
The McGuires.

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