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Judith Merrill Obituary

Merrill, Judith A. RN, BSN, CLNC (nee Benscoter), 54, of Ingilside last 4 years, previously of south suburbs, Oct., 12, 2011. Survived by her husband: William J. Merrill for 6 years, children: Jeffery E. Strouse, Nicole (Michael Sr.,) Slechta, grandchildren: Ariella Rose Strouse, Michael, Jim, John, Chris, Will, Nick Slechta; mother: Catherine (Truman) Pope, siblings: the late Ronald, Debra Benscoter, Valerie (Bill) Rietveld, Truman (Sandy) Pope, Todd Pope. Judy was a graduate of Trinity Christian College and worked as a nurse. Visitation will be held on Fri., Oct. 21, 2011 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 7:30 p.m. at Heartland Memorial Center, 7151 183rd St., Tinley Park, IL 60477. For info or to sign guestbook heartlandmemorial.com or call 708-444-2266.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 20, 2011.

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Cindy Bonds

October 21, 2011

I cried when you passed away . I cry today still. Although , I loved you dearly, I couldn't make you stay . A golden heart stopped breathing , hard working hands at rest. God broke my heart to prove to me He only takes the best. .... RIP my dear friend, you will be greatly missed. Love Cindy & Titus Bonds

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