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Justine Cordwell Obituary

Cordwell, Dr. Justine Mayer Age 91, of Chicago died peacefully on Monday, June 27, 2011. Loving mother of Colin (Jeannine), Ian (Julie) and the late Claire. Proud and loving grandmother of Ryan, Cailan, Jack and Jessie. Former wife of the late John D. Justine graduated with a PhD in Anthropology from Northwestern University in 1952. A celebration of her life will be planned for late Summer. Memorial donations in Justine's memory to Program of African Studies, Northwestern University 620 Library Place Evanston, IL 60208 would be appreciated. Arrangements by JOHN G. ADINAMIS FUNERAL DIRECTOR, LTD. c/o SMITH-CORCORAN FUNERAL HOME. (773)736-3833.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 3, 2011.

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Kathryn Forestal

August 25, 2011

Justine was an exceptional human being. Her wisdom exceeded her academics, and she was very wise and like a mother to me

Isabell Siegel

July 11, 2011

Dear Ian and Colin-
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Colette Holt

July 10, 2011

Dear Colin & Ian: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mother was an extraordinary woman and I was privileged to have met her. She had a life well lived.

July 8, 2011

Dear Colin, We are so sorry for your loss. We hope you and your family find coomfort in the wonderful memories you have of your mother. Our thoughts are with you. Marlena Miglin Egan & Tim Egan

July 7, 2011

Dear Colin and Cordwell family my deepest sympathy for your loss, she was a truly remarkable woman. Gertrude Kerbis

Mark Bacharach

July 5, 2011

Colin, I want to extend my sincerest sympathies to you and your family.

July 4, 2011

I had the pleasure and honor of knowing Justine Cordwell for over 35 years, and truly, I was awed by her gracious and loving soul. Trudy Adair Kaplan

July 3, 2011

It was an honor and pleasure to know your Mother. She will be remembered for all she did for P.A.S. and art in Africa.
Jeff Rice

July 3, 2011

My condolences to the Cordwell family. May the God of all comfort give you the strength to cope during this difficult time. (2 Cor. 1:3,4)

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