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Katherine Grider Obituary

Grider, Katherine Ann It is with love and mourning that we announce the passing of our family's matriarch, Ms. Katherine Ann Grider. Katherine-mother, teacher, perpetual nurturer and powerful caretaker-was born on July 14, 1921, and died April 8, 2004. Katherine's presence was a source of constant joy for those who lives she so memorably touched. Katherine is survived by a daughter, Sylvia Ojikutu, a son George Grider Jr., her grandchildren, Bayo, Bisola and Sherri Ojikutu, and Curtis, Rhonda, Mark, and Lovey Grider. Her spirit is with us- in us- always, thus she will never be forgotten. Rest with peace, Grandma. We love you. Services: Viewing 9 a.m. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at St. Benedict African Catholic Church, 340 West 66th St., Chicago, IL. Arrangements by Woods Funeral Home, 1003 S. Halsted, Chicago Heights, IL. 708-755-2010.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 14, 2004.

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Donna Westerberg

May 2, 2004

The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. Num. 6:24-26

It was a pleasure to know and work with you, Mrs. Grider. I will truely miss you.

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