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LaVergne Richter Obituary

Richter, LaVergne F. Age 98, peacefully passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Otto; loving mother of James (Jim) Larson and of stepson Mark Richter. LaVergne was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 13, 1918, to parents Mervin and Olga Nagle into a family of ten children, all of whom have now passed away. She moved to California with her husband Otto in 1966 and lived there until 2011. For the last 5 years, she lived with her son Jim in Tinley Park, Illinois. LaVergne was a devout Christian and although unable to attend church the last couple of years, still read her Bible and watched her Christian television programs regularly. She will be missed by all of those related to her and those who knew her and loved her. Heaven received a wonderful gift. A memorial get together will be held on Sunday, December 11, 2016 starting at 11:00 a.m. For information, please call (708)5600306.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 30, 2016.

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Carol Winton

December 1, 2016

My Grandma Lavergne was a beautiful and gracious woman.. l will miss her deeply.. She will always in my heart..
My sympathy and prayers to my uncle ..

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