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Letha Kearnes Obituary

Born on the wings of a dove, Letha Annice Kearnes went to be with her Lord April 28, 2005. She was born in Bonham, TX to Fannie and George Rowe Dec. 11, 1910. She and Joe were, married for 39 years and had one son, Jimmy. Her parents, husband, and 2 sisters: Anna Hurn and Bessie Martin preceded her in death. She is survived by Jimmy and wife, Barbara, Suzanne Long, her step-daughter, and husband, Al, 2 grandsons: Scott and Steve Kearnes, 2 great-grandsons, as well as family and friends. All who knew her will miss her giving nature and her fabulous sense of humor. The family would like to thank the devoted staff of Grace Living Center of Norman and Good Shepherd Hospice. Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday May 2, 2005 at Sunny Lane Cemetery.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 1, 2005.

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