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Lori Elsner Obituary

Elsner, Lori Ann age 48, of Knox, IN, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2009, beloved granddaughter of Mary Gormack of Knox, loving daughter of Robert Jansky of Knox, and Romaine A. Simala (Leonard) of Monon, IN, dear stepsister of Dennis Simala (Diane) of Highland, IN, Len Simala Jr. of Tennessee, Diane Gilmore of Griffith, IN, Barbara Fayette of Hammond, IN, Nancy Karras (Sam) of Rensselaer, IN, Jackie DeChantel (Mike) of Highland, IN, and Cecilia Peterson (Harry) of Whiting, IN, and loving niece of John Gormack (Judy) of Mokena, IL. Visitation will be Monday, September 21, 2009 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. (CDT) at M.C. Smith Funeral Home, 153 E. Washington St., Knox, IN 46534. Funeral services Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. (CDT) at M.C. Smith Funeral Home. Interment will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Knox. Info 574-772-4211

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 20, 2009.

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Pat Hansen

September 22, 2009

Lori was a friend of my daughter, Cheryl Hansen Bowers and was at our home many times and was surprised to hear of her passing away at such a young age..My condolences to her family and may the good memories of her stay in your hearts forever..Sincerely, Bob and Pat Hansen

Cheryl Hansen-Bowers

September 21, 2009

Lori and I became friends at Jane Addams. We had lots of fun and crazy times together. Had lost touch when I moved away many years ago, but had reconnected thru Facebook this year. I am so saddened to hear of her passing and my most heartfelt prayers go out to her family, and her boyfriend as I know how very much she loved you. My prayers are with you.
Much love,
Cheryl Hansen-Bowers

david&lanelle jansky&family

September 21, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

david &lanelle jansky&family

September 21, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dorothe Menke

September 20, 2009

I was forturnate to know and work with Lori at Homewood Federal Savings and Loan. She made beautifiul Christmas decorations for me that I continue to enjoy. She was a pleasure to know and talk with. We ate many lunches together with Dawn Hurr in the lunchroom in Homewood. Rest in peace Lori.

Arlene Ciesielski

September 20, 2009

We worked with Lori at South Chicago
and Advance Bank. We kept in touch via e-mail. We will miss her, Love, symphathy and our prayers are with Her family and friends.
As always,Arlene Ciesielski & Lori Keown

Linda Koblack

September 20, 2009

I will miss Lori. I worked with her for many years. I was lucky to get to know her better via e-mail. Our thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.

Mary Greenway

September 20, 2009

I was fortunate to know and work with Lori for a number of years and was truly blessed to have known Lori. She was a wonderful, kind-hearted person and certainly made my days working at the bank much more pleasant. She will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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