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Margaret Kernwein Obituary

Kernwein, Margaret C. (nee O'Keefe), age 96, beloved wife of the late George W. Kernwein, loving mother of George F. (Marlene), David (Mary Ellen) and the late Ronald (Marie), dear grandmother of Sandy (Jeff) Weber, Laurie (Dr. Govind) Ramadurai, Julie (Dr. Dave) Dalke, Christine (Randy) Sweeney, Robert (Jamie) Kernwein, Kerry Kernwein and Kathleen Kernwein, dearest great-grandmother of Jacquelyn, James, Bobby, Tim, Shaunna, Kris, Jay and Devan, dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday, from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 9:30 a.m., from Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (1155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem), Orland Park, to St. Julie Billiart Church. Mass 10:15 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Express your thoughts and condolences at www.colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 24, 2008.

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Brian Brannan

January 31, 2008

Dr. Kernwein and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Please know that our family is here to support you in anyway.

Deepest Sympathy,

Karen and Brian Brannan

Carl Hutchens

January 29, 2008

I was quite saddened to hear of your Mother's passing. I really kind of felt like I knew her since we did that DVD for her. She must have been quite a Lady. Take care, hope to see you on down the way.

Carl

LaNica Failey

January 28, 2008

Dr. Kernwein, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mother lived a long, loved-filled life. God is good.

karen krick-perkins

January 25, 2008

george and family,your mom will be greatly missed.she has now joined the rest of our family that is with our Heavenly LORD.may her soul be at peace in the heavens above.margaret will remain in my heart and prayers,we love you margaret...karen krick-perkins

The Staff of Colonial Chapel, Ltd.

January 24, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Judy Stubblefield

January 23, 2008

My prayers for peace and comfort are extended to the Kernwein Family.

Troy Garis

January 23, 2008

May you and your family find comfort in the Lord during this difficult time. Our Deepest Sympathy, The Troy Garis Family

Patrick Patterson

January 23, 2008

The staff and principal of LBJ High School, Austin Texas, offer our thoughts and prayers to Dr David Kerwein and the entire family.

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