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Melissa Joseph Obituary
The family of Melissa Joseph announces with great sorrow her passing on May 28, 2022. Melissa was beautiful both inside and out, devoted to friends and family, loving, fiercely loyal, tenacious, generous, spirted, caring, kind, did everything on her own terms, and lived life to the fullest. She graduated with honors from Colorado State University and had a successful career as Vice President of Direct Auto. Preceded in death by her Grandparents William and Corrine Joseph, Otto Fuchs & Audree Greenfield. She is survived by her Father, Martin (Beena), Mother, Linda Joseph. Sisters Michelle & Kimberly, Stepbrothers, Kristofer Jenk, David Jenk (Lucyna), Fiancé, Joel Stone, Uncle, Ron Fox (Aunt Laura), Aunt Wendy Chankin, Aunt Suzanne, Cousins, Evan Fox, Brian, and Heidi Chankin, along with many friends and her beloved dog, Madison. She will be deeply missed by all who loved her. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge on Wednesday from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service on Thursday at 12:00 noon. Interment private. For information please call 847-685-1002 or visit http://www.cooneyfuneralhome.com
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Barbara Cavolick
June 6, 2022
Dear Linda, Kim, and Michelle,
I am sending you my deepest sympathies on the loss of your beautiful Melissa. It has been many years since I have had the honor of your wonderful company, but want you to know that my tears, love and hugs are with you all. May Melissa´s sweet soul Rest In Peace.
Barbara (Kris´ mom)
MICHAEL GURVEY
June 1, 2022
Sincerest condolences from the Great Northern Insurance Agency family
Denise Roguz
May 31, 2022
Sending my heartfelt condolences and unwavering support to the Joseph family during this difficult time. I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear daughter, sister, loved one, and friend. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. May her memory live on. <3 xoxo - Denise (Friend of Kimberly)
Judith Ann Curtis
May 30, 2022
Melissa was such a beautiful young woman, she will be missed so much by family and friends!
Judy Curtis
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