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Rae Koss-Bloom Obituary

Koss-Bloom, Rae (nee Gilbert), 84, beloved wife of the late Frank Koss and Sam Bloom, devoted mother of Steven (Judy) Koss, Darlyne (Stewart) Posternack, Brian (Karen) Koss and Ina (Steven) Drexler, loving grandmother of ten, adoring great-grandmother of nine, dear sister of the late Florence (Joseph) Beckman. Services Thursday, 1 p.m., at The Piser Chapel, 9200 N. Skokie Blvd. (at Church St.), Skokie. Interment Shalom. Info: Piser Funeral Services, 847-679-4740.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 11, 2005.

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scott bloom

May 27, 2005

I was very sorry to hear of Rae's passing. I was always grateful to her for taking such good care of my grandfather, as well as being such a good influence and a caring person. She always treated me as if I were her own grandchild and I loved her for that.

Robb and Fern Packer

May 12, 2005

Dear Brian,Karen,Adam,Jamie and the entire Koss Family:

We are deeply saddened to hear of your mother's passing. Robb has many fond childhood memories of your mom. Even though i did not know her well, i can certainly understand your loss. Davina is in Vegas and she also sends her condolences. Time will heal your heartache, but her memory will live on in your hearts forever. Love, Robb,Fern and Family

Ed Bloom

May 11, 2005

So sorry.

Dorothy Peven

May 11, 2005

My condolences

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