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Joan LaFave Obituary

Joan F. LaFave Joan F. "Judy " LaFave, nee Fisher, of Downers Grove. Beloved wife of the late Daniel M. Loving mother of Cathy (Tom) Decker, Daniel R. (Martha), Mimi (Dave) Streed, Lisa (Joe) Jennings, Carol (Don) Clayton and John (Kathy). Grandmother of 18 and great-grandmother of 19. Sister of Mary (late Bill) Cronenwett, Bud (Tess) Fisher and the late Lenore Thompson and John Fisher. Visitation 4:00 to 8:30 pm WednesdayJanuary 15, 2014, at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301-75th Street, Downers Grove. Prayers at 10:15 am Thursday, from funeral home to Divine Savior Church in Downers Grove for Mass at 11:00 am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Fish Food Pantry in Downers Grove or Catholic Charities. Mrs. LaFave was a founding member of Divine Savior Parish. Funeral information: 630-964-6500

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Published by Suburban Life Publications on Jan. 15, 2014.

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Denise G. Cantrall

January 15, 2014

I have so many happy memories growing up with the La Faves and hanging out with Judy at our place in Pentwater MI. Mrs. La Fave has left a wonderful legacy in all her descendants. Sending thoughts of wonderful memories and peace.

January 14, 2014

What a joy it was to know this great lady! Always kind and very insightful! I knew her through Divine Savior Parish. We were in Bible Study and prayer groups together! When we started attending daily Mass, I was touched when she called me by name
when serving as a Eucharistic Minister. We also played Bridge together and she was a sharp bridge player! We will miss her,
but I'm sure Our Lord has already welcomed her home! Janice & Ray Walters

M Edwards

January 14, 2014

To the family, please accept my condolences for your loss. May you draw close to God during this difficult time. James 4:8

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