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Bernice Simon
1925 - 2024
Bernice Simon
1925 - 2024
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Bernice Simon Obituary
Bernice Simon, 99, of Oak Park, formerly of Chicago's South Side & Philadelphia, PA entered into eternal rest January 20th, 2024.
Beloved wife of the late Herman (1977). Loving mother of Darah (the late Jeffery) Petersen, Steven (Cynthia Marcucci), & Andrew (the late Laurie). Simon. Cherished Grammy to Jeffery (Gina) Petersen, Hillary, & Eric and great grandmother to Owen Petersen.
Dear sister of the late Milton (the late Betty) Zugerman.
Longtime trainer and advocate of Focusing Institute.
A Shiva will take place on Sun. Jan. 28 from 1p-6p at 6643 Davis St. Morton Grove, IL
Arrangements entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options of Schiller Park, IL.
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