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SOPHIE LOHN Obituary

Sophie Lohn, nee Papailion, age 98, of Evanston, passed into eternal life on May 10, 2011. She was the devoted wife of the late Robert A. Lohn; and was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Louis and Karoline Papailion; treasured sisters, Georgia (Charles) Slavens and baby Helen Papailion; cherished brother Andrew L. (Helen) Papailion; loving nephew George L. (Christina M.) Slavens; great-nephew Nicholas G. Slavens. The passing of this deeply loved and respected person we called Aunt Soph will leave a void in the lives of her loving survivors; niece Carole A. Slavens; great-nieces Tina (Brian, Sr.) Monaghan, Catherine and Caroline Slavens; pride and joy great-great-nephew Brian Monaghan Jr.; adored cousins in Denver, CO; "niece" Colleen E. Murray and dear friends. Sophie lived each day with dignity as a gift from God. Her love was unconditional. She was our beacon of courage, strength and inspiration. Family and friends will meet Saturday morning at Sts. Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church, 1401 Wagner Rd. (at Lake Ave.), Glenview, IL 60025 for visitation from 9:30 a.m. until time of funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Remembrances in her name may be made to Sts. Peter & Paul Church or charity of your choice. Arrangements by John G. Adinamis Funeral Director, Ltd. c/o Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 773-736-3833.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 13, 2011.

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frank murphy

May 14, 2011

carole, we are very sorry about the passing of dear sophie.I'll always remember her nice friendly face she was a lovely lady.

May 13, 2011

Carole, I am going to try to make it to your Aunt Sophie's wake, tomorrow. If I don't get there, I want you to know how sorry we are about your loss. How lucky she was to have a loving, caring niece like you.

Mary Ann O'Hara

May 13, 2011

Carole, I am sorry I never met "Aunt Soph". I always admired your
loving relationship with your Aunt, who lived a long life and sounds
like one terrific lady. I am sad for your loss, but happy that
you had her in your life long enough to store a treasure of good
memories.

Pat Heraty Caldwell

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