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Joseph Jura Obituary

Joseph M. Jura, 81, of Downers Grove passed away peacefully at Hines VA Hospital surrounded by his family on January 23, 2019. His beloved wife Mary Ann preceded him in death in 1978 as well as one of his sisters, Mary Therese, in 2016. He is survived by his children Mary Anne (Michael), Sue (Wesley), Jennifer, Joseph Jr (Lisa), Janel (Mark) and Robb (Jodi), 21 beloved grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and three sisters, Pat, Liz and Toots. Joe attended St. Ignatius High School and Marquette University. He proudly served as a medic in the Army during the 1950s and then worked as a credit manager, concert promoter, and general contractor (residential and commercial). In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to Fisher House https://www.fisherhouse.org/ to help keep loved ones together during medical care.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 6, 2019.

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February 13, 2019

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

February 6, 2019

As you remember your beloved one, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in May God be your strength in this time of sorrow Matthew 5:4 "Happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted."
My deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help to ease the pain of your grief during this time.(1 Cor 1:3,4,,,

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