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Joseph Kapps Obituary

Joseph R. Kapps, age 63 of Sandwich, passed away January 4, 2009 at Valley West Community Hospital.

Joe was born on October 25, 1945 in Chicago, IL to the late Tony and Anna Kapps. Joe retired from Rainbow Bread Bakery in Aurora and has worked at Sandwich Park District in retirement. He enjoyed collecting model cars and vintage car shows.

He is survived by his sister, Mary Ann (Paul) Dobrich of Plano and his niece, Andrea (Erik) Beckwell of Yorkville.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Paul's Catholic Parish Center, 340 W. Arnold Rd., Sandwich January 13, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Jack T. Heraty officiating. Interment to follow to St. Paul's Queen of Angels Catholic Cemetery, Sandwich. Visitation will be held January 12, 2009 at the Beverage Family Funeral Home Sandwich Chapel from 5-8 p.m. Online condolences maybe made at www.beveragefamilyfh.com.

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Published by Beacon News on Jan. 8, 2009.

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Judy Hermanek Fairchild

January 20, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Charles & Ruth Fish

January 9, 2009

We have known Joe for many years. Through church, the park district. Joe always had a smile and a big hello for everyone he met. What a great kind man he was. Joe will be greatly missed by many people. May the Lord walk with you during this difficult time in your lifes journey.

Ginny Kroening

January 8, 2009

I knew Joseph from the Hallmark store in Sandwich where I am a sales associate. He was always very pleasant & polite and we will miss seeing him.

Peggy Miller

January 8, 2009

Please accept my sympathies in Joe's passing. I'll miss seeing his shining smile at Bingo and his enthusiasm.

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