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Joseph Vavra Obituary
Preceeded in death by his adoring wife of 38 years, Shirley L. Vavra, and his parents, Alois and Barbora Vavra, brother Frank Vavra, and sister Marie Werner. Joseph was a proud Navy Seabee Veteran serving in World War II, and later a U.S. Army Staff Sergeant serving in the Korean conflict. After serving in the Army, he opened Werner's Hardware in LaGrange Park, IL with his brother-in-laws. Retired to Port Charlotte, FL where he enjoyed boating, fishing and traveling. Internment with Full Military Honors will be held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
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Joe & Lillian Hahn
June 9, 2022
Reading the May CSA Journal we read of Joe's passing. Please accept our condolences.
We had many happy years as partners in Werner's
during the 60's & 70's
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