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Mary Josh Obituary

Mary Ann Josh, 71, passed away at home in Karen, Kenya on January 16th, in the presence of her beloved daughter Jennifer Ann Jalovec and her adoring granddaughter, Mary-Lil "Rosie" Jalovec. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her loving parents, Dr. Joseph A. and Mary (nee Moore) Josh and her dear sister Kathleen Josh. She is survived by her dear sisters, Michele Cibula and Deborah Josh, her 3 dear nieces, Megan (Tom Bisogni) Cibula, Maureen (Noel) Liston, Erin (Mark Teetsov) Cibula and by her great- nephews and nieces, Jake, Luke & Lexie Ferzacca and Sean, Charlie, Grace & Cormac Liston. Mary Ann had a 40 year career in marketing and communications in Chicago, Miami and San Francisco, and later in real estate in Naples, FL. A memorial Mass will be said at Old St. Patrick's Church, 700 W. Adams, Chicago, on Wednesday, January 22nd, at 10:00 a.m. to celebrate Mary Ann's life. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of the Mass. Interment will be private at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation www.ocrf.org or World Vision for Somalia's Polio Outbreak www.worldvision.org/GiftCatalog Info www.cumberlandchapels.com or 708-456-8300.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 19, 2014.

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Jim McInerney

February 3, 2014

I attened Fenwick HS and was a year ahead of Mary Ann at Marquette.I was deeply honored when Mary Ann debuted in 1960 to be her escort to the Presentation Ball at the Conrad Hilton.I can remember how proud Dr. and Mrs.Josh were of her on that occasion.I was also very proud that Mary Ann wore my fraternity pin while she was at Marquette.Although we drifted apart over the years,I'll never forget her warm bubbly personality,her great dancing ability,her positive mental attitude and her great love of life.Mary Ann truly was a class act.My deepest condolences to her family.She will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Ginny Cullen

January 26, 2014

Mary Ann was my roommate at Marquette, she had the dancing shoes and I had my science books. We all tryed the shoes on, even the painful toe shoes but no one could wear them like she did. Jennifer, we met at dinner when you came home from the Peace Corp, you are her most cherished and now she adds your darling Rosie. I was between New Orleans and Naples but was there in spirit at St. Pats. I will miss by pal and know she will be looking down and watching over you and Rosie
Ginny Gaul Cullen

January 23, 2014

Mary Ann was the most positive person I have ever known. She was a dear friend and a very special person. Mary Ann had so much class and handled her last years with incredible dignity and love. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with Jenny and Rosie and her family.

Louise Gilliam

Julia Westland

January 22, 2014

Mary Ann was filled with life, love, energy and fun.
My mother and I coined a phrase "Having a Mary Ann day". We would say it if we got a lot of errands accomplished in a day.
She was a great friend.
I will miss her greatly.
Julia Westland

January 22, 2014

Dear Mickie, Debby, Meagan, Maureen, Erin and family,and her parents and sister Kathy that have gone before her. We have some very special and cherished moments. Mary Ann you celebrated a life well lived! We will cherish the fond memories forever and cheers to knowing you! We will all pray for you and your family! Love, The Cibula Sisters

Keta Shilling Murphy

January 21, 2014

I have fond memories of Mary Ann from St. Giles and Trinity. She always had a fabulous smile and a kind word for everyone. My deep condolences to her beloved family.

January 21, 2014

Michele,
Remembering you and Mary Ann in our minds and in our hearts. She was a special lady. Love to you all. Anita

January 21, 2014

I remember when we were in high school and I had promised to play the piano for some dancing something that she was going to perform in. We worked at her house and on that same night she was going to a Fenwick dance--I forget what they were called--but she didn't care about that; all she cared about was perfecting her dance routine with me. At the time, I was fat and unpopular with boys--I never did go to a Fenwick dance--and I couldn't believe that anyone would find that great honor lesser in importance than her dance performance. But she was a woman who KNEW what she wanted. We worked till her mother told her that she had to stop so she could get dressed for the dance!
My condolences to her daughter and granddaughter. I am sure she was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and that she died with the same grace with which she lived.
Gloria Lazzerini

January 21, 2014

We will all miss you Mary Ann, you could light up a room and you were so much fun always.
Maureen Barnicle
River Forest/Naples

January 20, 2014

Rest in peace, beautiful Mary Ann. We loved you.
Cynthia Dalbey Greenburg

Pat Larkin-Hooker

January 20, 2014

Right now words seem so very trite in comparison to the beautiful, cherished memories she left with me as her classmate at both St. Giles and Trinity. She was a fun loving teenager, loved to dance, had a contagious smile and oh, Mary Ann, dance and sing with the angels!! Love...

January 20, 2014

Mary Ann was a consummate professional and was a great client early on in my career. My condolences go out to her family and close friends. Bill Pry

Donna Pope

January 19, 2014

Dear Jennifer...All though we've never met I just wanted to share a few thoughts ... Your mom was always a beautiful , smart & fun loving gal... My memories go back to the "mid fifties"... I haven't seen her for years but did enjoy seeing those darling pictures of you and your new little Rosie.... You are the spitting image of your mom....I'm sure your mother's legacy is...always be yourself and live your life to the fullest...may her spirit continue to inspire you and God's love bring you peace.

January 19, 2014

Dear Jennifer,Rosey, Mickey, Megan, Maureen and Erin,
May you all have comfort knowing how much Mary Ann loved you all. My prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Love,
Joanne and Matt Nora

January 19, 2014

May persevering in prayer comfort you and your family. Romans 12:12. Norma J.W.(Ohio).

M Edwards

January 19, 2014

To the family, please accept my condolences for your loss. May you draw close to God during this difficult time. James 4:8

January 19, 2014

I knew Maryann from all the years she was a client of Dominic Muscerino at Jean-Pierre Salon. She was always fun to talk to and just an all around great person. I did her hair when Dominic was on vacation and we laughed a lot. The world is a lesser place without her. Canary

Jane Groner

January 18, 2014

To Jennifer, Mickie and family,
Maryann was my close and cherished friend. She was loving,gracious, positive always,great taste, classy, full of life and fun and this is only the tip of the iceberg. I know I will miss her. She loved her daughter and looked so forward to being a grandmother. I am so glad she got to know Rosie. She loved her sisters and their children. This was one amazing woman. I am lucky to have known her. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Maryann here is to YOU!

Elana and Michael Cibula

January 18, 2014

To Mickey, Meagan, Maureen ,Erin and family,
I had the pleasure of getting to know mary ann in naples, Florida She was very special and I enjoyed our visits. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Elana, Mike and family

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

January 19, 2014

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