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Violet Thorpe Obituary

Thorpe, Violet C. "Vi" (Nee Plewa) Passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 28, 2008, at the age of 87 years. Beloved wife of the late James H. Thorpe. Loving mother of James (Dianne), the late Linda, Robert (Kristine) and Pam (James) Marlin. Proud grandma of Brian, Mikelin (Tom), Kate and Jimmy. Great-grandma of Danny. Dear sister of Tillie (Norbert) Krokowski. Also loved by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home on Friday, January 2, from 4-8 PM. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, January 3, at OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CHURCH, 3222 S. 29th St at 10 AM. Please meet at church. Interment Wood National Cemetery. A special thank you to the staff at Harbor Village for the care and compassion shown to our mother. PRASSER-KLECZKA SOUTH SUBURBAN CHAPEL 6080 S. 27th St. 414-282-6080 Condolences and directions: www.pkfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Dec. 31, 2008.

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