Elsie Novel

Elsie Novel obituary, Chicago, IL

Elsie Novel

Elsie Novel Obituary

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Elsie "Lisa" Novel, nee Hosana, Age 91. Beloved wife of the late Eugene "Chuck". Loving mother of Gary Novel (Marla Krueger). Dear sister of the late Flora Schultz and the late Walter (Clara) Hosana. Longtime friend of Andi (the late Robert) Kosla and the late Dolores (the late Memo) Christopher. Visitation Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. at Carter-Westminster United Presbyterian Church 4950 Pratt Ave, Skokie, IL. Interment Elmwood Cemetery, River Grove, IL. Arrangements Entrusted to Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, Chicago, IL. For funeral info call 773-736-3833.
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