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Rose Kovacevich Obituary

Kovacevich, Rose M. (Nee Maravich) age 96, of Minooka, passed away on August 2, 2012 at Provena St. Joseph Hospital. Born November 21, 1915 in Gary, Indiana. Survived by her sons Daniel Kovacevich of Minooka and Richard (Connie) Kovacevich of Minooka; daughter Neda (David) Nissen of South Dakota; grandchildren Robert Kovacevich of Plainfield, Michael of Minooka, Nicole (Ray) Cachia of San Francisco, California and Kristina (Grant) Avery of Plainfield; great grandmother of Jesse, Olivia, Noah and Avery; niece Veta (Bernie) Goodknight of Ohio; cousins Tom (Betty) Kovacevich of Joliet. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Nicholas; son Nicholas, Jr.; parents Nikola and Sarah Maravich; sister Donna Petrovich. Rose was a member of St. George Serbian Orthodox Church. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made in her name to St. George Serbian Orthodox Church would be appreciated. A Celebration of Rose's life will begin on Monday, August 6, 2012 at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church for a Service at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Woodlawn Memorial Cemetery. Rose Kovacevich will lie-in-state on Monday from 9:00a.m. until time of service at 10:00a.m. at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, 300 Stryker Avenue, Joliet, Illinois 60436. There will be no services at the funeral home. Obituary and Tribute Wall for Rose at www.tezakfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to:

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Published by Herald-News on Aug. 5, 2012.

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September 8, 2012

Danny & Dicko,
You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your sweet Mother, Rose.I am so sorry for you.
Sincerly,
R0nnie Altieri

Patti Handorf

August 8, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

August 7, 2012

Dicko & Connie,
Our thoughts are with you and family at this difficult time. Our sincere sympathy.
Vito & Pam,

Sam Suitca

August 6, 2012

To the entire family,
Our condolences to you on the passing of Rose. I will always appreciate her kindness to my family and I know my father enjoyed his many years working for her. Our sympathies again.
Sam and Barb Suitca

August 6, 2012

Dicko,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Lisa & Paul, Marco Island, Florida

Michael & Jo-Ann Caretto

August 5, 2012

Daniel,
So sorry to hear that your mother passed away. My prayers go out to you and your family.

August 5, 2012

Dear Dick, I was so sorry to read about your Mom. You have my deepest sympathy. Sandy Woldt Adams Chandler, AZ

August 5, 2012

Linda
My prayers are with you. I know how much you thought of Rose. I'll say a pray for you and the family.
Your Friend Always
George & Jim
Casa Grande, AZ

August 5, 2012

Michael & Aimee
My prayers are with you Michael. Your Grandmother was a very nice and kind person.
Love You
George & Jim
Casa Grande, AZ 85122

August 5, 2012

Danny, Dicko, & Family
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Rose was a very nice lady.
Always
George & Jim Rakar
Casa Geande, AZ 85122

August 5, 2012

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother, Rose. Our prayers are with all of her family.

Bob and Marion Schusner Oldham

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