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In Loving Memory of

Joseph Katz

November 8th, 1923 - January 5th, 2022

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Joseph Katz, age 98

Beloved husband of Estelle "Esther" Katz nee Weiner. Loving father of Nina (Daniel) Wallenberg, Vivian (Ken) Dolkart and Bert Katz. Proud grandfather of 7 and great grandfather of 5. His siblings predeceased him. To keep everyone safe and healthy, the chapel service and interment are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Selfhelp Home, 908 West Argyle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60640, www.selfhelphome.org. To attend the funeral live stream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com

Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals. www.chicagojewishfunerals.com

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