Kathleen M. Staples, age 73, of Mishawaka, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2010 at her residence. Kathleen was born March 31, 1937 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Noah E. and Verda S. (Jackson) Staples. They preceded her in death.
Surviving is her daughter, Dawn M. Lovejoy-Aerni of Indio, California, and her grandson, Josh Aerni PFC; U.S. Army, of Mishawaka. Also surviving are her siblings, Ray (Mary Lou) Staples, Larry Staples, Jewel Bennett, Kathleen Staples, Margaret Kronewitter, Carolyn (Gerald) Kozuch and Delores (Ray) Bruning. Kathleen was preceded in death by her siblings Clinton, Rondal, Glen and Eva Staples.
Visitation will be held from 1-3 pm Saturday, April 24, 2010 at Chapel Hill Funeral Home in Osceola. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Kenneth Bruning at 3:00 pm Saturday, April 24, 2010 at Chapel Hill Funeral Home.
Kathleen was a graduate South Bend Central High School, class of 1955. She was employed for many years in assembly at A.M. General Corporation in Mishawaka, retiring in the mid 1990''s. Kathleen enjoyed being involved in her neighborhood''s activities, and spending time with her friends and family. In her spare time, she enjoyed visiting the Casino in Michigan City.
In her memory, contributions may be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America; 7 Mill Brook Road, Wilton, NH 03086 or at www.pva.org.
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