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🌱 Patch AM: Illinois family mourns woman married in Oak Forest in 1960

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Wednesday August 19th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

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  • Illinois family mourns woman married in Oak Forest in 1960

Also on today's calendar: Irish Singing Circle - Beer Garden and 7 more events.

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 80 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Thursday: Periods of sun; less humid, temps: high: 81, low: 61.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 78 and low of 65 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

β€’ Darlene Viola Springsteen (vandaliaradio.com) β€” An 83-year-old woman who was married in Oak Forest back in 1960 has passed away at her home in Vandalia, Illinois. Her family is planning a private celebration of life, and friends are invited to share memories and condolences online through the funeral home's website.
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