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Recent Obituary: Josephine ‘Jo’ H. Bennett

Josephine “Jo” H. Bennett of Chelsea age 94, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2017.

She was born Aug. 21, 1922 in Sioux City, Iowa, the daughter of Edward H. and Marie Caroline (Schrempf) Merkel.

Jo was a faithful and active member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea, and  was also a member of the Ladies of St. Mary. She worked at Rockwell in Chelsea for 37½ years, retiring in 1980.  Jo was a loving mother and caring person who worked hard all her life to support her family. She was known for her infectious smile.

A Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, Aug. 8, 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea, with the V. Rev. Dr. William J. Canon Turner officiating.  Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Chelsea. The family will receive friends at Cole Funeral Chapel Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., with a Vigil Service with a Rosary at 7:30 p.m. and at the church Tuesday from 10-11 a.m.

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