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Throughout Kasmir and Jean's career, they would go to contractor conventions in different parts of the country. Traveling was one of their favorite hobbies. Though Kasmir never retired, he and Jean always found time to go on vacation together. They were privileged to visit Florida and to go on several cruises. In 1982, Kasmir passed away while he was still operating his business. Jean continued to operate the business with the help of her son Joseph, who eventually took over.
Jean continued to live, work, and attend church in the Chicago area. Before Jean was physically unable to travel, she spent 20 years wintering at Park of the Palms Florida. She moved into a condo , in Dubuque, Iowa, where she lived for a few years before deciding that she needed more care. Refusing to burden her family, she chose to live at Rest Haven Home in Grand Rapids. The retirement home was affiliated with her church in Chicago, and Jean recognized many faces from her congregation. Here she built new friendships and rekindled old ones.
With her gift of warm hospitality, Jean earned a place in the hearts of many. Among the many people who loved her, she will be remembered for her selfless, compassionate and Christian virtues.
