OBIT: Pfc. Joseph A. KEMP, 1948, Meyersdale, Somerset County, PA

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JOSEPH A. KEMP

  The body of Pfc. Joseph Anthony Kemp was returned to Meyersdale on Monday and 
laid to final rest in the Catholic Cemetery, Wednesday morning, Sept. 22, after 
funeral services were conducted in SS. Philip and James Church.
  He was the son of Matthew and Mabel Kemp of 303 Olinger Street, and was 20 
years of age when he lost his life in the service of his country in ?erry, 
France, August 3, 1944.  He served in the Army four years, and was overseas two 
years.
  Besides his parents, he is survived by three brothers and one sister, James M. 
Kemp, Meyersdale; John C., Jerry D. and Joyce Anne, at home.
  Military Services were conducted by the American Legion.  R. Reich & son had 
charge of the funeral arrangements.

Meyersdale Republican, September 23, 1948