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Karen Gorman Obituary

Gorman, Karen K. (nee Hartman) Age 72, born into Eternal Life on September 28, 2015. Beloved companion and best friend of John Bodnar; loving mother of Joseph (Kate) Sheils and Teresa Lewis; proud grandma of Sean, Emily, Margaret Rose, Edward "Ted" and Allison; devoted daughter of the late Delores and Gottlieb Hartman of Kulm, ND; loving sister of Gerald (Carolyn) Hartman of Boise, ID, and the late Larry (the late Norma) Hartman of Keystone, SD. Karen was also loved by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Longtime member of Christ the King Church Choir, Southside Ladies Bowling League, and volunteer at the Beverly Arts Center. Visitation Friday, October 2nd from 4:00-9:00 p.m. at the Curley Funeral Home (Heeney-Laughlin Directors), 6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415. Family and friends will meet at Christ the King Church 9235 S. Hamilton Ave., Chicago, IL 60643 on Saturday for visitation 9:30-10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Committal and interment to be scheduled in Kulm, ND. Memorials to American Lung Association, 55 W. Wacker Drive, Suite 800, Chicago IL 60601 or Leukemia And Lymphoma Society, 651 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago, IL 60661 are most appreciated. Funeral info: Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors 708-636-5500 or www.heeneyfh.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 30, 2015.
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I am so sorry to hear about your mom...She was a wonderful lady

Jeanne Harris

October 5, 2015

We are so sorry to lose Karen. She was a dear high school classmate. She will always be remembered for her cheerful, positive attitude.

Arlene Eslinger

October 3, 2015

I was so saddened to read of Karen's recent death....she was such a wonderful help to me in all my decorating several years ago when my children were young.

Working with her was such a pleasure---she was always so "up" and had so much energy.

I hope she did not suffer....our prayers are with your entire family. She loved you al so very much!

Carol Cunningham

October 2, 2015

We were sorry to hear of Karen's death. She was a friend and classmate during our years at Kulm High. She will be remembered with loving thoughts and memories. Our prayers are with each of you.

Bob and Nancy Hieb

October 1, 2015

My condolences - losing the daily interaction with your mother is so hard, but I know she will be with you in spirit (and those messages in the back of your head) always.

Catherine Mergen

October 1, 2015

My condolences to the family and friends of Karen Gorman. May Psalms 24:18 bring you a measure of comfort during this time of great sorrow.

KH

September 30, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss.May the most high God comfort you during this time.
(Psalms 83:18)K.J.

Richard Green

September 30, 2015

We wish to extend our sincerest condolences to the entire family for the loss of your beloved Karen. May God lift his face toward you and grant you peace during this time of sorrow. Numbers 6:26

Annette

September 30, 2015

Please accept my sympathy on the loss of Mrs. Gorman. May the family and friends gain consolation in Jeremiah 29:12, 13.

September 30, 2015

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Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Curley Funeral Home

6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL

Oct

3

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Christ the King Church

9235 S. Hamilton Ave., Chicago, IL

Oct

3

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Christ the King Church

9235 S. Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL

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Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors - Chicago Ridge

6116 West 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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