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Mary Welzien Obituary

Welzien, Mary C. (nee Higgins) 91, at peace with Christ, Sunday, November 17, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Henry P.; loving mother of Gerard and the late Bridget (James) Koral; dear sister of the late Kevin, James and Martin Higgins; fond aunt and great-aunt to many. Visitation Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels (FRIEL FUNERAL DIRECTORS) 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge. Funeral Thursday 8:45 a.m. from the funeral home. Mass 10:00 a.m. St. Mary of the Woods Church. Entombment All Saints Mausoleum. Former volunteer at Resurrection Medical Center. Info: 708/456-3410 www.cumberlandchapels.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 19, 2013.
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'May the road rise to meet her'.The last of our greatest generation.Rest in peace Aunt Mary.

Kevin Higgins

December 4, 2013

Gerard, My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Mary is now at rest and in Gods hands. Love to you,

Carole Floate

November 24, 2013

Mary, You truly were an "angel" on earth. You are now with our dear Lord, Jesus Christ and all the angels and saints in heaven. You looking down and protecting all individuals who loved you so. In our sadness, we know,you are finally at peace and living in happiness that you so richly deserved. God's Blessings today and always!! All My Love Forever.

Susan O'Hara

November 19, 2013

Jerry, so sorry for your loss,I just want to give you a huge hug!
Kathy and John Farrell

November 19, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

the green team of rainbow hospice

November 19, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

November 19, 2013

We send our love and hold beautiful memories of a remarkable woman close at heart.

With love and prayers for you Gerry,
Kate, Ryan, Dawn & Kiernan Mulvaney

November 18, 2013

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8300 West Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL 60706

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St. Mary of the Woods Church

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