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BORN

1956

DIED

2017

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Orland Funeral Home

9900 W 143rd St

Orland Park, Illinois

Mary Lou Homolka Obituary

Homolka, Mary Lou Age 60. Loving mother of Steven Hempel and the late Scott Hempel; cherished daughter of the late Harry and Lucille Hughes; beloved sister of Carol Ann Watt, Matthew, Mark, Greg (Shelle), Jennifer (Jason) Allington and the late Harry Hughes; dearest aunt of many; loyal friend of Viktoria Keister and many others. Visitation Friday 3:00-9:00 p.m., funeral Saturday 10:00 a.m. from Orland Funeral Home (formerly Zimmerman & Sandeman) 9900 W. 143rd Street, to St. Michael Church for Mass at 10:45 a.m. Interment Fairmont Willow Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations In Memory of Mary Lou to National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, One Broadway, Suite B210, Denver, CO 80203 or at www.ncadv.org, would be appreciated. 708-460-7500.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 15, 2017.
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I was saddened to hear of Mary Lou's passing. We were neighbors as teens. Didn't know each other that well but I recall her as a beautiful girl and a nice person.

Steve Zak

February 18, 2017

I am truly sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11.

February 18, 2017

My deepest sympathy to Mary Loiu's family, she will be in my prayers.Mae Ryan ( a Hughes cousin).

February 17, 2017

Mark - Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of your family and wishing you moments of peace and comfort.

Cheryl Shurtz & Bill Gregor

February 16, 2017

Mark -

I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family at this sad and difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Margie Crane

February 16, 2017

Dear Mark -
your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy -
The Schatz Family

Tom Schatz

February 15, 2017

Mark, our deepest sympathies on the loss of your sister. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Dr. Anthony & Rosa Perez

February 15, 2017

Even though I never had the chance to ever meet you. You will be missed by many.. rest in peace mary Lou homolka

Steve Christ

February 14, 2017

Rest in peace Mary Lou we will miss you. Joan Boudos and Mary Moran

Joan Boudos

February 14, 2017

We are saddened by the sudden loss of our friend. Many fond memories of the good times we've shared during our years of boating. Our Deepest Sympathy to her family and friends.

Mike Olsen & Denise Voss

Denise Voss

February 14, 2017

We are saddened at the sudden loss of our friend. Mary Lou knew how to enjoy life. We had many good times together, especially during the boating seasons. Our deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Mike Olsen & Denise Voss

Denise Voss

February 14, 2017

We are grateful to have known such a generous, loving and caring person. We will continue to pray for comfort for her family during this time of great sadness. Rest in peace Mary Lou.

Gary & Lori Stamm

Lori Stamm

February 14, 2017

To the family of Mary Lou,
I met Mary Lou one time. She really seemed like a nice lady.
Praying for your family during this time.
I'm so sorry for your loss.

Debbie Kollman

February 13, 2017

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Orland Funeral Home

9900 W 143rd St, Orland Park, IL 60462

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Funeral

10:00 a.m.

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9900 W 143rd St, Orland Park, IL 60462

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10:45 a.m.

St. Michael Church

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