BORN

1935

DIED

2019

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Kurtz Memorial Chapel - New Lenox

102 E. Francis Rd.

New Lenox, Illinois

Edna McDermott Obituary

McDermott, Edna M. (nee Archer) Age 83, a resident of Orland Park, formerly of Burbank, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2019. Loving mother of the late Kevin McDermott, Stuart (Cara) McDermott, late Amanda McDermott, Cindy (John) Laitar, and Linda McDermott (John Abatecola); cherished grandmother of Robert, William, Emma, Carter, Mia, Lucy, Brennan, and Zander; dear sister of the late Alan Archer, late Ian Archer, and Peter (Marion) Archer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Annie Archer (Drummond); and husband, John McDermott. Edna enjoyed reading and puzzles. Memorial services to be determined. Info www.kurtzmemorialchapel.com or 815-485-3700.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 29, 2019.
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Deepest condolences to the family of Edna McDermott!
Adios my good friend, mentor and peacemaker, filled with wisdom and understanding. You brought much kindness to many of us who were blessed to have known you. Out of touch, but never forgotten. May you rest in God's Loving Care!

Regina Reklaitis

February 20, 2020

I'm so very sorry for your lost, please take comfort in Psalms 29:11, knowing that in difficult times like this God gives peace and strength.

Diane Hardy

January 31, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort help you through this tough time of mourning. (Isaiah 61:1,2)

J D

January 29, 2019

My deepest sympathies to the family. You can find comfort in knowing, our Heavenly Father has promised we will see our love ones again (Acts 21:15).

A D

January 29, 2019

We are so saddened to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the McDermott family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. 1 Peter 5:6,7

FG Rich

January 29, 2019

I will miss the times we
sat in the garage talking You always had us laughing we had some interesting topics we talked about. We were known as the garage ladies. I will miss you! Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family!

January 29, 2019

A wonderful friend. ❤

Diana Schie

January 29, 2019

Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2

Neighbor

January 28, 2019

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