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Abigail Spellman Obituary

Spellman, Abigail Grace Age 16, of Evanston, died on February 8, 2014. Beloved daughter of Michael and Kathy Spellman; loving sister of Madeline Spellman; dear granddaughter of Patricia and Raymond Liberatore and the late Nancy and Harry Spellman. Abigail was a loved, well known and easily recognizable young girl throughout the community, with her trademark hat, stroller and in later years, oxygen tank. Abigail could often be found around town at musical venues, the library, Northwestern sporting events, or when in doubt, any park with a swing! Visitation Thursday, February 13, 2014, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Church, 1012 Lake St. at Oak Ave., Evanston, IL 60201. Funeral Mass Friday, February 14, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. Private Interment, Sacred Heart Cemetery, Northbrook, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lurie Children's Hospital Foundation, c/o Abigail Spellman Tribute Fund, Department 4589, Carol Stream, IL 60122 or online at http://foundation.luriechildrens.org/goto/abigailspellman or to Park School, 828 Main St., Evanston, IL 60202. Info: 847-675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 12, 2014.

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Magen Rooney-Kron

February 4, 2021

I still think about Abigail so frequently- her laugh, her smile, her love for all fishy crackers! Grateful for all the moments I had with her- Always sending my love to the most wonderful family there is- the Spellmans- love you all!

Bob & Kathy Weidner

February 4, 2020

May Gods love and grace continue to bring family and friends peace. Abigail is forever in the Gods hands. God bless...

January 23, 2015

Kathy and Mike,
So sorry to learn of your loss. Jill, Melissa, and I will keep you in our prayers.
Rev. Kelly Krone and family, Anahuac, Texas

Gary Gubbels

February 26, 2014

My condolences to you and your family. Sometimes people are taken from us to soon and is hard to see or understand God's plan for each of us and the ones we love. Praying for your faith to stay strong during this difficult time.

Shana & Mrs.Michelle

February 23, 2014

MICHAEL JAMES SCHRAM

February 22, 2014

Abrigal, as a fellow Evanstonian, I'm saddened to hear of your loss. To your family and friends, words will never be enough. I hope my thoughts and prayers will carry everyone knowing you were carried on The Wings of Angels to your Eternal Rest. Your infectious smile radiating from the Heavens. When a bright day is shining, all will know your Beaming in Pride for all you now watch over. You are now in the Hands of Our Father

Michelle

February 21, 2014

Peace & Love

Jain Simmons

February 18, 2014

Thank you for the beautiful liturgy you created with the pastoral
and music members of St. Mary Parish for the glorious Mass of
the Resurrection for Abigail. Truly you lifted up our hearts and
souls...just as "Abby" did each day...and as she continues to do,
for her spirit is all around us.The recessional with the NU Marching Band heralded her as one of "the Saints marching in" ! Peace! Jain

Linda Novi

February 16, 2014

Your obvious devotion shown to your daughter always made me smile. I will miss Abigail at our 5pm Mass. She spread joy to all those around her. My deepest condolences at your loss. She's a heavenly angel now.

Peter Whiting

February 16, 2014

Sincerest condolences from the Whitibg family and everyoe at PTC on your sad loss. We cannot know the depth of your grief but we hope you can take some comfort from knowing you are in our thoughts and prayers.

February 15, 2014

Mike,
You and your family are in all of the Powers' prayers. We feel your loss and pray you find peace.
Sheila Powers Hurley

Rosie (Rosemary Corcoran) Fussell

February 14, 2014

Mike, I am so very sorry to hear about your daughter, Abigail. You and your family will be in my family's prayers.

Carl Parker

February 14, 2014

Kathy and Mike,

On behalf of Samuel Son and Co, we wanted to offer our condolences to your loss.

Nurse Adora

February 14, 2014

Abigail will remain in our hearts forever. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss.

Jane & Mark Hauser

February 13, 2014

Kathy, my dear friend of nearly forty years, Mike and beautiful Madeline-

Who ever knew when you named your daughter and sister Abigail Grace that her middle name would embody her life and the gift she and you all demonstrated to us all these sixteen years - GRACE! Despite a life filled with challenges, Abigail leaves a legacy of love and beauty, grace and smiles. We are blessed to have known her and to have gained a life lesson of what truly matters.
With love and heartbreak we ask God to embrace you all with comfort as He has embraced His Abigail Grace and welcomed her home.

Sue Wilde

February 13, 2014

Kathy and Mike,

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you, and with Abigail. God bless you all.

Charles Loiseau

February 13, 2014

Abigail, you are my Hero! I will miss you!

John Batiste

February 13, 2014

The Klein Steel team extends our deepest sympathy to the Spellman family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and give you strength during these difficult times.

February 12, 2014

God Bless you, Abigail. Although I did not know you, my wish for you is I hope you find the biggest park in Heaven with the swing that soars the highest!

Valerie and David Johnson

February 12, 2014

Kathy, Mike and Madeline,
We were privileged to know Abigail. Our son, Eric, and Abigail shared a special friendship. Our hearts go out to all of you.

Samuel Chun

February 12, 2014

We at Washington University and the Olin School offer our thoughts, prayers and very best wishes to Abigail's family. I wish I could have had the pleasure of meeting Abigail in person.

Rachel Amodu

February 12, 2014

Bye Abigail, we love you but God loves you more. Continue to rest in the blossom of our creator. Adieu, SPIKEY..... SPIKEY.

susan pranica

February 12, 2014

So very very sad. There was nothing like Abigail's enthusiastic clapping game and singing when she took her tour around the block and visited her neighbors. Such joy will be missed. Kathy and Mike are incredible parents and my heart goes out to them in this very difficult time

February 12, 2014

Kathy, Mike and Madeline, my family and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies on the loss of Abigail. Heaven has inherited a special angel. May God keep you close as you celebrate her life.
Love and hugs, Beth, Mike, Kate and Jeannine Toth

Kimberlee Herold

February 12, 2014

Kathy and Mike,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss.

RICH OTOOLE

February 12, 2014

I am so sorry to hear this very sad news about Abigail. Kathy, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Too, too bad. Please know that Abigail will be watching over all of you just as you did her.

February 12, 2014

May your precious sweet angel rest in peace. God speed Abs.

Bernice Lock

February 12, 2014

So sorry to hear about Abigail . While her life was short her lessons in life and love will live on forever. Rest in peace Abigail.

Norman Gottschalk

February 12, 2014

Kathy and Mike

Having lost a daughter I know the grief you two have. I pray that God gives you the strength to accept his will.
God Bless
Norm

Brandon Cramer

February 12, 2014

My sincerest condolences to the family and loved ones of Abigail. As a father of a terminally ill son, who has long outlived any expecations he has been given, I know she was and still is very loved. That kind of love gives a child a love a zest for life that few of us could possibly experience. It is truley the simple things each day that should make us happy. Your faith and trust will get you through the trying times ahead. We have to believe that she is smiling down on all of us now from a place we all yearn to be one day. My deepest symapthies and prayers to you all.

February 12, 2014

I am so sorry for the lost of your daughter. Although I never knew Abigail her photo feels with me with joy. She seems to be someone who loved life as well as those who were in her life. Thanks for sharing her smile with us. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Roy Nichols

February 12, 2014

Kathy and Mike,
I am so sorry to hear the news about Abigail. You will have Angel Abigail watching over your family.

Tom Puetzhofen

February 12, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember seeing you and happy Abigail on my runs along the lakefront in Evanston. Our thoughts and prayers are with you these days.

Fleetwood Jourdain Staff

February 12, 2014

Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of Abigail. A sweet angel has been called home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We will continue to keep your family in our prayers.

Pat and Karin Knutson

February 12, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to the Spellman family and friends of Abigail Grace during this time of sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mark Halbauer

February 12, 2014

My deepest condolences.

February 12, 2014

As my eye tear up, my heart, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mary & Kevin Richardson

Andrea Ingersoll

February 12, 2014

We will keep you in our prayers and pray that the Lord will give you supernatural strength and comfort in the days to come. We are so sorry for your loss and lift you up.

Joe Galasso

February 12, 2014

My deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of your daughter.

David " Doc " Madon

February 12, 2014

May God be with you during this time of sorrow for you and may you always keep her in your heart.

M.S.C.I. member National Tube Supply , California branch

Jorge Aviña

February 12, 2014

My sencere condolences, now she is in a better place - taking on her new role as your angel.

DeLois Terrell

February 12, 2014

My sincere condolences, keeping your family in prayer

February 12, 2014

We can't begin to express our heartfelt sadness. We pray that in the days, weeks and years ahead; you find peace and comfort in pray, scripture and God's grace. In Christ, Bob & Kathy Weidner

Cheryl

February 12, 2014

Dear family and friends of precious Abigail.May the God of comfort be with you during this difficult time.

Susanna Malarkey

February 12, 2014

I am so happy to have known and worked with Abigail. She was an amazing girl. I cherish every kiss she blew at me and smile I saw. She will forever be in my heart. Sending lots of love to the Spellman family.

Michelle Tompkins

February 12, 2014

Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers as you celebrate the life of your sweet Abigail.

The Staff of the Chandler-Newberger Community Center

February 12, 2014

All our deepest sympathies in this time of sadness. Jon and Rhonda Kalkwarf

Magen Rooney

February 12, 2014

One of my favorite memories with Abigail is when I took her to the zoo and we rode the merry go round. She sat down and let out a belly laugh that almost scared me! I had never heard her laugh so loud and seen her THAT excited. Needless to say- Abigail's charm allowed us to stay on for more than just one round. :) The Spellman family is a family of angels. Thank you for allowing me into Abigail's life. She had a fun and happy life thanks to her incredible family. She will be missed greatly.

Danny Romain

February 12, 2014

I always loved saying 'hi' to Abigail as she'd stroll down the street. She and my father had a special bond, and now they can play together. We're deeply saddened and have the family in our hearts.

February 12, 2014

My deepest sympathies to all of you upon the death of your daughter Abigail.

Sorrelle Stanton

Merrill Essex

February 12, 2014

I am so sad to hear if your great loss even though i didnt know Abigail. Her memory is a blessing. Merrill Essex WCE Community Outreach

Tad & Cyndi

February 11, 2014

We always enjoyed Abigail and was so glad she seemed to enjoy our bench sometimes and we shared some smiles and fun over the years. Mike, Kathy and Madeline, you were so loving and certainly made Abigail's life as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Bless you all, and Abigail.

Robin ONEIL

February 11, 2014

We are thinking of you all this week and in the coming weeks. You have all been so brave and such an inspiration. I wish we could be there. Much love to you Kathy, Michael and Madeline.

christina fuller

February 11, 2014

I only know Abigail through Grandma Nancy and that was a window enough to tell me how special and wonderful Abigail is - Grandma is waiting. My prayers and sympathy to you at your profound loss. Sister

Marissa Michaels

February 10, 2014

So sorry for your loss. I loved singing at the 5 pm mass and having Abigail there, smiling and keeping beat to the music. She was such a special light. Sending you prayers of peace and comfort at this difficult time. Virtual hugs as well.

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1012 Lake St. at Oak Ave., Evanston, IL

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