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Anna Calkins Obituary

Calkins, Anna Mae (nee Riley), age 75, beloved wife of William "Billy" for 53 years, daughter of the late Mike and May (nee Woolley) Riley, loving mother of Patrick (Margaret Fetscher), Annamae (Carlos) Martinez, Bill (John Joseph Mastrandrea), Michael (Sally Samaan), Julie Brennan, Robert (Mary Brennan), John (Lynda Jacobs), Molly (Jim) Thompson and Seamus (Cheri Molitor), loving grandmother of Theresa and Megan Calkins, Karli and Emily Brennan, Clare and Tara Calkins, Sean, Seamus, Luke and Ethan Calkins, Gavin, Sara and Caroline Thompson and Kelly and Annie Calkins, dearest sister of the late Martin "Matt" (Eileen Walsh) Riley, the late Leo Riley, the late Michael "Bud" (Grace Gearhard) Riley, the late Joseph (Pat Saubert) Riley, Kathleen "Sis" (the late Patrick "Butch") Calkins, sister-in-law of Norine (the late William) Golden, the late Kathleen and Richard Nee, the late Robert (Mary) Calkins, the late Eleanor and Jack Hackett, Gertrude "Tudy" and Jim Keegan, the late Thomas (Audrey) Calkins, Mary Grace and George Cibula, John "Moon" and Louise Calkins, the late Patrick "Butch" (Sis) Calkins, Frank and Maurita Calkins, cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, August 30th, from 3 to 9 p.m., at Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL. Funeral Mass Friday, August 31st, 11 a.m., at St. Petronille, 420 Glenwood Ave., Glen Ellyn. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Info: 630-668-0027.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 29 to Aug. 30, 2007.

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Colleen Russell

September 8, 2007

To the Calkins Family,
So sorry about the passing of your mother and wife. It was a pleasure to take care of her in her final days. You are a wonderful family and I know she would be proud to know what an impression you all made on us here at Rush. My sympathy, Colleen Russell RN

Jennifer Sahagian

September 7, 2007

Dear Calkins and Riley family,

I was deeply saddened to hear the devastating news of Anna Mae passing away. No one will truly know what Anna Mae meant to me when I was a little girl. At Bridge school, we talked and played a lot. Over the years, As I grew up, I remembered Anna Mae. I remembered her voice and how she looked when I knew her. I will never forget her kind spirit. I will never forget her. I wanted her to meet my daughter Rece. Anna Mae is the most wonderful person I have ever met in my entire life and I just wanted to share that with the family. I am so sorry for your loss. If she can touch someone who is not even family this much then I cannot even imagine how deep your sorrows are at this time. I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and and thought are with you.
Jennifer, Mark and Rece

Rita Brumlik

September 4, 2007

Dear Calkins and Riley Families,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Mrs. Calkins was such a lovely, warm person. May your memories be a comfort to you at this time. You are in my thoughts.

Julie Mastrangeli

September 4, 2007

Dear Calkins Family,
I was so saddened to learn that your wonderful wife and mother had passed away. How blessed you were to be loved by such an incredible woman. She loved all of you so much. That will never change!
I remember the kindness and compassion she shared with me on the beach when I tearfully told her that my mom had passed away. She always made me feel that she was so happy to see us at the beach. Powers Lake won't be the same without her welcoming grace!
I'm sorry that you are experiencing this pain. I know how much it hurts! I also know that your mom will always love all of you.
Mr. Calkins, I am especially thinking about you. I'm sure you miss your beautiful bride! Your love for each other was evident in the beautiful family you shared . I pray that God will bless you all with memories that give you strength. I'll miss her on the beach!
Love, John,Julie,Mia and Julia Mastrangeli

Maureen Brandt

September 3, 2007

Dear Bill and Family: We wish to extend our deepest sympathy on the death of Anna Mae. We will remember you all in our prayers.
Maureen and Tom Brandt (Manning)

Rob Cole

September 3, 2007

To Bob, Mary, Clare & Tara and the entire Calkins Family: You are all in our thought & prayers.

Mary Lou Tardi

September 1, 2007

Please accept my sincere sypathy on the of your dear wife and mother.
I worked at the Schneider School with Anna Mae and she was always a delight. I enjoyed hearing about all of you and how proud she was of each and every one of you. She was a terrific lady and I always enjoyed her company.

Peg Woolley Bolger

August 31, 2007

Dear Calkins and Riley Families, I cannot tell you how saddened we are by Anna Mae's death. My memories of her are very old and very special. I still can visualize her in the "Court" of girls for the May Crowning at OLS in 1945! I thought she was the most beautiful girl in the world. We shared the same Birthday so I felt special. She was my "Cousin" and that is truly an important title to me. God Bless and Keep all the Calkins and Riley Families. We will be with you in our thoughts and Prayers. Love, Peggy Woolley Bolger, Bud and Family.

Irene Heneghan

August 31, 2007

To The Riley and Calkins Families,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss of Anna Mae. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

IRENE HENEGHAN AND THE HENEGHAN FAMILY

Marge Walsh

August 31, 2007

Michael, Sally, and all of the Calkins Family
My condolences to all of in the loss of your mother. You are all in my prayers at this time of loss.

Phil McGovern

August 31, 2007

To All The Calkins Family,

I am sorry to hear about Anna Mae's passing. She always had a warm smile on her and I always enjoyed seeing her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jim and Cheryl Biggio

August 30, 2007

Robert and family, our condolences to everyone. Sorry I couldn"t make it there but my thoughts and prayers are with your families. Deepest sympathy, Bij

Judy Jennings-Inglese

August 30, 2007

Little Anna Mae,
So sorry to learn about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Sue Hennelly

August 30, 2007

Uncle Billy and children, A great lady has left us, but has gone to a better place to watch over all of us. I can't help but think that she and Dan are up there looking down on us and discussing how we should be doing this and that. She will be missed terribly.

Adele Giannini

August 30, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

Love, Adele Giannini and Family

Rick Richker

August 30, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

August 30, 2007

Patrick:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Steve and Niki Condos

Thomas Doherty

August 30, 2007

To all the Calkins
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was one of the reasons I always felt welcome at your house, especially when I had to wait around for Johnny to finish his chores.

Pegi Tangney

August 30, 2007

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. My prayers are with all of you at this diffuclt time.

Denise Brennan

August 30, 2007

You are all in our prayers. This world has lost a loving woman with a wonderful smile, but Heaven has just become more beautiful.
Our thoughts will be with you! Denise Brennan, Brittany Currier, and Brennan Currier

Megan Cibula

August 30, 2007

Aunt Anna Mae was a such a special person. Such a warm person, and always smiling. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you Uncle Bill and Molly and your entire family. xo

The Coopman's

August 30, 2007

Our most sincere thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

Tiffany Harrison

August 30, 2007

Calkins Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Aunt Anna Mae always had such a big smile. She will be missed.

Catherine Hennelly

August 30, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

The Hultgren Family and Staff

August 29, 2007

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Griffin

August 30, 2007

To the Calkins and Riely Families:

All of you are in our prayers at this difficult time.

The Griffin Family

Terese Bertucci

August 29, 2007

Calkins Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy at this difficult time for all of you. Our thoughts and prayers will remain with you as they have been in these last few months.
Love,
Terese (Boffa) Bertucci and Family

Sam and Megan Hage II

August 29, 2007

Calkins family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all !!

Gende Family

August 29, 2007

The Calkins Family, we hope and pray for your strength and peace during this difficult time. Be strong, as we know your Mom is watching and proud of you all.

pearse Murray Taras Shipowick

August 29, 2007

To the wonderful Calkins family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your mom was very special and she knew she was loved by you all.

Jim & Maureen (Hickey) Dohoney

August 29, 2007

To The Entire Calkins Family
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Mrs. Calkins was a great lady with a fantasic smile. She will always stay in our memories as one of the great neighborhood moms.

Michael & Sinead Sugrue

August 29, 2007

To the Calkins Family,

We are deeply sorry for the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we wish we could be there with you.

August 29, 2007

To The Entire Calkins Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. Mrs. Calkins was always such a sweet and caring women, she will be terribly missed by many.
Love, Ed and Gina Doherty and Family

Julianne Joyce

August 29, 2007

Our love and prayers to "Big" AnnaMae's beloved husband, Billy, her adoring children and loving grandchildren. She was one in a million. Always in love and friendship, Pat, Julie, Brian, Nora & Conor Joyce

Gerorge Cibula

August 29, 2007

Aunt Anna Mae made the world a better place. She always made you feel like a million bucks. Her smile, her warmth, her enthusiasm were heartfelt and genuine. If she had a crabby day, we never saw it.
Anna Mae will be missed.
xoxo George Cibula Jr. and Marilyn Miller

Philma Rusch

August 29, 2007

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

John Mousa Samaan & Family

August 29, 2007

To the Calkins Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please accept our deepest sympathy. May God rest her soul and give you the strength during this difficult time.

allison leahy

August 29, 2007

The entire Calkins family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Your Mom was a wonderful, sweet, caring, loving, funny, etc....person who will be deeply missed by all.
Memories of her will last a life time and no one can take that away.
I wish I could be there during this time but you are all in my daily thoughts and prayers.

Anna Fox

August 29, 2007

MOTHER'S LOVE

Her love is like
an island in life's ocean,
vast and wide

A peaceful, quiet shelter
From the wind, the rain, the tide.
'Tis bound on the north by Hope,
By Patience on the West,
By tender Counsel on the South
And on the East by Rest.

Above it like a beacon light
Shine Faith, and Truth, and Prayer;
And thro' the changing scenes of life
I find a haven there.

Dear Bill and John Jospeh,

No words can ever convey how saddened I was to hear your news.

My prayers are with you and your fmaily!

Love Anna

Eileen Curry

August 29, 2007

Uncle Bill and all our cousins,
Our hearts go out to you. The prayers will continue.
Aunt Anna Mae was such a sweet women - The great smile and warm heart with be with us always. She will be missed by all of us.
Eileen, Ken and Peggy Curry

Kathleen Hennelly

August 29, 2007

My heartfelt sympathies go to the entire Calkins family. I will keep you in my prayers.

William King

August 29, 2007

Your Family is in my thoughts and prayers. I consider myself very fortunate to have met all of you and to experience your Mother's smile and the joy she radiated in her Living. You and I have been Blessed. Be Gentle with yourselves.

Love,
William King

Kim McFadden

August 29, 2007

To the Entire Calkins Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Anna Mae will surely be missed by many, many people. She has touched many lives, including mine. Her smile remains
in my mind, and always will.
Peace and Love,
Kim Brennan McFadden
Vic, Kelli, Kevin and Cullen

Kay Thuerk

August 29, 2007

Anna Mae will be deeply missed by all who knew and cherised her. My heart goes out to her loving family. Her arrival in heaven will make it even a better place.

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