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Anne Plikaitis Obituary

Plikaitis, Anne M. (nee Vavra), 42 years, April 17, 2009, beloved wife of Peter J., dearest daughter of Frank and Joyce Vavra, dear sister of David (Christy), loving daughter-in-law of Margaret Plikaitis, fond sister-in-law of Elizabeth Neering, Marie Foyt, Claire Vukovich, and Margaret Simon. Visitation at the Ewald-Barlock Funeral Home, 2501 N. Southport Ave., Chicago, on Monday, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Family and friends will gather at St. Vincent DePaul Church, 1010 W. Webster Ave., Chicago, Tuesday, for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Cremation private. Please omit flowers; donations to American Cancer Society, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1210, Chicago, IL 60601 or Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 769, Hillside, IL 60162 appreciated. Funeral info 773-549-0098

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 19, 2009.

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Art Gould

May 12, 2009

I am very sorry to hear of Anne's passing and I offer my condolences. I had the opportunity to work with Anne on several occassions over the years, and it was always a pleasure. We had a couple of conversations of our personal battles with disease, and they were a real touching of hearts for me. I know that I will think of her in the future and it will bring me joy.

Radovan Surjancev

April 21, 2009

Dear Pete, we were stunned when we heard about Anne. Please accept our most sincere condolences. If there’s anything we can help you with please let us know.

Tom Lee

April 21, 2009

Dear Pete, Tom and I just came to know of Anne's passing through Radovan. We are so very sorry for your great loss Pete! Tom speaks of you every now and then and when we heard this, well we had to contact you and want to pass on our sincere condolences. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Our contact information is: GigaSoft Development and our work number is: 847.231.4442 - call us anytime we'd be happy to hear from you.
Our Best,
Tom and Debbie Lee

Mitchell Jordan

April 21, 2009

Pete - please accept our deepest condolences on your loss. There are no words that can help ease your pain but know that you and your family are in our prayers.

Patty Coppinger-Griffin

April 21, 2009

I worked with Anne on several projects. She was a wise woman, and wonderfully witty. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

David Scott

April 21, 2009

Very sorry to hear about your loss. I worked with Anne at the Fed and shared a taxi cab or two at various meetings we attended together. I appreciate Anne's outspokenness in our meetings. She was usually one of the first to speak up on issues and always had though provoking ideas to present. She was fiesty and I will miss that.

My family and I prayed for you last night and will continue to do so in the future. God bless.

Larry Bailey

April 21, 2009

Dear Ones - I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Anne. She worked within our technology community for a long time and was a signficant contributor. I had many wonderful and insightful conversations with her. On behalf of her Federal Reserve Supervision Technology Family, please pass along my sympathies to her family, friends, and loved ones.

Bob Dobbs

April 21, 2009

Though I've met Anne a mere few times over the years and had the pleasure of working with her for a few hours during my visits to the windy city, I can think of only one word to describe and remember her: mensch.

It is a Yiddish noun meaning a decent, upright, mature, and responsible person of strength and honor.

May everyone's grief be tempered by their fond memories of this fantastic women. G-d's speed in your recovery.

Lorraine Moore

April 21, 2009

April 21, 2009

Anne will be greatly miss at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. She shared a lot of knowledge and skills with each of us. May God comfort you during this time.

Jabby Lowe

April 21, 2009

I was so sad to hear about your family's loss. Anne was an awesome person. I met her about 2 years ago when I joined a workgroup with her. She was so helpful and supportive. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Peter Purcell

April 21, 2009

I worked with Anne at the Federal Reserve. I am deeply saddened by the news of her passing. She was a delightful colleague whose gentle humor and business insight will be missed. My heart and prayers go out to Anne's family and friends.

Tracy Conn

April 20, 2009

Anne was a wonderful colleague at the Federal Reserve. I am deeply saddened by the news of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with those she held dearest.

Jamica Quillin

April 20, 2009

I had the pleasure of working with and for Anne over the past 4 years. She was a phenomenal woman. A true inspiration to me on so many levels. I will miss her dearly and will always remember her strength.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Continued blessings.

Kirsten Nieradtka Zalik

April 20, 2009

I got to know Anne talking with her as we passed each other in the hallways. She was so sweet and kind and strong. She will be truly missed. The prayers of many are with you. May God comfort you during this time of deep sorrow.

John Taylor

April 20, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies in your loss. Anne was truly a wonderful person. She will be missed.

Verta Walker

April 20, 2009

When I see the crashing waves of the Pacific off the coast of Monterey, my thoughts will be of Anne. We would chat about the best places to dine and sightsee on her drive down from SF; it was one of her favorite places to visit when on the west coast. Anne was so supportive in a no-nonsense sort of way; I loved her style and will truly miss working with her. My prayers go out to her family during this time of sorrow.

D. Armstrong

April 20, 2009

Anne was a good person who will truly be missed. Our thoughts are with you and may God bless your family during this time of sorrow.

Bernadette McGee

April 20, 2009

Anne was a strong person and I will remember her coffee runs in the morning and her eating lunch in the I-bar.

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

Mary Francone

April 20, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Anne was a great colleague and will be missed.

The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Peggy Atcher

April 20, 2009

To Anne's family, may you find comfort in knowing that your memories will keep her forever in your hearts and minds. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by many,

Tom Ryan

April 20, 2009

Pete,

Please accept my sincere condolences for such an unimaginable loss. I pray that you find comfort in your memories of all the happy times you shared.

Mary Breier

April 19, 2009

I am so distressed to hear of your loss. Anne was a wonderful, supportive co-worker and friend who fought hard against her illness, while showing a brave face to the world. She will be greatly missed. I will pray for her and for you, that you may find peace and comfort.

M R

April 19, 2009

I am so very sorry for your loss. We all look forward to a time when "death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore". That is a promise from God, and I hope that helps you endure as it has helped me.

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