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Ave Marie F. Rasar

Ave Rasar Obituary

Rasar, Ave Marie F. (nee Cranley), 65, of Palos Heights, formerly of Peoria. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 30 years, Mark Rasar, loving and dedicated mother of Margaret, Mark Bennett (Ellen), James (Jeannie) Pecora, Therese Carlson, Mary Anne (Matt) Keane, Ave (Dino) Costa, proud grandmother of Caleb, Elizabeth, Matthew, Allison, Daniel, Margaret Mary, and Jimmy, dear daughter of the late John and Ave Marie Cranley, treasured daughter-in-law of Jean and the late Bennett Rasar, devoted sister of Mary Anne (Gerald) Moriarty, John (Rose) Cranley, Margaret (John) Lafferty, Donald (Mary) Cranley, sister-in-law of Linda (Orville) Frank. "Aunt Ave" was loved by 24 nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, 9:15 a.m., from John Sheehy and Sons Funeral Home, 7020 W. 127th St., Palos Heights, to St. Alexander Church. Mass 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Chicago, 4100 Madison, Hillside, IL 60162, 708-544-1126, appreciated. 708-361-4235

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Dec. 24 to Dec. 26, 2007.

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Phil and Michele Eason

January 4, 2008

We are very sorry to hear about your mother. We miss our days on Teton, visiting with all of you and having Meg run over to play with the kids. Please let us know how we can contact you. Our prayers are with each and every one of you!

Steve & Karen Smith

December 31, 2007

Ave, Mary Anne & family,

We were sorry to learn of your Mom's recent passing. May your own spirit, humor and kindness be a reminder of how your Mom not only touched your lives but so many others through all of you.

The Osborne Family

December 27, 2007

Dear Meg,

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. I still remember talking to her at the Jewel deli after you and Kenny had left for your freshmen year of college. We commiserated about how much we both missed you guys. I didn't know her well, but she seemed like a very warm and friendly person, and I'm sure she will be greatly missed. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Dennis Daughtridge

December 27, 2007

Dear Ave & Mary Anne,

My heart is with you during this difficult time. I hope you can take comfort in the fond memories you have of your mother.

My Best, Dennis Daughtridge

Edie Moore

December 27, 2007

Ave, Therese, MaryAnn, Meg and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please know that you are in our prayers. Hold tightly to eachother.
Love,
The Edie & Craig Moore Family

Margaret Keane

December 26, 2007

MaryAnn, Matt and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We love`you and will keep you in our prayers.
Love, Uncle Jim & Aunt Margaret

Traci Raymond

December 26, 2007

Dear Mark, Ellen, Katie - and your families,
Eric and I want to express our deepest sympathies to your families. Although we only had a few fortunate experiences to spend with your mother/aunt, we know that she was a wonderful women and will be missed by many - including us. Let her legacy live on every day, now and forever.
Love,
Traci and Eric

Jaime (Charneske) Litwiller

December 26, 2007

Dear Meg,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. You and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Paul Hull

December 26, 2007

Ave was someone very dear to me when we were both so very young. I hope she had the good life she deserved.

God Bless and Rest in Peace

Tim & Maryellen Reidy

December 26, 2007

We wish to extend our heartfelt
sympathy to the Rasar & Moriarty
family. Your in our thoughts &
prayers.

chris cobb

December 26, 2007

We are sorry about your loss, while we can't imagine the feelings you all must be going through, we would like to be here for you all in whatever supportive way we can.

All our Love, Chris and Susan Cobb

Dan & Anne Marie (Keane) Calderon

December 26, 2007

MaryAnn
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Charneske

December 26, 2007

Dear Meg,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Your mother is a great woman and had a very special impact on my life. Be assured she is with you and your family at all times and will be watching over you and guiding you all the days of your life. Lisa Charneske (Hopedale, IL)

patricia mudra

December 25, 2007

Ave, Marianne, and families,
One of the saddest things in life is that we all must part company. The greatness of your dear mother will live through her beautiful children and grandchildren. I will always remember and pray for her.

Sincerely,
Pat Mudra

Sharon Fleming Mercy Alum'59 Glover

December 24, 2007

It is hoped that through recognizing and celebrating Ave Marie's fruitful life, some solace will ease you as you mourn her passing. May she rest in peace.

Patrick Keane

December 24, 2007

Mary Anne, we are sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She is in our prayers.
Patrick and Maria Keane

ELLEN AND NEIL KEANE

December 23, 2007

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. ALTHOUGH WE ONLY KNEW YOUR MOM FOR A SHORT TIME, WE WERE ABLE TO ENJOY HER COMPANY AND FRIENDSHIP WHEN WE VISITED. WE FOUND HER TO BE A VERY SPECIAL LADY.
UNCLE NEIL
AND
AUNT ELLEN

Sheila Maze

December 23, 2007

MaryAnn, Ave, Therese, Meg, and Family

I am very sorry to hear about your mothers passing. She was such a great lady to know. I will always cherish the memories of our visits with her, from Matt's 40th B-day to our trip to South Haven.
Love,
Sheila Maze and Family

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