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Barbara Bracken Obituary

Bracken, Barbara J. (nee Fellows) Age 71. Beloved wife of 46 years to Jack Bracken; loving mother of Suzanne (Steve) Eberly and Dawn (Ken) Yocum; cherished nana of Joey, Abby, Lily and Ruby; dear daughter of the late Chuck and Lorraine Fellows (nee McMullin); dearest twin of Patrick (Mary) Fellows and sister of William (Lois) O'Neill, Maureen (Sam) Esposito, Thomas O'Neill, Eileen O'Neill, and Daniel (Maryann) King; fond aunt, cousin and friend of many. Devoted parishioner, Eucharistic minister and proud member of the choir at St. Gabriel Church. Funeral services Saturday, January 28, 2017, 9:00 a.m. from the Thomas McInerney's Sons Funeral Home, 4635 South Wallace Street, Chicago, IL to St. Gabriel Church. Mass of the Resurrection 10:00 a.m. Visitation Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery (773) 268-0703.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 26, 2017.

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lily yocum

January 24, 2020

Hi I'm Lily Yocum, today is the 3 years my grandma had sadly passed away. Our whole neighborhood misses her so much and wishes she still here. She was the kindest, loving, and strong person out there and never judged anyone. I know she is proud of me and my family and is with us all. Even though we can't see her she is always with us and she will always be my angel!! We love you Nana and we miss you

Lily Yocum

October 27, 2019

Hello my name is lily, I'm one of Barbara Bracken grandchildren. When my nana passed it was the hardest thing I've ever experienced. It was like a piece of my heart left. We stuck together as family though and fought threw the pain to show nana that we are gonna be ok! She always had a smile on her face and was someone you could trust with your life. She did her best to fight but God called her name and she knew it was time! We miss you nana and we love you!

Gloria Valdez

February 12, 2017

God bless her

Gloria Valdez

February 12, 2017

I'm sorry I didn't know she passed. We didn't hear in church. Prayers and thoughts to you all. I remember so well as a kid going to their apartment when they lived down the street from me. Playing with Suzanne as kids until they moved away. But if I saw them in church they always said hi. Barb always a beautiful nice person will truly miss her. From all of us in the valdez family our deepest simpth

Fred

January 31, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of your loss and extend my deepest condolences to the family. May the words at Matthew 5:4 help comfort you during this difficult time.

January 30, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen your entire family and may you also be comforted by the scriptures found at Psalms 116:15

January 30, 2017

My condolences to the family of Barbara. Matthew 5:4

J. B.

January 28, 2017

When we lose a Loved One, they become a memory. Then the memory becomes a treasure. Hold on to those treasures of your Loved One, they will help you during these difficult times. Isa.41:10

Mary Kay & Jack Mangan

January 27, 2017

Barb was always so personable, kind and generous. Lowe Avenue lost one of its finest and will be truly missed. Much love and prayers to your family.

Nancy Gannon

January 27, 2017

To Jack and Family, we are very sorry for your Loss of Barb; please know that everyone who ever met Barb is mourning with you and that the God of Love now holds Her safely in His Hands. May God also give you comfort during this most difficult time for you all.
Sincere Condolences from Bill, Nancy Gannon and Family

Nancy Gannon

January 27, 2017

To Jack, your Children, your Grandchildren and friends; we are so sorry for your loss. Barb was loved by everyone who knew her and we are all mourning along with you. Please remember that God, who is love, holds her in the Palm of His Hand. Our Condolences, from Bill and Nancy Gannon and Family

Mary Lou Garrity/Dale

January 27, 2017

My condolences to the Bracken Family.Growing up in Canaryville everyone knew each other and each time someone passes on it is like losing a family member even though you may not have seen each other in years. May God give you Rest, Barb.

January 27, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61: 1, 2

January 26, 2017

Bracken family so sorry for your loss of your dear loved one. At your time of bereavement may the promise at Hosea 13:14 comfort you all.

January 26, 2017

Bracken family so sorry for your loss of your dear loved one. At your time of bereavement may the promise at Hosea 13:14 comfort you all.

Anthony

January 26, 2017

Our sincere condolences to your family. May the God of comfort be with you all during the days ahead.

Tom Toolis

January 26, 2017

Jack and Family:
Iam very sorry for your loss. Barb was the best. I'm sure she will be long remembered by friends and family. I will remember her and your family in my prayers at this difficult and very sad time.

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McInerney Central Chapel

4635 S Wallace St., Chicago, IL 60609

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28

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Thomas McInerney's Sons Funeral Home

4635 South Wallace Street, Chicago, IL

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Holy Sepulchre Cemetery

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