Barbara Doheny Obituary

I was here thinking of my mom and I couldn't think about her without thinking of your mom Missy I called her. She was always encouraging to me and so kind and I can remember her caring so deeply for my mother over the years my condolences and peace. Her memory will Be kept alive by her love and generosity that she had for everyone she met. I know this comes a while after her passing, but I would be remiss if I didn't put my thoughts down here for eternity as she will be eternally in my heart.
Angela Sledge johnson

Sean - the most vivid memory I have of your Mom is the one I cherish from about 40 years ago! My Mom & Dad had taken a rare vacation and went to Hawaii for a week (seemed like forever at the time) and pretty much left the older kids in charge. Your Mother was kind enough to stop by (daily, now that I think about it!) and make sure the house was still standing. At one point during that week, Helen had been just a little too much for me and while she was giving instructions from the dining room (to me in the kitchen) I told her to "shut up." The next thing I felt was a slap to the back of the head, my face planting firmly into the corner of the refrigerator, half of my front tooth landing on the floor and my sister Peggy's voice ringing in my ears to NEVER talk to a sister like that again! Just at that moment, headlights appeared in the driveway. It was your Mom. As she was getting out of the car and coming to the back door, Peg was pleading with me "not to tell on her." I didn't of course - didn't want to get smacked again - but when your Mom saw the blood and missing tooth, she scooped me up without so much as three words spoken and whisked me over to Doc Scanlan's house to attend to the damage. She was a godsend to me then, as I know she was to our family, ever since she met my Mom. The tears I have shed since learning of her passing have not been for the sadness I feel, but rather for the joy of having known someone for more than half a century who was so kind and so selfless in her life. I can only hope to aspire to be half the person she taught us to become. You and your family remain in our constant thoughts and prayers with love. May God's peace be with you.

I'm saddened by this loss. I first met Mrs. Doheny when she was Director of Volunteers at Grant Hospital. My mother Pat Nebrida, who worked as an nurse at Grant, introduced us. She was very gracious and encouraging to a teenaged Sacred Heart girl trying to decide on her professional path. Through the years, I met her at Sacred Heart Schools events, and was gratified to see her at the 2010 Sacred Heart Alumni Luncheon. I will miss talking with her. Both my mother and I send our heartfelt condolences.

Patricia J. Nebrida
Former President of the Sheridan Road Alumni Association Board
Sacred Heart Schools, Chicago

Dear Sean,
Please accept my sympathies on the loss of your dear Mother. I will cherrish out last visit this past fall as the gift it was. I know there is a communion of saints celebrating her life well lived. I am grateful for the gift she was in my life. You and your family are in my prayers at this time.
Karen Svetlic; Kansas City, Mo

I have incredible memories of your sweet mother. I am sure she is missed, deeply. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts.

Barb and I had girl's gab nights. Barb, Mrs. D., will be missed more than words can say.
I hope she puts in a good word for those of us who will someday follow.
To her family, your pain is a tribute to the love she gracefully gave and the pride she had in all her family.
To Barb, I miss you, girlfriend.

Dear Sean

I was with CK friends this past week and was shocked to learn of your mother's recent passing. We last spoke in the spring and we would often see each other at a Sacred Heart function and on occasion we would be at the same luncheon in North Palm Beach Florida. It was always such a pleasure to catch up on news from the old neighborhood (Beverly) and she would proudly talk about the grandchildren.

On behalf of the Alumnae and Alumni of the Sacred Heart please accept my heartfelt condolences on Barbara's passing. I will miss her and that warm smile.


Respectfully,
Maureen E. Ryan
AASH Vice President 2009-2011

December 31, 2010

I am saddened and shocked to hear about Barbara. She was a gracious lady who was always ready with a warm greeting. When I commented about her delicious cookies served at a PEO meeting, the recipe was in my inbox the next day. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones.
Nancy Johnston

My sincere sympathy for your loss. I was also with Barbara at the meeting (PEO) in December and when I asked her about her family, she was so proud to share the stories of all of you. I used to tease her that she had such a wonderful life, with her condo overlooking Lake Michigan and summer home in Harbor Springs. Her absence will be felt by us all.

We who knew Barbara in PEO will miss her greatly. She was a wonderful friend and member. I saw and chatted with her at the December meeting; she was so cheerful and happy to be at PEO. My sincere concolances to her family. Judith Holley, PEO Chapter A, Chicago.

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Barbara Doheny. I really enjoyed getting to know her and working with her in our PEO chapter. She will be missed.

Barabara was a dear friend and sister to me through the PEO organization. I admired her style, character and wit. I will miss her dearly

Sean:

Barbara was a classmate of my mom, Suzanne Skahen Angsman at Sacred Heart. They became good friends and remained so throughout Suzie's life. I have known Babara my entire life.

I recently spent a most enjoyable October afternoon with Barbara at her home on Lakeview. We reminisced about their days together at Sacred Heart, being single in Chicago in the day and through the raising of their families. She was a great and true friend to my mom. A friendship between families that went back 70 years.

Our family shares your grief. You are in the thoughts and prayers of the Angsman and Skahen families.

John Elmer Angsman

to the family and friends at this most difficult time. When a dear loved one dies, their life's struggle with ups and downs come to an end. However for the bereaved family it continues until the God of all comfort brings a end to all suffering , pain and death. This he will do under his kindom rule. Wepray for that kingdom to come in the model prayer recorded at matthew 6:9,10.
~A concerned person.

Dear Sean:

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy upon the passing of your dear Mother.

Our friendship goes back to the 1980's on an Illinois Hospital Association Board and Grant Hospital. She was a wonderful, inspiring person and we truly enjoyed each other's company.

Although there is precious little one can do or say at a time like this, I hope the kind wishes of your many friends will help ease your burden.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sincerely,
Lynn Orschel