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Betty Baity Obituary

Baity, Betty Ann (nee Pignatiello) Born November 25, 1929 in Chicago, passed away July 4, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. Formerly of Frankfort Square, she resided in New Lenox for the past 18 years. Beloved wife of the late John F. Baity, Sr. Betty is survived by her daughters, Audrey (Ernest) Klimczak, Suzi (Michael) Coffman, Boni (Bob) Figura, Noreen (special friend Keith Keneipp) Koontz, Jan (Ray) Violetto; sons, John, Jr. (Betty), Dennis, and Jeff (special friend Jerilyn Mulderink) Baity; 20 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; brother, James J. (Pat) Pignatiello; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louise (nee Artese) and Ralph Pignatiello, Sr.; brother, Ralph, Jr.; 2 granddaughters, Jillian Baity and Jennifer Coffman; and 1 great-grandson, Garrison Ballinger-Coffman. Betty was a member of TOPPS for 45 years and an AVON representative for 30 years. She enjoyed gardening, bunco, reading and the Chicago Cubs. But, her greatest love was her family. Funeral Thursday, July 10th, 9:15 a.m. from the McKenzie Funeral Home, 15618 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Forest to St. Damian Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Beverly Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. For information: 708-687-2990.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 8, 2014.

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Deb Lundmark

July 3, 2015

I can't believe it will be a year tomorrow. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda Engler

August 28, 2014

Betty, I will miss you so much, especially your Christmas letters that brought me up to date on all the kids and the new arrivals in the family. We had so much fun bowling and going out to breakfast afterwards and bunco til all hours. I was in Chicago recently and was thinking about you. My sympathies to your family. May God keep you forever in his loving arms.

Gaylene Lundmark-Zoller

July 12, 2014

My sympathies to all of you on the loss of your mom.

July 9, 2014

From Ashland Avenue to Justine Street, we were all connected as kids growing up. Your wonderful Mom has earned her rest . Peace be with you, Cathy Abshire Missal

martin davis

July 9, 2014

Prayers for the family

Jovalle Puhrmann

July 9, 2014

Heartfelt condolences to all.

Debbie Sue Lundmark

July 8, 2014

Every time I eat tomato soup, I think about MaMa Baity, my mother from my other brothers and sisters. I still see her hanging out her laundry on Justine, I see her working the concession stand at Little League, I see her shaking her rugs, walking out all dressed up on Boni's wedding day, and walking past my house to coffee clutch with Ruth Weaver. My dad always called it "the coffee convention". And yes I saw her dish out her form of discipline. I saw her frantic when Nor took out a power pole on 147th & Justine, I saw her worry when Dennis disappeared and Jack went in the service. I saw her joy at your weddings and pride in her grand children. There was bowling league, bunco club, craft shows in her basement in New Lenox. She was my Avon Lady! We shared many cups of coffee in New Lenox, where she talked about each of you with me. She loved each one of you equally and was proud of each of you equally. I share your grief. She will always be my mama Baity. All my love to each of you. Debbie Sue

July 8, 2014

Sorry for your loss. May the peace of God soothe your heart. Philppians 4:6,7
Sincerely,
Janice

July 8, 2014

My condolences to the family. May God's unfailing promise encourage you during this difficult time. John 5:28

Barb ODell

July 8, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Betty's passing. Please take comfort in knowing she had a full life surrounded by love. I pray for all of Betty's family. She is now your guardian angel.

Audrey & Ernie Klimczak

July 8, 2014

We will miss you so much but you will always be in our hearts. We love you mom.

Boni & Bob Figura

July 8, 2014

Although your light has gone out, Mom, it will forever burn brightly in our hearts. We need not see you to know you are with us and watching as we continue our lives. We know your prescence will be felt by us, always, as will your love. We already miss you, terribly, and hope you can feel our love, as we do yours. We love you, Mom, be at peace.

Susan Drechney

July 7, 2014

Condolences to everyone...hugs and healing being sent as well - Robert Pignatiello & Susan Drechney

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