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Betty Dering Obituary

Dering, Betty (nee Burke), age 83, beloved wife of the late William V., devoted mother of William (Mary Lou), Patricia (Robert) Camp, Judith (Mark) Stump and Mary Lou (Timothy) McMillin, loving grandmother of Bobby, Tagan, Gina, Damian, Matt, Nancy, Beth, Dan, Katy, Sara, Molly, Courtney, Abby, Lauren and great-grandmother of Devin, Henry, Cole, Isabella, Caitlin, Sydney and Harrison, dearest sister of Bill (Helen) Burke, Rodger (Doris) Burke, Phillip (Jean) Burke and the late Ed Burke. Member of Sacred Heart Fun Club and A.C.C.W. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m., at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W), Palos Hills. Funeral Friday, 10:30 a.m., from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Church for 11:30 a.m., Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Sisters of St. Casimir Retirement Fund, 2701 W. Marquette Rd., Chicago, IL, 60629. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guestbook at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 5, 2005.

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Dee & George Wesbey

April 5, 2005

Dear Derings

We are so saddend to hear of the loss of your Mom and Gram and the many fond memories we have of both your Mom and Dad. So much of our lives at Lower Scott were centered around them. Please accept our deepest sympathy and love to all of you.

Dee & George

Brandie Shelor

April 5, 2005

In your memories may you find comfort, in your family and friends may you find love, and in your hearts find the strength needed for healing during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Gene & Barbara Stump

April 5, 2005

May the precious memories of your mother and grandmother ease your sorrow. Our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you. All our love.

David Gaidas and Family

April 5, 2005

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