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Bridget Cruz Obituary

Cruz, Bridget M. Native of County Kerry, Ireland, passed away on May 27, 2016. Loving wife of Manuel Cruz, Jr.; beloved mother of Joan Cruz (Jim McKeown), Kevin (Christina) Cruz, Pete (Holly) Cruz, Andrea Cruz (Shawn Hendricks); proud grandmother of Becca (Bobby), Joey, McKenna, Breanna, Adam, Nick, Cailin, Zoe; proud great-grandmother "GiGi" of Cayden and Lily; cherished daughter of the late Dave and Joan (nee O'Connell) Kirby; dear sister of Eileen (the Late Dick) Power, Margie (Ray) Frost, Mary (Mike) Tagler, John (Dawn) Kirby, Joann Kirby, James (Cheryl) Kirby, Noreen (Dan) Johnson, Nancy Kirby and the Late Catherine Kirby, Patrick Kirby, and Tricia Kirby; loving daughter-in-law to the late Isabel and Manuel Cruz, Sr.; loving sister-in-law to Joe Cruz (Bonnie Bush) and the Late Pete (Laura) Cruz; cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews; loving niece to John (Pat) O'Connell; special friend of Annmarie Henaghan and Mary Raddatz. Dedicated and revered Chicago Public Schools teacher of 34 years. Visitation, Tuesday, May 31, 2016, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium,7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice, Illinois. Funeral, Wednesday, June 1, 2016, 9:30 a.m. prayers to begin from the funeral home to Saint Albert the Great Church, 5535 S. State Road, Burbank, Illinois for 10:30 a.m. Mass.Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Evergreen Park, Illinois at a later date. For more info, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 30, 2016.

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~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

July 16, 2016

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. At the request of Jack and Eileen Henry, Bridget will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 24 JUL, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

June 4, 2016

To my Cruz/Chavez family Deepest condolences on the passing of Bridget. May God give you all the strength you need to get through this sorrowful time. Love Beebe Luna

The Noto & Konagel Families

May 31, 2016

To the entire family of Bridget. May the great memories you have, give you comfort in this time of sorrow. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time. Stay Strong

Tashundra Williams

May 30, 2016

I Remember Mrs. Cruz when she was my teacher in 7th Grade. I'm going to really miss my favorite teacher. She was an amazing and kind lady that anybody would fall in love with. She was sweet honest, and fair to peoples, it just broke my heart when I found out my favorite teacher has went home to the lord. But no more pain god has her now, so my deepest condolences to the family.

Breanna

May 30, 2016

I love you so much, Grammy.

F and G Rich

May 30, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences to the family for the loss of such a special lady. Draw close to God during this difficult time and he will draw close to you.

RUH SULK

May 30, 2016

To the family of Mrs cruz.

I was deeply saddened to hear of her passing. she was my grade school teacher and really made a huge impact on my life. she listened with out judgement, she loved all her students. but loved her family the most. heaven has now gained another angel a special angel. that will watch over all of her loved ones.remember her with laughter and love.

May 30, 2016

Our condolences Manny & Family, praying for y'all during this time of sorrow. Richard & Arcelia Chavez in Texas

May 30, 2016

My prayers to Becca an her family so sorry for your lost.

Kathleen Thews

May 30, 2016

To the Kirby and Cruz Family. So very sorry to hear of Bridgets passing. She was a beautiful soul and loved by many. She now sleeps in heavenly peace with her mom and dad and beloved sister Patricia. Sincere prayers to all of the family. Kathleen Lavery Thews

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31

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium - Justice

7861 South 88th Avenue, Justice, IL 60458

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Prayer Service

9:30 a.m.

Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium - Justice

7861 South 88th Avenue, Justice, IL 60458

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1

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

Saint Albert the Great Church

5535 S. State Road, Burbank, IL

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