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Catherine Jilek Obituary

Jilek, Catherine A. "Kay" (nee Wilson) Age 89, Beloved wife of the late Robert F. Jilek. Loving mother of Roberta Flynn (Bob), the late Jay Jilek (Barbara), Janice McGrath (Thomas Jr.), Robert Jilek (Karen), Joyce Jilek (LaRae Cappello), and Raymond Jilek. Dear "Grandma Kay ' of 14 and "Great Grandma" of 20. "Aunt Kay" was dearly loved by her many nieces, nephews and many good friends. Visitation Monday 3-9pm. Funeral Tuesday 9am from the Brady-Gill Funeral Home (Heeney-Laughlin Directors) 2929 W. 87th St. Evergreen Park to St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel. Mass 9:30am. Interment St. Mary Cemetery In lieu of flowers, memorials to Advocate Hospice 1441 Branding Ave. Suite 240, Downers Grove, IL 60515 or St. Rita High School 7740 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60620 are most appreciated. 708-636-5500.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 7, 2011.

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February 24, 2011

So sorry about your mother. We just heard. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Your neighbors from 85th St. Jean and Jim Johanson and Marie, Carole, Mike and Jan Dunn families.

Linda Simon Taylor

February 20, 2011

We would like to express our sympathy for the loss of your very special mom. We hope time and wonderful memories will heal your hearts. We will forever cherish the memories of 85th Street! God Bless all of you, love from, The Simon Children, Louise, Loraine, Linda, Louis and Loretta

Mary Ann & Jim Moore

February 15, 2011

It is with great sadness that I learn today of the passing of one of the true "great ladies" of 85th St. days. Kay Jilek was mother to everyone's children, always planted the most beautiful flowers in front of their home, made the best chicken soup ---- and listened with grace and compassion to all. We have missed those days on 85th St. and beautiful Mrs. Jilek. To all the Jilek children we send our deepest condolences and love; we think of and talk about you often. Take good care of each other. Warmly, Jim & Mary Ann Moore and Colleen, Michael, Laura & Kathy (Glenview, IL)

Bob Mayer

February 15, 2011

Dear Ray, Joyce, Rob, Janice, and Bobbie,
I'm very sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you. It's been quite a while but we had a lot of history on 85th.
Regards,

Bob Flynn

February 10, 2011

I love you mom. I will miss you alot. Rest in peace with your husband Bob.

Steven Chiarito

February 9, 2011

Joy and family deepest regrets to you.i'll never forget you and hope you find comfort in knowing that i'm thinking of you in your time of sorrow.always a friend sincerely Steven Chiarito and Family

Margaret Kulovitz and family

February 8, 2011

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Patti (Oplinger)Scholtens

February 8, 2011

As you carry the love of your mother with you forever, I too shall always remember what a great Aunt Kay she was, with all my prayers

Flynn Family

February 7, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss...Our thoughts and prayers are with you always...Love, The Flynn Family..

February 7, 2011

Dear Ones, Your Mother led the way to greatness. What a legacy she left behind. The kind that can only inspire. As we mourn our loss, remember who she was and continue to make her proud. She was a herion in my eyes.

Much love to the Jilek's,

Marion

Nancy Dunlop

February 7, 2011

I'm so sorry that you lost your great lady. I wish your family comfort and healing during this difficult time. Much love, Nancy Dunlop

Jeanne Sobol & Cindy Sullivan

February 7, 2011

As you remember the love of your mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt, and mourn her loss, may you also celebrate her life and her enduring spirit. Our sincere condolences. Cindy Sullivan and Jeanne Sobol

February 7, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Love,
The Murphy Family

February 7, 2011

We would like to express to all the family our sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one, Mother, Grandma, Greatgrandma and Aunt Kay. She was a good and loving woman who will be missed by all of you. We will keep her and all of you in our prayers at this time of great sorrow. Love to you all, Bob and Denise Beaman

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