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2014

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Christine Kowalski Obituary

Kowalski, Christine A. (nee Parypinski) Age 73, of Wilmette. Beloved wife of Edward F. Kowalski; loving mother of Edward C. (Megan), Wendy (Mike) Mahoney, and Victoria (Tim) Reidy; dear sister of Mathew (the late Gloria) Parypinski; many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Visitation Saturday, September 27, 2014, 1:00 p.m. until Celebration of Life Service, 2:45 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to American Cancer Society, 820 Davis St., #400, Evanston, IL 60201. Info: (847)675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 26, 2014.

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Wendy Mahoney

November 12, 2018

Mom- I miss you every day. You were my biggest supporter and made every holiday incredibly special. You brought light to the darkness in my life. Heaven is so lucky to have you.

Steve Witkowski

September 27, 2014

To Ed and Family,
We were so shocked to hear of Chris's
passing. We have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Always had a special feeling for Chris.
Steve and Phyllis Witkowski

DON MADURA

September 26, 2014

To Ed, Vicky, Wendy & Ed -
An open letter to Chris -
Dear Chris - You will be missed by more people that you thought!
With love and prayers from across the miles.
Don Madura & Peg Snow-Madura Waterford, CT

Cheryl Redini

September 26, 2014

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. She will certainly be missed. Know that we are all thinking of you and wishing you strength as you deal with so much grief.
The Redini Family

Hawks Fan

September 26, 2014

Lisa Meade

September 25, 2014

Vicky and family,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.

Jennifer Trautmann

September 24, 2014

Thank you for always being the "mom" we could all count on and turn to. Thank you for your wonderful son.

September 24, 2014

Very sadden to hear this today. Chris was such a wonderful person. So many good memories of her kindness. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. She will be dearly missed.

Maureen, Ashley and Heather

Micci Gillespie

September 24, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. You have our deepest condolences for your loss.
Galen & Micci Gillespie

The Sanzio Family

September 24, 2014

Ed, Vicky and Wendy, your mom always will hold a special place in our hearts. I will remember her for her kindness. Chris gave Chelsea a special holiday pillow case with Santa and her name on it when she was very little. Chelsea just loved it and still looks forward to it appearing at the holidays. Each year when I take it out, I smile and think of your mom, and I always will. Love to you and your Dad. - Amy, Anthony, Chels and Charlie

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Memorial Events
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Sep

27

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Donnellan Family Funeral Services

10045 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077

Sep

27

Celebration of Life

2:45 p.m.

Donnellan Family Funeral Services

10045 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077

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