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Cindy Hefferon Obituary

Hefferon, Cindy (nee Burns), of Chicago, IL, born March 21, 1955, passed away on November 16, 2003, at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Cindy, who grew up in Chicago and Wilmette, was a remarkable woman who faced breast cancer with courage and determination. She was a positive force in the life of many. She provided comfort to her many friends over the years, even when her own illness began to tkate its toll. She volunteered for many community and civic projects and was a volunteer reader for the Blind Service Association of Chicago for several years. Her love of literature, history and the arts was evident in all she did. She is survived by her husband, John A. Hefferon, M.D.; step-children, Matthew and Kate Hefferon; and her father, Harold Burns; sisters, Julie Walker, Joanne Fuller and Polly Gentry; nieces, May Walker and Alaina Fuller; nephews, Zachary and Collin Walker and James Fuller and many, many friends. The family will receive visitors on Thursday, November 20, 2003, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., at Herdegen-Brieske Funeral Home, 1356 W. Wellington, Chicago, IL 60657 (773-525-0178). A Memorial service will take place at 6:30 p.m., at Herdegen-Brieske Funeral Home on that date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. For further information contact Herdegen-Brieske Funeral Home, at 773-525-0178.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 19, 2003.

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Charles Zugerman

November 24, 2003

Dear John and family,

Gail and I learned with great sadness of your tragic loss and we wish to give you our deepest sympathy. I never knew Cindy but I know that she was an exceptional individual and I know that she deeply missed.

Mike Wolf

November 22, 2003

Dear Doc:

Leslie and I were very saddened to learn of Cindy's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.

Rose Perry

November 20, 2003

Very sorry to hear of Cindy's death. She fought a courageous fight and here's hoping she is at rest. God's comfort to all family members.



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Raya Leahy

November 20, 2003

Dear Dr. Hefferon & Family,

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Cindy. Cindy was an inspiration to us all here at Hinshaw & Culbertson. She fought her illness for so long but in seeing her at the office she always had a smile on her face and concern for others. My husband went through cancer surgery 5 years ago and whenever I bumped into Cindy she was forever counseling me and offering her support and positive outlook. I will never forget her smiles and encouragement. She was truly a beautiful person inside and out. May God Bless You and give you strength in the days ahead.

Kim Milbrath

November 20, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Kati, and your family. May God's love and peace help to comfort and sustain you.

Marcy Twardak

November 20, 2003

Dear John:



How fortunate for all of us to have had her in our lives! I wanted more, but she taught me to accept and relish the wonderful time we had. I will always remember her loving smile when she opened the door at Deer Valley for us. She will be missed by many, but never, ever forgotten. We love you.

Bob & Marcy Twardak

Steve & Lynette Prostran

November 19, 2003

Dr Hefferon and family,

Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your beautiful wife with such a wonderful heart. I am pleased that I was able to meet her and know that she is in a better place and will be your guardian angel looking over you, your family and friends.

May God bless you at this painful time. Lynette

Ramon & Mayra Perez

November 19, 2003

Our hearts go out to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you Doc.

Bill & Georganne Binnie

November 19, 2003

John:



We were deeply saddened to hear of Cindy's death. We know she fought a very courageous battle and was ready to surrender to this terrible disease. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Bryan Tennant

November 19, 2003

Kati, I'm so sorry to hear of your stepmother's death. I know that you did everything you could to help her and your father to cope with this devastating illness. The seventh graders at St. Pauls miss you and we will pray for you, your stepmother and your entire family. -Bryan Tennant

Sharon Phillips

November 19, 2003

Dear Kati,

I never got to know your stepmom, but she must indeed have been a very special person to have inspired the devotion and support that you have given her. All of us at St. Pauls will be thinking about you and Matt and, especially, your dad, and sending our love and prayers to you all.



Sharon

Andrea Duran

November 19, 2003

It is obvious that Cindy was loved and cherished and will continue to be forever. Please know, that you are all very much in my thoughts and in my heart at this very difficult time.

Kati Hefferon

November 19, 2003

Dear Daddy,

She was a role model to me, and the strongest person I have ever met. I only hope to become half the woman she was.

Loretta & Rick LaVere (Wallace)

November 19, 2003

John & Family,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Hopefully, Cindy is at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you and your family the strength to make it through these difficult times.

Barry Flicher

November 19, 2003

John,



Karen & I want to pass along our most heartfelt condolences to you.



Cindy was one of the most unique people I have ever known. I always looked forward to sitting down at "The Table" at Lakeshore with the two of you and to discuss movies, plays, books, and just the goings on in the world. I loved Cindy's spirit and her outlook on life. Knowing the two of you has been a blessing for me. I will remember Cindy for the impact she made on my life

Nancy and Brian Sullivan

November 19, 2003

Dear Doc,

We were deeply saddened to learn of Cindy's death. We will never forget her infectious laughter and powerful spirit. Cindy was a fierce compettitor in life; she fought the good fight and she won the race, and now she is in God's loving care. You are both in our hearts and in our prayers.



With deepest sympathy and love,



Nancy and Brian Sullivan

From all of Us at Herdegen-Brieske Funeral Home

November 19, 2003

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