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Denise Spellman Obituary

Spellman, Denise February 8th, beloved daughter of Thomas and Theresa (nee West), loving sister of Kimberly (Joe) Keane, Tracy and Tommy, dear granddaughter of Winnifred West, devoted aunt of Thomas, Joey and Gerald Keane, niece of many aunts and uncles and cousin to many. Funeral service Wednesday, 11 a.m., at Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Anti Cruelty Society, 510 N. La Salle St., 60610, would be appreciated. 773-238-0075. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 10 to Feb. 11, 2003.

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RJ Brooks

February 4, 2025

22 years since we lost you. Loved you and never stopped!

Bob Brooks

February 5, 2022

Nineteen years have gone by and I miss you as if time stood still.
Heaven has to be perfect, because you are there!

Bob Brooks

April 24, 2016

I grew up in Bridgeview and was friends with Denise and Kim. Kim Sandora notified me of her passing.
lost track of them.
This was sad to hear.

Judy (Lintz) Dacanay

September 2, 2007

Dear Spellmans, I was thinking of Denise recently, and am so glad the guestbook is still available. She was one of a kind and had a tremendous impact on my life. You may remember, I was one of Denise's roommates at St. Mary's. Those years were some of my most memorable largely because of your daughter. She brought out the best in people. My entire family remembers her very fondly. Take special care.

Ralph Barnhart

February 19, 2007

As the years go by our love for you has not diminish.......we miss you very much Denise...

Your friends

February 17, 2006

We still miss you buddy. Very, very much. We always will.

February 18, 2005

It's been this long but we still all love cherish and miss you so much.You were a beautiful sweet and amazing person that I am proud to call family.

Your friends

February 9, 2005

Thinking of Denise today and always. She is missed terribly.

blarney stone staff and friends

February 11, 2004

Denise, youre always remembered and talked of fondly at the Blarney Stone, Sunday your friends talked of the good times they shared with you, We will never forget you! Love always The Blarney Staff.

February 10, 2004

It's been about one year and two days since Denise left us but she is thought of often and will never ever be forgotten by us or her many, many friends.

The Schmitz Family

April 14, 2003

To the whole Spellman Family

Denise was a very outgoing and loving person who touched so many lives. I met her and her family through my sister at the B.S. My sister went to Ireland with her and they had a great time which my sister will never forget. She will always be remembered by all and she will be greatly missed by many who met her and ones who love her. Our prayers and thoughts our with you all. God Bless you.

Norman Schlundt

March 19, 2003

I was very sorry to hear recently that Denise passed away.

I was acquainted with her from when she served me at Blarney Stone.

She was a good conversationalist who said she was studying to become a lawyer.

She also said she wanted to live on a tropical island.

Really enjoyed talking to her, usually on a Sunday night.

Here's to Denise.

My sympathy to Tracy and Kim and Denise's whole family.

.

February 17, 2003

God looked around His garden and He found an empty place, He then looked down upon this earth and saw your tired face, He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest, Gods garden must be beautiful he only takes the best! Loved and sadly missed by Clare, Joe, Maeve and Owen.

Colleen

February 14, 2003

To the Spellman Family:



She whom you love and lost is no longer where she was before - she is now wherever you are.

Vince & Maggie Igoe

February 13, 2003

Look around your garden Lord

Denise won`t be hard to find

She had a face so full of sunshine

And a smile so warm and kind.



Sadly missed by Vince & Maggie

Kathy Reilly

February 11, 2003

I met Denise through my niece, Carolyn Mangan. I once took them with me on a trip to New Orleans and Florida. She was a beautiful, vivacious, fun-loving, sweet girl. My deepest condolences to her family. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. I am sorry I could not be at the funeral service as I had previous comitments, however I am sending a donation in her honor to the Anti Cruelty Society per your request. God Bless You and comfort you during this sad time - you will all be in my prayers as well as beutiful Denise.

john kelly

February 11, 2003

To the entire Spellman Family. My Deepest condolences on behalf of Anne & I. Denise was a lovely lady that will be missed by everyone that knew her. We had some great laugh's together. May she rest in peace.

George West

February 11, 2003

You were taken from us far too soon. I was just thinking of the people I want to see on my 21st Birthday and Denise was on the top of the list. You will always be with us in spirit. Love Jorge

blarney stone staff

February 11, 2003

Dee, we love you and miss you, rest in peace,we will never forget you!

Fiona Kerley

February 11, 2003

To Tracy & Family,



To let you know how sorry I am to hear about Denise. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time.



Fiona Kerley.

MARK & TINA SIGERICH

February 11, 2003

Denise,Our thoughts are with you and your family. Peace be with you.

Ralph Barnhart

February 10, 2003

WE ARE VERY SAD..... TO HERE ABOUT DENISE .. WE LOVED HER VERY MUCH . SHE WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON. MAY GOD BLESS RALPH & JOANNE BARNHART

Michelle Lee

February 10, 2003

Denise, my you rest in peace. You will be forever missed by your family and friends. We are all thankful for the time we were able to spend with you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family .

Matushek

February 10, 2003

May the Lord be with Your Family during this hard time.

Lisa O'Flahety

February 10, 2003

What a wonderful fun loving girl, lost too early and too soon. You had so much to offer Denise..My heart and thoughts are with your family at this time

MICHAEL GRIFFIN

February 10, 2003

MAY THE LOVE OF GOD CONSOLE ALL OF YOU IN THIS TIME OF GRIEVING. DENISE IS NOW IN A PLACE WHERE ETERNAL REST IS ETERNAL LIFE, PRAYERS AND LOVE TO ALL THE FAMILY.

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