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Diane Fahey Obituary

Fahey, Diane (nee Haig) Age 76, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2020. Diane loved life... always a smile on her face and never a bad day. If you didn't know Diane, she was the most wonderful girl in the world! A beautiful angel to all on earth has now joined her angels in heaven. Beloved wife of Thomas L. Fahey; loving mother of Barbara (Patrick) McCarthy, Richard Parrillo, Jr., Michael (Tracey) Parrillo, and Beau Parrillo; dear stepmother of Lisa (Jack) Hlustik and Michelle (Charles) Annella; cherished grandmother of Patrick, Jr., Hugh, and Morgan McCarthy, Richard Parrillo III, Olivia, Emmaleigh, Lilly, and Lucia Parrillo, Josephine Parrillo, Dominic and Chloe Hlustik, and Gianna and Nicole Annella; dearest sister of Carol (Larry) Banas, Judi Weigle, and Pattie (Bob) Baylati; fond sister-in-law of Irene and Susan Fahey. With the current restrictions on public gatherings, all services will be immediate family only. The family looks forward to a future celebration of Diane's life. Please support the family by signing the online guestbook and tribute page at www.sullivanfuneralhomehinsdale.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org are appreciated. Arrangements by Sullivan Funeral Home Hinsdale. 630-323-0275. www.sullivanfuneralhomehinsdale.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 16, 2020.

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Rita and Chuck Annella

April 21, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

April 20, 2020

My prayers are for you. Diane will always be a bright shining star she will be missed by all who new her. Im so sorry for your loss
Nancy Ciardelli

Jim Wilson

April 19, 2020

My deepest sympathies go out to the family. I am glad I had a chance to meet Diane and her great family. I am sure she will be missed by all. I offer my thoughts, prayers and well-wishes during this difficult time. May she rest in peace.

April 18, 2020

Thinking of the family and wishing them comfort and peace

Dan

April 16, 2020

Diane we had many great memories and especially the ones we made at the Greenbrier. You loved the High Tea, shopping, and playing Black Jack at a table Tom reserved just for you. You were a big winner. We will miss you and your beautiful smile.

April 16, 2020

Condolences

Jack Reynolds

April 16, 2020

Thinking of the family and wishing them comfort and peace

From the Staff of Sullivan Funeral Home

April 16, 2020

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

April 15, 2020

I have known Dane for over 50 years and never had a dull moment in her company. She has always been more than generous and kind. She will be missed by many !! God love You.

Your Pal, Big Julie

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