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Diane Papp Obituary

Papp, Diane Age 59, passed away peacefully at her residence in Thornton. Diane was a 28 year employee at Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Loving daughter of Mavis and the late Frank Papp. Cherished sister of Frank (Gail), Larry (Chris), Denis (Judy), Terry (Louise) and Tom (Janice) Papp. Dearest aunt of Stacy (Fred) Jacobi, Bryan (Laurie), Jamie (Kevin) Carney, Michael, Denny (Mindi), Corey (Laura), Justin, Terry Jr. (Allison), Eric (Kelly), Jeremy, Anthony and Olivia Papp. Great-aunt to Freddie, Charlie, Jack, Katelin, Marissa, Claira, Samantha, Cailyn, Alexis, Breeyana, Zack and Eric Jr. Visitation Monday, August 19, from 2-9pm at the Tews Funeral Home 18230 Dixie Highway in Homewood. Funeral Tuesday with 9:15am prayers at the Funeral Home to St. Joseph Church for Mass at 10am. Interment private. Memorials to the Ingalls Hospice Cancer Care Center. Additional information call 708-798-0331 or online register book at www.tewsfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 19, 2013.

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January 29, 2014

It's hard finding out things like this through the internet but I just want all of you to know (Mrs. Papp, Frankie, Larry, Denny, Terry and Tommy) she was a light in everyone's life. Being away from the area for so many years NEVER changes the memories I have of all the Good times at the Papp's. She will be truly missed.
All my thoughts and love.
John Feminella

Michael McNease

September 2, 2013

love and miss you diane

Andy Dillard

August 29, 2013

I worked with Diane at Ingalls, and she was a great person. I'm going to miss her warm personality.

August 25, 2013

Rest in piece Diane. And our sympathies to the Papp family.

Eddie Z and family.

Janice Abbey

August 23, 2013

I did not live on your block, but hung out often with Barb McGlaughlin and all of you. We shared a great, adventurous time. Diane was the only girl in the family, like Barb. Great memories. My heart goes out to all of your family. With sincerest sympathy.May she be at peace.

Dirk French

August 23, 2013

Mavis my deepest sympathies to you and the family. My memories of wonderful Wabash Avenue are just that much sweeter because of Diane. Peace and love.

Tom and Janice Papp

August 22, 2013

There is a huge void in our lives since you have gone from us to be with the Lord. We miss you so much, though we know you will rest in peace. How we loved our Sunday football games with you, all the ways you brought the family together, your childlike spirit, and how you taught us that family was the most important thing in life! You will always be in our hearts.

With all our love, Tom and Janice

Peter Fortunski

August 22, 2013

I worked with Diane while at Ingalls for nearly 10 years. She had a personality that was endearing. She worked so hard… left work and worked a second job. Diane was a delight to be around, with a contagious sense of humor. She had such a great laugh. I was heartened by her genuine interest in me and my family over the years.

Diane brought a sense of strength and pride to our workplace, wrapped it in a caring heart and delivered it all those around her. Santa would be hard pressed to match those gifts.

Diane, rest and enjoy the life you have forever earned.

The Fortunski Family

Anthony Papp

August 22, 2013

Aunt Di - We will forever remember the great times and laughs we had with you! You were truly special, and I know you are watching over all of us!

Love,
Anthony

John Hosemann

August 22, 2013

I did not know Diane as well as others but I do know Tom Papp and his family and the world is a better place because of them and it is apparent that Di had a profound and lasting impact on everyone she met.Her life now is one of peace, love, beauty and worry free without pain. We all hope to see her there but until we do we must carry on her spirit of true love and good will to friends and strangers alike. May God continue to bless Mom Mavis and all the Papp family forever.

Peg Smith

August 21, 2013

Gail, so sorry to hear of the loss of your family member. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Peg

Sandi Riegler

August 21, 2013

I had the pleasure and "fun" of knowing Diane for 25 years at Ingalls. She could put a smile on anyone's face and loved people and people loved her. She was a good soul who the Lord has taken from us too soon. I will never forget her laugh and teasing. My sympathies to Judy and her husband.

Patti Hayes

August 21, 2013

What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful soul. These past two days, sharing with the amazing Papp family, has left me with so much joy, peace, memories, and smiles. God bless you all.

August 20, 2013

I was so blessed to have you in my life Di...I will miss you soooo much,,God bless the Papp family.. Lov Connie

Lisa Landvogt

August 19, 2013

I have known Diane for so many years, since the old days in Riverdale and Dolton, she was the kindest person with the best sense of humor and love for everyone! I worked at Ingalls while Diane was there too! She was one heck of person who would give you the shirt off her back, may you rest in peace Diane, the world will miss you! Love, Lisa Espinosa Landvogt

Trena (Brewer) Gerencir

August 19, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Diane at Ingalls, many years ago. She was always hard-working and happy. Diane made work fun, she had a wonderful humor about her and I will never forget that infectious smile of hers... Rest In Peace Diane & May God Bless Your Family. My deepest sympathy to the Papp family...

Corey and Laura Papp

August 19, 2013

Aunt Di, we know you are smiling down on us! God gained a wonderful angel. You will be missed. We love you. Corey, Laura, Samantha, Cailyn, and Alexis Papp

August 19, 2013

Our thoughts & prayers to all Diane's family she loved you all so much!What a kind person she was!Jim & I thought so much of you!She sure will be missed. Love you Di! Jim & Norma

August 19, 2013

My heart and prayers are with the family. I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. My deepest condolences.
Aloha and much love,
Christy Krokidas Enright

Fred & JoAnn Jacobi

August 19, 2013

Shared your smiling face at birthdays and 4th of July parties.
Watch over all of us from above.

Fred & JoAnn Jacobi

Julie Krokidas-Wooden

August 19, 2013

When I ask myself how did Diane bless my life, I can say this:
She had a wicked sense of humor and made me laugh even in the midst of my teenage drama. I knew she would always be there no matter what, that she had some fine looking brothers and that she had a fierce loyalty to her family.
I hope she's kickin back with our two other Dolton Boys Richard and Joe. Pinch em for me will ya Di?
I love you all!

Mary Ann Wyman

August 19, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Diane's passing. She worked for me at Ingalls and she was always a delight.

So many wonderful memories with you! We love you! Corey, Laura, Samantha, Cailyn, & Alexis Papp

Corey and Laura Papp

August 19, 2013

Susan and Stephen O'Brien

August 19, 2013

Our prayers, thoughts and condolences are with you and your entire family. May God welcome you into the Light of His Face.

Patricia Field

August 19, 2013

Sending the family my deepest sympathy. I worked at Ingalls and then she was a very kind and beautiful person to talk to when I was losing my husband and I would see her every time we were there for treatment. So very sorry for your loss. She was a doll! Thinking of all of you at this time. Sincerely, Patty Field, wife of the late Dr. Timothy Field.

Debra Mourer

August 19, 2013

Diane's smiling face will be missed at Ingalls Hospital. Her kindness will never be forgotten. RIP Diane. I will miss you.

August 18, 2013

I just saw this saying, "And in the end, it's not the years in a life, it's the life in the years" by Abraham Lincoln. What joyous years we had with you! What a life you lived! I only wish we had more time together.

We all miss you already!!! We have one special angel looking out for us now!
Love you forever,
Stacy, Fred, Freddie and Charlie

T, Ali, Bree & Zack Papp

August 18, 2013

Aunt Di,you will always be with us. We love you and miss you. Your giving heart and loving way will always be remembered.

Denny, Mindi, Marissa and Claira Papp

August 18, 2013

We love you so much Aunt Di!! You will be in our hearts forever and we will always cherish all the wonderful memories we had with you.

From the Staff of Tews Funeral Home

August 19, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Ginger

August 18, 2013

Di, how very quietly you tiptoed into our world, silently, only a moment you stayed. Oh, but what an imprint your footsteps left upon our hearts! Mavis & family - Peace, love & prayers

Rest in the peace of Christ

Sue & Steve O'Brien

August 18, 2013

Andrea

August 18, 2013

I still smile thinking about playing summer softball with you and wish I told you what a great mentor you were. Rejoice in a beautiful life Papp Family.

Bill McLaughlin

August 18, 2013

Only the second "Wabash" kid to leave us and way too early! God speed Di. Our deepest sympathies Mavis to you and the clan.

Love, Bill and Stacy McLaughlin

Shelley French

August 18, 2013

I remember washing our hair in the rain in your driveway dancing to Wild Thing in the summer of '67. Dance on, dear friend!

Love and peace to you and your family!

Pat and Kim McLaughlin

August 18, 2013

Please accept our deepest sympathies. To me she will always be that little girl running around on Wabash playing tag. Rest in Peace, Di

August 17, 2013

I Love you with all my Heart. Mom

Louise Papp

August 17, 2013

We love you Di you will always be in our hearts! Love Terry and Louise

Denis and Judy Papp

August 17, 2013

Always in our hearts Di

Love forever, Denis and Judy and Ava

sharon dwan

August 17, 2013

I will always chuckle when I think of the times at your place by Dolton Liquors... Good times... God Bless you and your family!!!

The Staff of Ryan Funeral Home

August 17, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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