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Donna Dean Obituary

Dean, Donna C. 64, Beloved wife of the late Jere Coon and William Garnes; Devoted mother of James (Kristen) Reed, the late John and Jean Reed; proud grandmother of Allison and Jonathan. Loving sister of Rena Dean; Dear aunt of Donna Campbell and Carla Chengary. Visitation Friday, 10 a.m. until time of funeral mass 11:00 a.m. at St. Linus Church 10301 S. Lawler, Oak Lawn. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery: Member of Naperville Women's Club and ORCA Scuba Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hayden's Hope benefitting pediatric organ donation www.haydenshope.org. For info 708-636-1191 or www.blakelamboaklawn.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 4, 2012.

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Helmut and Ruth Baum

October 20, 2012

Donna was a member of the Orcas Scuba Club , we will miss her.

Julie Cunningham

October 6, 2012

I knew Donna through the Naperville Woman's Club. We enjoyed having Donna as a member of our group and we will miss her. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Mike Feinberg

October 5, 2012

I'm very sorry to hear of you loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Michelle Young

October 5, 2012

Donna Dean served on my committee at The Naperville Woman's Club. Her work at the club was appreciated, and she will be missed.

Chuck Carter

October 4, 2012

A super friend willl be missed by many. Jjust know that Donna has been chosen to join the other angels.

Pat and Wayne Loewy

October 4, 2012

So sorry for your loss.

Kelly Walenta (Sheehan)

October 4, 2012

Jim - I am sorry I am unable to attend the mass for your mom. I know you loved her dearly and were the best son a mom could ask for. I'm hugging you from a far and praying that God will show you peace, grace and mercy during this time of grief for you, Kristen and the kids.

October 4, 2012

So sorry for your loss.

Cindy Summers

October 4, 2012

Sorry will be unable to attend services but know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Will always remember her sense of humor and the love she had for uncle Jere and her children. Hang on to the memories through this difficult time

Kathryn Wall

October 4, 2012

I was so sorry to hear about your mother. I had the privilege of working with Donna at JC Penney before her retirement. May the Lord give you peace and solace at this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

Nicole G

October 4, 2012

My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time, I would like to provide you with a scriptural thought found at Hosea 13:14. May you find comfort in knowing that has the power to redeem love even from the grave.

Eileen Ulbricht

October 4, 2012

My deepest sympathy..

October 4, 2012

My condolences to the family during your time of sorrow. May God comfort you and give you the strength to cope (Psalms 46:1).

Maryamm O'Neill

October 4, 2012

God bless you Jim and Kristin as you go thru this difficult time. We all have so many beautiful memories of your Mom, which will stay with us forever!

Jenny Hicks

October 4, 2012

Thoughts and prayers for you and the family. May peace be with you.

Betsy Watson

October 4, 2012

Jim and Kristen,
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Although we are far away in miles we are with you in spirit. Sending love.

Sharon Eisenhut

October 3, 2012

Remembering you and Aunt Donna in our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon and Randy Eisenhut and Family

Joseph Coon

October 3, 2012

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

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