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Dorothy Carey Obituary

Carey, Dorothy Jean (nee Kelly) Age 89 of Wilmette. Beloved wife of the late John Murphy Carey, Sr.; loving mother of Patrick (Denise) Carey, Margaret "Peggy" (John) Tomick, Julia (Michael) Leamanczyk, Mary (Raymond) Waters, Susan (William) Coyle, Maureen (Michael) Basak, Timothy (Suzanne) Carey, Michael Carey and the late John "Jack" Murphy Carey, Jr.; dear grandmother of Ryan (Carolyn) and Reid Carey, Elizabeth, Sarah and Meghan Tomick, PJ O'Brien, Joe Leamanczyk, Lauren (Mike) Brucek, Maureen (Matt) Henry, Mary Kate and Patrick Waters, Maddie Coyle, Michael, Alex and John Basak and Dillon Carey; fond sister of the late Timothy Kelly, Marian Kelly, Rita (the late Harold) Finchem and Colleen (the late Bernard) Crowley; beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was dedicated to the arts as a teacher, writer and painter. She was an active member of St. Joseph's Church community and even a DAR rep in her high school years. She will be sorely missed by family, friends, prior students and the Mather Place community. Visitation Tuesday, March 18, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077. Memorial Mass Wednesday, March 19 , 2014, 11:00 a.m. at Saint Joseph Church, 1747 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091. Interment Private All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025 or Saint Joseph School, 1747 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL 60091 would be appreciated. Info: (847)675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 16, 2014.

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Joan Putlack ( Schnake)

April 13, 2014

Hi Maureen, I was looking up someone else when I came across your moms obit. I remember being at your house in grade school and thinking what a nice mom you had!! Sorry to hear of her passing.

Jack Spangenberger

March 20, 2014

I taught at Harper School during Dorothy's final years there. She was a pleasure to work with. I remember her as kind, intelligent, soft-spoken, easy to be with. I haven't seen her in years, but somehow feel a loss with her passing.

Peggy O'Toole DiPaolo

March 20, 2014

Dear Peggy & Family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was an amazing woman. You are all in my prayers.

mary thomas

March 20, 2014

you mom was my daughter kelli's first grade teacher at mc kenzie elementary school in wilmette many years ago. she was the most loving teacher and she reminded my daughter so much of her own grandmother that kelli often called her grama in school a few times over that year. i was saddened to read her obituary yesterday. peace be to the memory of a wonderful woman. we loved her.
mary (waln) thomas

Judy Bogue

March 18, 2014

Your family is a great tribute to your mother. She has given me a wonderful son-in-law. Suzy loved her and enjoyed their visits so much. Take comfort in all the rich memories you share. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Carol Cardy-Cueno

March 18, 2014

Dear Peggy and Carey Family,
Our sincere sympathy goes out to you at this difficult time. I remember how sweet and kind a lady "Dotty" was to me and all of the Cardy family over the years. I had planned to come to the wake Tues. nt. but am sick today so cannot make it. Our prayers are with you !

Love , The Cardy Family,
Carol, Don, Bill and Sally

March 18, 2014

Dear Peggy and Family,
My sincerest sympathy is being sent your way …
May fond memories be of comfort to you
during this time. You were very lucky to have your mom for so-o-o many years!
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Warm regards,
Karen Ringwald Leydon

Jeannie Davis

March 18, 2014

Your sorrow is shared by all of the Finchem's, we loved Dottie so much. She was a great gal and we were so honored to have known her. Jeannie

Kathy Poczatek

March 18, 2014

I was in Mary's class at Regina. I am so sorry for your loss, and I hope your many years of memories will comfort you always.

Jim Cox Family

March 17, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

March 17, 2014

March 17,2014
Our sympathy to Dorothy's family.
We grew up across the street from the
Kelly Family in Seneca,Illinois.
Jean Graves Walker, Idella Graves Chino
and Bill Graves.

The Suchers

March 17, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Tom Lopez

March 17, 2014

My condolences. May this wonderful lady rest in peace.

Joyce Goolsby

March 17, 2014

Sue and family - my deepest sympathies to you all on your loss. May you each find strength and comfort in God's grace. Keeping you in prayer during this difficult time.

March 17, 2014

Dear family, I'm sorry for your loss. May you draw close to the god of all comfort during this difficult time. James 4:8

John Nicolau

March 16, 2014

Maureen, Pat, Peggy, Julie, Mary, Sue, Tim, and Michael – I'm sorry to learn of your mom's passing. I remember her as a lovely and gentle woman and I know she will be missed by so many. While this is a difficult time, hopefully you can take comfort in knowing that she is at peace with your father. Know too that my family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Langworthy

March 16, 2014

Dear Tim and the entire Carey Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Tim. you were there when I lost my son. Kevin , and that meant a great deal to me. Regretfully I can not be there for you, but I will be with you in spirit on Tues and Wed.
She is resting in peace with her heavenly family and I hope that gives you comfort as you adjust to your tremendous loss .

March 16, 2014

Dear family, I'm sorry for your loss. May you draw close to the god of all comfort during this difficult time. James 4:8, psalms 83:18

Bob Bennitt

March 16, 2014

Our family sends our condolences to your family. May God be with your mother and your family in this time of sorrow.

The Bennitt Family; Friends of Tim & Suzy Carey

March 16, 2014

My family and I send our deepest condolences. Remember to draw close to God in your time of sorrow. ( James 4 : 8 )
The Short Family

Joyce Cusack

March 16, 2014

When Irish eyes are smiling they are surely smiling on Dorothy.

Mary Lewis

March 15, 2014

I am thankful to have met this great lady. I loved and envied how she was so involved with the Basak boys. Praying for the peace that passes all understanding for the family. The Lewis fam

James 4:8

March 15, 2014

Draw close to God and he will draw close to you.

patti Biwe Broyles

March 15, 2014

My love, thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Carey family. Your mother was the epitome of grace under pressure. In the countless times I was in your home I never heard her raise her voice or say an unkind word. Dorothy, rest in peace, you will live on in our hearts forever.
Love,
Patti Bowe Broyles

March 15, 2014

The Tomick-Wold family sends their deepest sympathies to the entire Carey family. Your mom was an amazing woman and so very proud of her beautiful family. Seeing this picture I am reminded how much you each resemble her. With love, Jane, Dave, Scott and Grant

Glenda

March 15, 2014

My deepest sympathy. God, promises to wipe every tear from our eyes.

Helene Santoro

March 15, 2014

Dorothy was a mentor and friend. Dorothy and John's home was my serenity house.
My love and sympathy to the entire Carey family. She will be dearly missed but oh how blessed our lives were to have her in them.

Sally Cardy Mosko

March 14, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to all the Careys. We have many fond memories of Dottie growing up and from the Cardy Cousins Picnics; what a great lady!

PJ Schaefer

March 14, 2014

Sincere condolences to the entire Carey family.

Your mother was an amazing woman who always seemed to have a smile on her face.

Denise Carey

March 14, 2014

I will miss you Mom. Thanks for letting me share in your wonderful family and thanks for all the wonderful memories we made together. I can see you up in heaven with Grandpa and Jack starting your forever life. You will always be in my heart. I love you.
Denise

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1747 Lake Avenue, Wilmette, IL

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