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Dorothy Cole Obituary

Cole, Dorothy L. Age 90, of Westchester, Illinois. Beloved mother to Kevin Cole, Debra Brandt (Scott), Julie Moeller (Joseph), and Shelley Cole (Robert Ingrisano); beloved grandmother to Heather Vanucci (Jason Brockett) and Scott Brandt (Lindsey Adamson); and remembered with fondness by many nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones. She was predeceased by her mother and father, Joseph and Julia O'Bradovic; and brothers and sisters, John, Joseph, George, Mary Copp, Martha Erickson, Alice Liska, Anne Hora and Angeline O'Bradovic. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Little Brothers-Friends of the Elderly (http://www.littlebrotherschicago.org/).

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 31, 2014.

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Great GrandBaby October Abigail Brockett

Julie Moeller

July 26, 2016

JulieJoe Moeller

July 26, 2016

Mom you are now a Great Grandmama and her name is October. She is beautiful, sweet, smart, and she would have been spoiled by you so much. She is just like Heather, the eyes, the intelligence (which we all got from you), and more then that, she is sweet as can be. You would have loved to have had her in your life. October was born in October so that is the name chosen by Jason and Heather, and she fits that name. I know you watch over her. She looks at your picture and smiles and stares as if she knows you. Also, Scottie and Lindsey married, so the two wishes you wanted the most, you got. I love you and miss you. Joe took off yesterday so we could remember you by celebrating your life and we did. You loved Star Trek and we went and saw it in your honor. So, mom, this online will end at the end of July this year, and I wanted to send you this letter so you had a closure of two things you were hoping to see. A Great Grandbaby (October) and a marriage (Scottie and Lindsey). Love you mom, signing off, but you are always in my heart forever and always and Joe's too as well as the rest of this family. Love you, miss you, wish you were here. Goodbye for now............

JulieJoe Moeller

July 26, 2016

To you mom, Love all of us

John G Kaleel

April 25, 2016

I knew Dorothy from her days at River Forest Insurance Company. Though she was a business associate, it was her friendship that I most valued. Rest in peace ... and perhaps, we shall meet again.

September 13, 2014

Hi Mom - It's joe's and my birthday week and I know you loved it when our birthdays were coming around. We are always thinking of you daily and miss you. Love you Mama. Miss you.

Julie Moeller

September 5, 2014

Hi Mom, It's Friday, my weekly visit. I miss you and wish you were still here, but I know you are at peace and with our family. I love you and know you watch over us. Love you and miss you, always and forever, amen. JulieJoe, Waldo, & Sharpy aka Sparky

August 29, 2014

I love you and miss you - I always remember each and every Friday when you left us. You will never ever be forgotten mama. We love you. JulieJoe

Mom with Sharpy aka Sparky - mom loved him so much - one month ago we lost you and we miss you. Love you mom Love your juliejoe, sharpy(sparky)waldo

August 22, 2014

August 20, 2014

Love you

Josep Moeller

August 19, 2014

Miss you so much mom! You were the BEST Mom a Son-in-law could ever want or ask for. Thank you for giving me My Angel. I promise to always love and take care of her. She misses you so much. EVERYONE Does! Love you!

we love you mom

JulieJoe Moeller

August 15, 2014

Hi Mama, it's 3 weeks today since you left us - I just wanted to stop by and tell you I love you and miss you. I know you are happy and watching over us. Love JulieJoe

JulieJoe Moeller

August 8, 2014

Hi Mom, you are now back home with us and I am so glad you are back with us. I missed you and love you. Just wanted to tell you I miss you and you are now the family's Guardian Angel...We love you always and forever, Amen, Love JulieJoe, Shelleyboo&Bob, Kevin, DebScott, HeatherFeatherlyJasonPuggles, Scottlydnsey, Waldo, Sharpy, Blue and all your loved ones et al. We love you Mom, xoxoxoxoxoxo

Juliejoe

August 4, 2014

Miss you mom - just wanted to say that to you.

Our Sunday Morning Smile to you

Julie & Joe Moeller

August 3, 2014

Good Sunday Morning Mom - I wanted to say "I love you" and "Good Morning" - I know you have a beautiful place to enjoy your forever life, and just letting you know we are doing ok. We love you. Love your Nut from Plainfield (JulieJoe)

Moms family of LOVE Christmas

August 2, 2014

Shell showing mom Rocky on her phone

August 2, 2014

My Joe & Mom

August 2, 2014

Christine Neuzil

August 1, 2014

Shelley & Bob,

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom.

Love,
Christine & Pete Neuzil

Kevin & Mom

August 1, 2014

Christmas 2013

August 1, 2014

Here is mom on a recent shopping spree!

Shelley Cole

August 1, 2014

Mom posing beautifully with her whole life ahead of her, including us :)

August 1, 2014

Dorothy (mom) Cole sitting somewhere contemplating life at a young tender age of 20

August 1, 2014

Waldo & Mom had a close bond and he always was with her watching over her. Love you Mom.

August 1, 2014

Phyllis Zinanni

July 31, 2014

Even though I met Dorothy briefly in 2008, I am saddened to hear about her passing. May her memory never be forgotten and continue on in our hearts and minds during this sad time.

Van Esser

July 31, 2014

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.

July 31, 2014

Love you, Love Waldo & Sharpy

Ruth Cruz

July 31, 2014

I was deeply sadden by the news of your moms passing. I had the opportunity to meet her briefly. She was sweet and delightful and I was amazed at her ability and strength for her age. I'm sure she was an amazing mom.

May the memories of you mom help your family find peace.

Our hearts are with you.
The Cruz Family
BMTH Member

JG Kaleel

July 31, 2014

She was a great lady and will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Shelley Cole

July 31, 2014

We miss you mom. I'm sure you are watching over us all.

Sharpy (mom's puppy) aka Sparky

July 31, 2014

Waldopuppy (mom loved Waldo)

July 31, 2014

Sunrise

July 31, 2014

Favorite tree Cherry blossom

JulieJoe Moeller

July 31, 2014

Having a fun day of memories

Your Julie

July 31, 2014

Love you xoxoxoxoxo

Juliejor Daughter and son in law

July 31, 2014

I miss u. You will be mine and Joe's Guiding Light forever and always amen. Mom u r with r family in heaven and we miss u so much every single day. I love u joe loves u. Waldopuppy loves u. Sharpy aka sparky loves u. Xoxoxoxox

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