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Dorothy Matela Obituary

Matela, Dorothy M. (nee Houlihan) Age 85. Beloved wife of James; devoted mother of James (Paula), Michael and Lori (Susan); loving grandmother of Cory, Jimmy, Kevin, Sean and Maria; dear sister of Richard (Ginger) Houlihan and the late Raymond (Jacqueline) Houlihan. Many years of faithful service with Immaculate Conception Parish-Brighton Park. Visitation Sunday 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral visitation Monday at Immaculate Conception Church (44th and California-Chicago) 9:00 a.m. until time of Mass, 10:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708)974-4410.

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

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Karin

October 20, 2013

Lori,
I'm very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tammy Skowron

October 19, 2013

I had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with Dorothy. She's a beautiful person inside and out which reflects how beautiful her family is. Will miss our visits. Praying for comfort at this difficult time.

Bob & Cheryl Matela

October 19, 2013

Aunt Dorothy was a very special lady. Always thinking of others and putting their needs in front of her own. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
We love you all.....

Bob & Cheryl Matela

David Gaidas and Family

October 19, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Debbie Canino

October 18, 2013

I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the entire family. To me, she was known as "Mrs. Matela", a woman who was always smiling and always made me feel so welcome at any time. I will keep with me always, her loving and gentle ways. May God grant the entire family strength, understanding and peace during this difficult time. I pray that the perpetual light is shining upon Mrs. Matela and that she is resting in peace.

Lynn Price

October 17, 2013

Lori, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and yours at this most difficult of times.

Beth Gervase

October 17, 2013

Lori, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all... May God walk with you on this voyage.

October 17, 2013

Candle lite my deepest sympathies
Nancy Schafer

October 17, 2013

My thoughts and prayers will always be with you guys Love you Linda Matela

Sandi/Matt Rusek

October 17, 2013

Matt and I are extending our deepest sympathies to the entire family on their loss...take comfort in knowing she was an awesome woman, loved by many.

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