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Eileen McCracken Obituary

McCracken, Eileen C. (nee Brophy), of Hinsdale, beloved wife of Thomas J., loving mother of Jo Ann Gallagher, Tom Jr., Jackie (Sam) Cibula, Dick (Joan), Bill (Diane), Kevin (Annette), Eileen (Bob) Crane, J.R. (Beth), Carolyn (Bill) Lagor, Susan, Amy (Tim) Hangsterfer and the late Mary Catherine, dear grandmother of 43. Visitation will be held Monday, April 9th, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Fireside room of the Parish Center at St. Isaac Jogues Church, Fourth and Clay St., Hinsdale, IL, 60521. Funeral Mass will follow at 11 a.m., in the St. Isaac Jogues Gymnasium. Family and friends will meet Monday, at St. Isaac Jogues. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Misericordia/Heart of Mercy Center, attn: Sister Rosemary Connelly, 6300 North Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL, 60660-1099. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. Arrangements by: Gibbons Elliston. 630-323-0275

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8, 2007.

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Paul Mulroy

April 18, 2007

To the McCracken family, my prayers are with you.

Perry and Tracy Odishoo

April 18, 2007

To the entire McCracken family with heart felt sympathy at your loss.

Paul Kennedy

April 12, 2007

J.R. and the rest of the McCracken family my deepest sympathy to you at this time. I was saddened by the news. My heart goes out to all of you. I have such wonderful memories of your mom growing up in River Forest and the times in Lake Geneva. She blessed all of our lives. God Bless.

Peg and Mike Gallagher

April 10, 2007

Dear Jackie, Sam, and family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a terrific lady and will be missed by everyone. Our prayers and love are with you all at this time.

Joan & Tom Mullins

April 10, 2007

Uncle Tom and family,
We are saddened by Aunt Eileens passing but understand it has been a long journey for your family. Seeing all of you at the funeral and listening to the eulogy it is obvious what a great woman she was. Your family is a testiment to her greatness and she is an inspiration to those of us moms who struggle raising children numbering in the single digits. May you have peace and comfort during this time.

Kevin Cox

April 9, 2007

Uncle Tom and Family,
I was saddened to hear the news about Aunt Eileen. We extend our deepest sympathies.

Peggy Mead

April 9, 2007

To the McCracken Family,
Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Helen Bernardino

April 9, 2007

To Mccraken Family,

My deepest sympathy to the whole family. Condolence! Sincerely
Helen B.
Oak Bank

Sandy and Bryan Hamilton

April 9, 2007

To the McCracken Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colleen (Caufield) Fulkerson

April 9, 2007

To Mr. McCracken and the McCracken family,
We're sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Rob and Colleen (Caufield) Fulkerson

Donald Moore & Family

April 9, 2007

McCracken Family, you are in our thoughts prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in fond memories.
God Bless.

Eric and Katie (Alter) Lauterbach

April 9, 2007

We are very saddened by the loss of Mrs. McCracken....a true "giver" she was....

God Bless....

The Callahans

April 9, 2007

Our deepest sympathy for the entire family. We know how much you will miss the mother you cherished so dearly and you are all a testament to the goodness she inspired.

Richard & Peggy Lucas

April 9, 2007

To the entire McCracken Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.

Dave and Cindy Jackson

April 9, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jack & Aggie Kubik

April 8, 2007

To Mr. McCracken and the entire McCracken Family,
Aggie and I wish to offer our deepest sympathy. Mrs. McCracken was a great lady who was loved and respected by all. She always made us feel welcome and comfortable in her presence. There is little we can say to ease the pain, but do know that our thoughts and prayers are with her and the family.

Tracey Marshbanks

April 8, 2007

To the entire McCracken Family,
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart. So very sorry for your loss. I will continually keep the family in my prayers.

irene sandoval

April 8, 2007

To the mcCracken family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss
of your mom. lrene

irene sandoval

April 8, 2007

To the mcCracken family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss
of your mom. lrene

meliza aldea

April 8, 2007

to the McCracken family,
My prayers are with you in this
hour of bereavement. God bless
all of you. meliza

Len & Claudia Serwat

April 8, 2007

Mr. Tom McCracken and the entire extended McCracken Family-we are very sorry for your loss and our prayers sent to you.

Jim Cox, Jr.

April 8, 2007

Uncle Tom and Family, We are saddened by the news of your loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We haven't seen you in some time, but have fond memories of Eileen.
With Sympathy,
The Cox Family

Steve, Elizabeth, Stephen & Kellie, Luke, Molly & Criag & Peter Kennedy

April 8, 2007

Our deepest sympathies to Mr. McCracken and all of the McCracken children, we have many fond memories of times with all of you at the Walsh's parties. You are and will continue to be in all of our prayers.

Jana Cronin

April 8, 2007

To the entire McCracken family,
Please accept my sympathies on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

nora napientek

April 8, 2007

McCracken Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this terrible time. She is in a better place.

Love,
The Neidlinger/Napientek Family

Michael Klemke

April 8, 2007

To
Mr. McCracken,Tom and Family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs. McCracken. She was always like a second mother to me when I was growing up in River Forest and Lake Geneva. I always felt welcome in your home.Your family is in my thoughts on this Easter Sunday.

Pattie Ward

April 7, 2007

Uncle Tom, my heart cries for you.
How great a love story you and Aunt
Eileen lived. For all your children & grandchildren you never lost the love which started it all. You are an inspiration. My love to you and your family. I wish I could be by your side. Love...

Steffi Leonardo-Siciliano

April 7, 2007

To the Mccracken family,
Your mom will be missed and I loved her very much. My prayers to all of you.
Love Steffi

Herbert Gardner

April 7, 2007

Tom and Family--You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear wife and mother. I am sorry I will not be able to join you for the celebration of her life, however I shall remember her in my prayers.

Lori Gagliardo McCarter

April 7, 2007

The Entire McCracken Family,
My deepest sympathies during this tough time. Our parents mean so much to us even when sick and dying. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all.

TOM AND ANN CONNELLY

April 7, 2007

WE ARE SORRY FORTHE LOSS OF YOUR DEAR MOTHER, THE HEART OF YOUR HOME. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

cathy hofmann

April 7, 2007

Dearest Carolyn and Family - God Bless you all. You are in our prayers. love - the Hofmann Family

Maria Nasharr

April 7, 2007

What a wonderful, graceful and generous woman! She touched so many lives. Our condolences to the McCracken family.

Maria Dwyer Nasharr &
The family of John J. Dwyer, MD

Sally Kadrich

April 7, 2007

McCracken Family,
I am sorry I will not be with you in person on Monday but my heart is always with you. You have all played a special part in my life and Momma McC. will always hold a special place in my heart. What a woman! What a terrific family she raised. As you know you are all like family to me.
With all my love and my deepest sympathy,
Sally Werbelow Kadrich

From the Staff of Elliston Funeral Home

April 7, 2007

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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