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Eileen McGarr Obituary

McGarr, Eileen Marie 5EC40150 (nee Larkin), age 72, beloved wife of the late Donald, loving mother of Mary Kay (Tony CPD) Valenti, Don (Patty), Maureen (Mark) Okonski, Terry (Pat), Eissie (Jim CFD) Kleinick, Tom (Diane) and Peggy (Jack) Donnelly, proud grandmother of Pat and Colleen Valenti, Ryan, Katlyn and Michael McGarr, Jeremy and Daniel Okonski, Elizabeth (Jason) Kleinick Alexander, Jim and Maureen Kleinick; Conor, Larkin and London McGarr; Autumn, Indigo and River McGarr; Bailey, Joseph and Michalene Donnelly, great- grandmother of Ethan Alexander, cherished daughter of Florence Larkin, dear sister of Ed (Karlene) Larkin, Bill (Nancy) Larkin and Patrick (Janet) Larkin, fond sister-in-law of Rita Ahern, Irene Rotta and Gloria McGarr, also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 10:30 a.m., from the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy., (7700W), Palos Hills, to Sacred Heart Church for 11:30 a.m., Mass. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Member of Sacred Heart A.C.C.W. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 15 to May 16, 2003.

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Irene Ahern Smith

May 17, 2003

I can't tell you all what your Mom & Dad meant to my family. Clare & Brendan will remember all the wonderful times spent with both of them. Your Mom was the best. She was always loving and kind. I am happy she spent time with us. God bless you all in this time of your loss.

Love,

Irene

Deb

May 17, 2003

Tom and family

My thoughts and prayers are with you . Thank you for sharing the love you have for your mother with all of us.

Patricia Donnelly

May 16, 2003

Peggy, I'm sorry that I couldn't be there at this time. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time. Love, Pat

Pat Crossin

May 16, 2003

Your mom always made me feel like one of the family. She will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Kitty Dickson-Moesle

May 16, 2003

Dear Mary Kay, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I know that your mom left a legacy of wisdom, humor and love of family and she will be sorely missed. Please extend my condolences to the rest of your family. Sincerely, Kitty (Dickson)Moelse

Vanessa Scott

May 16, 2003

Eileen & Family



My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I'm praying for all of you for strength during this difficult time. Treasure your precious memories of your mom.

John T. Ahern Jr.

May 16, 2003

To the McGarr Family:



I'm sorry about your Mom's death. She was a great person.



John Ahern

David Gaidas and Family

May 16, 2003

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Kay Lamaster

May 15, 2003

My thoughts and prayers go to the entire McGarr Family. You guys were my family every weekend at the cottage.



Love, Kay Lamaster and the Lamaster Family

Michelle Ojermark

May 15, 2003

To the Entire McGarr Family-

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I enjoyed getting to know your mom. She was a beautiful and classy lady.

Caprice Guy

May 15, 2003

To Eileen Kleinick & Family



My God keep you and your family strong at this difficult time in your life.....may he wipe away your tears of sorrow and replace them with loving memories...I will keep you and yours in my prayers.

Caprice

Andrea Lampasona

May 15, 2003

Peggy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this very difficult time.

Love always, Mike and Andrea

Chicago Center, South Area, Controllers and Supervisors

May 15, 2003

On behalf of everyone at work, Tom, we offer our thoughts and prayers to you, your wife and children and your entire family.

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