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Kennedy, Elizabeth Roche Elizabeth "Liz" Duncan Kennedy, (nee Roche), ageless, and priceless, longtime resident of River Forest. Beloved wife of Stephen R., loving mother of Elizabeth, Stephen R., Jr. (Kellie), Luke, Molly (Craig) Vandegrift, Peter, and the late infant Martha Kennedy; dearest Matie of Madeleine and Emmett Vandegrift, and Anna Kennedy; devoted sister of Patrick (Marcie) Roche, Robert (Kathy) Roche, Mary Claire Mulvihill, Kathleen (John) Kinahan; and the late John F. (Ellen) Roche III, and Kevin McMahon; caring niece of many; dear aunt, great-aunt, and cousin to many more, and generous friend to countless others. Liz was a proud and devoted alumnus of Trinity High School. Visitation Monday, 2 to 8 p.m. at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 7750 W. Cermak Rd., Forest Park, (Corner of Cermak & DesPlaines). Prayers Tuesday, 10:15 a.m. at the funeral home, going to St. Luke Church, River Forest, for 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Mount Carmel Cemetery. Memorials to Trinity High School, 7574 W. Division, River Forest, IL 60305, are appreciated. Info: 708-442-8500.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 25 to Feb. 26, 2007.

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Dick and Sue Beeman

March 4, 2007

Steve, and exceptional Kennedy family...please feel our sadness and solidarity with you...as you mourn and celebrate the vivacious life of beloved Liz.
God blesses you ! Sue and Dick

Brian Schiewe

March 3, 2007

It was always a pleasure having Liz at the annual share club party. Growing up across the street from Granny was a treat and we got to see a lot of Liz then too. I will keep her and the entire Kennedy family in my prayers.

Booey Devereux

February 28, 2007

My prayers are with your family.

Colin Watts

February 28, 2007

Dear Kennedy Family,

We will continue to keep you in our prayers. The Wake, Funeral, and Reception were all wonderful tributes to Liz's legacy, and it was apparent that your love for one another will carry you through this difficult time.

The Watts Family

Mike and Lisa morrissy

February 27, 2007

We have just read all the tributes to Liz. How wonderful. Today was a beautiful tribute to a great lady. You did your Mom proud. She is a hard act to follow, but you are all up to the task. We love you all.
Love: Mike, Lisa, Michael, Emmet and Lizzy Morrissy

Bill Price

February 27, 2007

God Bless from old SHC friend.

Stacey & Corky Perlstein

February 27, 2007

Dear Molly and Family:

We're sending our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. May the love of your friends and family help comfort you in your grief, and may all of the memories of happier times spent with your mother last a lifetime.

Jay & Cindy. Krebaum

February 27, 2007

The Love of all those Liz touched will give you strength now.

As a mother, Liz was lucky to have you in her life, and how blessed you were, we all were, to have her in our lives.

She was always gracious and gave abundantly on many levels to others.

Take care of eachother.

Nancy Hughes Murakami

February 27, 2007

I am sorry to hear of your great loss. Liz was a terrific friend and she will be missed by us all.

Lynne Gordon and Ross Horiuchi (Rossi)

February 26, 2007

Dear Kennedy Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jane Shannon

February 26, 2007

Dear Molly and Kennedy Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I have so many great memories of her. I wish I could be there with you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Maureen Barnicle

February 26, 2007

Dear Steve and Children,
I am so sorry for your loss, Liz was always so much fun to be around, she will be missed by all.
Maureen Barnicle
Naples

Matthew Cormack

February 26, 2007

Liz was always very kind and gracious to me (Matt)and I know I wont be the only person to hold fond memories of the woman many of us called "Aunt Liz". All our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kennedy and Roche families.

Michael Commito

February 26, 2007

My deepest condolences. You are all in my thoughts. I am sorry I will not be able to come in to be with you all.

Lauren Dillon

February 26, 2007

Dear Kennedy Family,
In deepest sympathy- So hard to say goodbye to someone so loved and wonderful! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please let me know if I can do anything.

sandy leonard

February 26, 2007

Dear Steve,
Bill and I were shocked to hear of Liz's passing. She was truly a warm, caring person and a classy lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sorrowful time.
Mr and Mrs Bill Leonard

chip O'Brien

February 26, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Mike Fitzpatrick

February 26, 2007

Luke, I was sorry to hear about your mother. You'll be in our prayers.
-Fitz & Claire

Kathy and David Novy

February 26, 2007

Dear Steve and Family,

David and I were shocked to hear of Liz's death. Unfortunately,due to conflicting schedules neither one of us will be able to attend the wake or the funeral. Please know that you and all your family are in our prayers

David and Kathy (Colohan)Novy

TIMOTHY THOMETZ

February 26, 2007

STEVE AND FAMILY - OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. DR. TIM THOMETZ AND STAFF

Eileen and Bob Crane

February 26, 2007

Dear Kennedy Family;
We are so sorry for your loss. We know that your mother's lasting legacy is in you kids, and she will always be remembered.

Tom McNamara

February 26, 2007

Dear Steve My deepest condolences.It is ironic that Rita and Liz should die so close together. I know what you are going through. Your family is in my prayers. Tom McNamara Deerfield Beach Florida

February 26, 2007

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

karen taubert

February 26, 2007

Dearest Steve & Kellie;
Your are in our thoughts. Our deepest sympathy and blessing for you and your family at this time.

The Taubert-Boone family (greg & karen)

JACK HARTY

February 26, 2007

I have so many great memories of you and Jack, Patrick & Robert not to mention your fabulous mother.
Steve my warmest condolences. You'll miss her more than anyone.

Kimberly McNamara

February 26, 2007

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Krina Mattio

February 26, 2007

Dear Steve and Family:

I was so sorry to hear of Liz's passing. She is and will be missed. She was a great lady and we will keep her in our prayers.

Krina Darley Mattio

John Rossi

February 26, 2007

The Rossi family sends their heartfelt condolences to the Kennedy's. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We will always remember Liz for her larger than life heart and her wonderful sense of humor.

Joanne Reynolds

February 25, 2007

Dear Steve and Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Liz. I'm sorry that I am not in town to attend the funeral and wake but I will be with you in spirit. She was a wonderful lady and you have great memories which will be a comfort. Liz did such a fabulous job organizing and running our "50th" reunion and we had some fun times afterwards. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joanne Murphy Reynolds

Rich &Carol Burns

February 25, 2007

So sorry to hear of Liz's passing.
Our deepest sympathy!

Sister Patricia Dillon

February 25, 2007

My sympathy and prayers are with all of your family at this time. I will try to get to the funeral parlor or the church, but, in case I don't make it, I wanted you to know that I will be praying for you. I taught Steven in third grade at St. Luke's and I remember Elizabeth, as well. God bless you and comfort you.

Rana Vitha

February 25, 2007

Dear Steve, Elizabeth, Stephen, Luke, Molly and Peter.
I share your grief at the loss of Liz. She was truly a speciaL person. She was in my wedding, and a life-long friend. I am unable to travel to Chicago for the funeral, but you and your families will be in my heart for those days, and indeed, for ever. love, Rana Gallagher Vitha

Gigi & Mike (Watts) Conron

February 25, 2007

Dear Steve and family,

We are so sorry to hear about Liz's death. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you!

We regret that we cannot make it to her wake or funeral. We are with you in spirit.

Love, thoughts, prayers & hugs,
Gigi & Mike Conron

Liz Boardman

February 25, 2007

Steve,

Our deepest sympathy. Liz was so vibrant--funny, warm and resiliant--it was always a treat to see you both. She will live on in our hearts. Love, Goddaughter Liz Boardman, Emily and Andy

Kathleen and Dan Foley

February 25, 2007

Dear Family of Liz, We are so sad to learn of Liz's death. We've known Liz for many years and enjoyed many wonderful occation in Palisades with Liz and all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Kim Preis

February 25, 2007

Elizabeth, Steve, Luke, Molly and Peter................

May the memories of your mother remain present in your minds and deeply bound within your hearts.

I will always think of Liz as a tireless and selfless mother. One who created endless love for her family. (and a great meal on the table)

I will remember her chuckle, her sense of humor and love of a good story.

I will reflect upon her strong family values and the lessons that can be learned in maintaining those.

But most of all I will remember the courage for which she lived her life, especially at the end of her time here on earth. I can't help but think she is looking down upon her family with a smile and a great deal of pride knowing that she created such amazing children.

Hold your heads high in honor of your mom.

My love and condolences,

Kim Preis

Kathy Quaid

February 25, 2007

My thoughts are with the family of Liz Kennedy, she was a delightful neighbor at The Valencia, and she will be missed, Fondly, Kathy Quaid

Terry Marcoline

February 25, 2007

Dear Steve And Family;
So Sorry...Liz Was Always At The Ready Position For A Good Laugh And Will Be Missed.

Billy Roche

February 25, 2007

We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Liz. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May you draw strength from her abundant love and faith!

Love,
Billy, Janey, Collin and Ben Roche

Mary Herbstritt

February 25, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Rosemary Hickmann,OP

February 25, 2007

Dear Steve and Family,

I wish that I could be with you at this time, but circumstances won't allow me to be there. I will be with you in spirit. Liz was such a great person, a compassionate mother, a woman of faith and a dear friend to me. I always enjoyed spending time with all of you and your family. May God give her the fulfillment of the longing for total happinesss and eternal joy.

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