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Elizabeth Napleton Obituary

Napleton, Elizabeth R. "Betty" Age 91. Beloved wife of the late Francis E. Napleton for 60 years; loving mother of Ellen (James) Roche, Edward (Katherine) Napleton, Stephen (Carol) Napleton, Gerald (Maribeth) Napleton, Paul (Kathleen) Napleton, Mimi (Daniel) Collins, William (Mary) Napleton and Robert (Clare) Napleton; cherished grandmother of 34 grandchildren; and great-grandmother of 22; she was preceded in death by her parents, Robert W. and Evelyn Shea Raynor; and her dear sister, the late Patricia (Leroy) Utterback; she was also preceded in death by her brothers, the late Garnet (Marilyn) Raynor and the late Robert Raynor; she was the devoted daughter-in-law of the late Edward and Cordula Napleton; and loving sister-in-law of the late Harry and Rita Carney; she was a fun-loving aunt and friend to many and proud U.S. Navy WW II Veteran (WAVES). Betty was the greatest of the greatest generation who dedicated her life to her family. Her legacy as matriarch of her fine family will remain immortal. She embodied sacrifice, kindness, service, selflessness, compassion, love of family, love of country, and love of her God. Together with her husband, Fran Napleton, she co-founded the Napleton Auto Group, a multi-state group of auto dealerships. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Sisters of Mercy, 7262 Mercy Road, Omaha, NE 68124 or Misericordia, 6300 N. Ridge Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660 would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, 8:45 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. at St. John of the Cross Parish Church, 5005 S. Wolf Road, Western Springs. Mass of Christian burial at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday. Arrangements by Lawn Funeral Home, (708) 636-2320.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 24, 2016.

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Mary Thanasouras

August 9, 2016

My sincere sympathy to the Napleton family on the loss of Betty. She was a lovely, gracious woman and I know you will all miss her terribly. May your wonderful memories console you.

Mary Beth Finan Thanasouras

Hank Doig

August 8, 2016

I met Mrs. Napleton quite some time ago and I will never forget what a "Great Lady" I was thinking about her. She was telling my wife and I a few things about her house and how she was proud about something she was showing us, she said "I got that with my egg and cheese money" and how that cracked me up as she had just a beautiful home. For some reason I never forgot that. Anyway what a great legacy she leaves behind! I pray that the Lord will remain close with all the Napleton's at this time.

Hank and Nancy Doig

Rita Linehan

July 28, 2016

My Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your dear Mother. As flashbacks of Raynor Vista and 72 years of friendship echo through my mind , I say Thank You Betty " thanks for memories" Rest in Peace sweet friend . Rita Linehan

Cynthia Geralds

July 27, 2016

The entire Geralds' family sends their most heartfelt prayers and sincerest condolences to the family and fiends of Miss Elizabeth. May God comfort you during this time of bereavement and may Miss Elizabeth rest in peace.

Cynthia I. Geralds
Napleton Hyuandi Owner

Bob Fisher

July 27, 2016

To all the Napleton family: I'm sorry for your loss. She sounds like a great lady!

Carla

July 26, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help the Napleton family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

Mark Quinn

July 25, 2016

7/25/16
The true measure of a person's contribution to the world she leaves behind is the children with which she blesses it. Mrs. Napleton has indeed left the world a rich legacy in the wonderful family she and Mr. Napleton raised in the old rectory on Maplewood Avenue in St. Walter's.

Whether it was Mr. Napleton admonishing me on my salesmanship skills as a paperboy 45 years ago, Paul or one of his brothers helping me or one of my siblings find the perfect car, or simply bumping into one of the Napleton family at a St. Walter event, my, and my family's, memories of all the Napletons have always been fond.

So we are saddened to learn of Mrs. Napleton's death but are delighted to have known her and the family she raised. God has truly blessed her, and us, in the children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren she leaves behind. My prayers are with her and with all the Napletons as they go through this period both of grieving and of enduring love and gratitude.

God bless you all.

Mark Quinn

PATRICIA FULLER

July 25, 2016

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS.

PATRICIA FULLER

July 25, 2016

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS

Joe Esposito

July 25, 2016

To the entire Napleton clan:

Peace be with you during this difficult time. May you feel the support of the Holy Spirit as you celebrate Betty's life. Her memory will never be forgotten and her spirit will be with you forever.

Cindy Stark

July 25, 2016

Such a beautiful matriarch to a wonderful family. Keeping you all in our family's prayers.
Cindy and Paul Stark and family

Bob Murphy Jr.

July 25, 2016

Keeping you all in my prayers at this most difficult time.
Imagine your mother's joy when she heard these words. "Well done my true and faithful servant, enter into the abode of paradise"
With deepest sympathy.

Dan Ryan

July 24, 2016

Thoughts and prayers to the entire Napleton family.

Joe Sparacio

July 23, 2016

To all of the Napleton family, my lifelong best friends since childhood:

I am so sorry for the loss of your dear matriarch, Betty. She was truly a great woman and always loved and respected by the Sparacio family. We mourn your loss and send a multitude of prayers in you time of sorrow.

Sparacio Family

Joe Sparacio

July 23, 2016

To all of the Napleton family, my lifelong best friends since childhood:

I am so sorry for the loss of your dear matriarch, Betty. She was truly a great woman and always loved and respected by the Sparacio family. We mourn your loss and send a multitude of prayers in you time of sorrow.

Sparacio Family

Linda Marks

July 23, 2016

Dear Napleton family, May the peace of the Lord be with you in this time of loss to comfort your hearts. Sending prayers.
The Marks family
Linda,Brian and Melissa

Ray Maali

July 22, 2016

May God bless the Napleton family during this time. Condolences from my family to yours.

The Sisters and Residents of Misericordia

July 22, 2016

Our sympathies and prayers for Betty and all the Napleton's.

July 22, 2016

Dear Napleton's,
Yes, Betty was the greatest of the
greatest generation! Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time
of sorrow. She will be greatly missed, God bless Betty and all the Napoleon Family.
The James M. Whalen Family

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27

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

St. John of the Cross Parish Church

5005 S. Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL 60459

Jul

28

Visitation

8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

St. John of the Cross Parish Church

5005 S. Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL 60459

Jul

28

Mass of Christian Burial

9:30 a.m.

St. John of the Cross Parish Church

5005 S. Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL 60459

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