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Ellen Carr Obituary

Carr, Ellen M. (nee Bonnema), beloved wife of the late George A. Sr., loving mother of Deborah, John, Lorie Carr, Tammy (Bryan) Bockenek, Peter (Jennifer), Michael (Joann) and the late George A. Carr, Jr., dearest grandmother of ten. Visitation Monday, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, 9:15 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 4950 W. 79th St., Burbank, to St. Denis Church. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. 708-857-7878 or 773-582-4400.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 8, 2004.

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Laura Fremarek

February 21, 2004

I am deeply saddened by the loss of your mother. Ellen was and is a wonderful mother to all of you,and a friend to me.When your family adopted me into your lives I gained so much love and friendship from a beautiful family and I am so greatful to have known and loved her.I will always miss and remember her wonderful motherly advice and her deep conversations with me. My heartfelt prayers go out to all of you.

Jennifer Gannon

February 12, 2004

I am very sorry for your loss. I feel I have lost a close friend and like a second Mother since she would yell at me like I was her own child. Samantha and I grew very fond of her in the two years we have know her. She will be missed by us alot and her sweet memories will last a lifetime in our hearts. We want to let the Family know that we are here for you if you need us for anything.



Love Jen and Samantha XOXOXOXOXO

Carrie Loher

February 11, 2004

My sincerest sympathies on the loss of your mother. I was very saddened to hear the news of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Rick,Melanie,Justin and Kyle Goode

February 9, 2004

Your family is in our prayers and we pray for Ellen that she is now in the Loving presence of our Father in heaven. Peace be with you.

Terry & Jeanine Sargent

February 9, 2004

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Whenever we were able to come up for a visit she always had a pleasant word and inquired about what was new in Texas. She would let us know all the latest happenings with the Grandkids and with my Mom. She will be missed by everyone. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all

Annette Martin

February 9, 2004

So sorry for your family's loss of a wonderful mother. I regret that I am too sick to attend Ellen's wake, but my daughter will attend representing the Martin family.

Toni Tymitz

February 9, 2004

My sincerest sympathy on the loss of your mother. May your memories of good times and laughter help you through this time of sorrow. Christ's Peace be with you.

DEBBIE & JEREMY

February 9, 2004

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. THE HAPPY MEMORIES YOU HAVE OF YOUR MOM WILL KEEP HER IN YOUR HEARTS FOREVER.GOD BLESS HER AND ALL OF YOU.

JAMES BOCHENEK

February 8, 2004

I AM SORRY TO HERE ABOUT YOUR LOSS,BEST WISHES TO YOU AND YOUR WHOLE FAMILY.

Jill Allman

February 8, 2004

Sorry about your loss.

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