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Ema Annunziata Obituary

Annunziata, Ema S. 9, of Arlington Heights, cherished daughter of Craig and Jacquelyn (nee Haderlein) Annunziata, loving sister of Jake and Aurelia Annunziata, dear granddaughter of Tom and Ann Haderlein, Joseph (Joann) Annunziata and Clara (William) Harris, dearest niece of Mark Annunziata, Gary (Jean) Annunziata, Russell (Colleen) Annunziata, Laura (Karl) Schulz, Lisa (Tom Cubr) Haderlein, Robert (Sarah) Haderlein, Christine (Bradley) Wasserman and the late Jeannie Annunziata, fond cousin to many. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 10:15 a.m., from Oehler Funeral Home (formerly Lauterburg & Oehler F.H.), 2000 E. Northwest Hwy., Arlington Heights, to St. James Church, 831 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Mass 11 a.m. Interment private. Funeral Info: 847-253-5423.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 4, 2005.

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Marty Mueller

December 17, 2005

Craig/Jacki and kids,



Although we just met you two days ago, I feel we know you well...we've both shared the tragic loss of a beautiful daughter this year.



I know that God and our daughters will be guiding us through the hard times of these holidays and beyond. It now helps me to know that your lovely Ema is playing with Christine in heaven. We will now pray for Ema as we pray for Christine daily...you will always be in our thoughts and prayers and together we will endure the pain to one day reflect on the great days we had with the most cherished gift of all...a perfect beautiful child.



may god bless your family,

Marty & Carolyn

Kris Wajda

December 9, 2005

Jacki and Craig

I am devastated by the loss of Ema. I am in shock. I love you Jacki. I have the fondest memories of you and I regret not being in touch with you through this sad time in your life. I know that Ema had the greatest mother in the world and I know she was very happy in her short little life!! If you ever, ever, need anything, please call me. 734-424-3777. Love, Kris Pearson Wajda

Joanne DiGuido

April 26, 2005

My thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this sad time. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Your long-ago friend, Joanne DiGuido.

Janice Cleary

March 31, 2005

Dear Craig and Jacki;

I just learned of your darling little girl Ema's passing and am so saddened. I remember her as such a sweet and beautiful child playing and having such fun in your backyard. Please accept my sincere sympathy and the sympathy of Bill, Kirsten and Lauren, too. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

Sincerely,

Janice Cleary

Debbie Stringfellow

March 16, 2005

Dear Craig and Jackie,



The news of Emma will forever change everyone's lives. Although we all want to ask why - GOD - always has a plan for us that is bigger than we can ever understand. Tom and I now kiss our kids good night with deeper thoughts and appreciation for everyday they are with us. We can, and do everyday, only imagine the range of emotions that your family is going through. May our thoughts and prayers help you go through this difficult time.

God Bless you,



The Stringfellow Family

Concetta stanfa

March 15, 2005

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of this angel. I did not know her but wish i could see her days blossoming into a girl. Greatfully we know that she is with God watching over us.

Micheal Robert McCann

March 15, 2005

Dear Craig and Jackie,

I was sorry to hear about the loss of your precious daughter. May God bless you and your whole family during this sad time. Ema is safe in heaven now and is watching over all of us.If you need anything ,I am here for you.You'll are in our thoughts and prayers.

Micheal,Gayle and children

Amy Winquist

March 15, 2005

Dear Craig and Jackie,
I am Robert and Marie[Annunziata]McCann grandaughter.Also,Deborah McCann is my mother.
I heard the news of Ema passing away.I never met my cousin but I heard she was a very happy little girl. I am sorry for your loss,and if you ever need anything please let me know. Ema and your whole family are in my prayers. God Bless you!!!

Amy Winquist

March 15, 2005

Dear Craig and Jackie,
I am Robert and Marie[Annunziata]McCann grandaughter.Also,Deborah McCann is my mother.
I heard the news of Ema passing away.I never met my cousin but I heard she was a very happy little girl. I am sorry for your loss,and if you ever need anything please let me know. Ema and your whole family are in my prayers. God Bless you!!!

Nikki

March 15, 2005

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter . I can't Imagine how hard it must be. Even Though I don't know you and your family the kids at south say wonderful things about your daughter i just wish i could've met someone as sweet as she was i wish i couldve met her . It reminds me of when i lost my brother when he was very sick . I'm sorry about the loss and i will pray for your family and please remeber even though she's gone she'll always be with you and she loves you very much never forget that

nikki

Mary (Easter) and Brad Langowski

March 14, 2005

Craig and Jackie,

Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family during this difficult time. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

Your cousin,

Terressa Cuthbert

March 13, 2005

To the entire Annunziata family,

You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Jacki, I think of you daily and pray that the Lord will help you to cope with this ordeal and give you the strength to guide Jake and Bia through it all.

Take care of each other.

Christine Marie McCann

March 13, 2005

Dear Craig,Jacki,Ema's siblings,

My mom told me of Ema's passing and it broke my heart. I am so,so sorry for your loss and for never meeting my second cousin. I have heard such beautiful stories about her.I feel God only wants the good ,special people in heaven with him to make heaven more beautiful place.She is now an angel looking down on all the people she loved! If you ever need anything, I will be here for you'll. Most of all, Ema and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless your family; he will give you love and strength to get through this very sad time.

Deborah McCann

March 11, 2005

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Ema. May your memories of her help guide you thru this time of sadness. You are all in our thoughts and in our prayers.

Debbie and Heather

The Tittle Family

March 10, 2005

Our hearts and prayers are with The Annunziata Family. May you somehow find comfort in the knowledge that your Emma is safe in our Shepard's arms. She will be dearly missed by all that knew her and we know one day, we will see her again.

You are all in our prayers.

Hannah and Sheelagh Tittle

Reese & Kelly Freyer

March 10, 2005

Dear Craig and Jackie:



The loss of Ema is absolutely one of the biggest shocks to strike your family and ours. I am so sorry for the loss of your precious angel.



Sally called me and informed me of the situation and again, I am so sorry for what happened.



You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.



Your friends in GA,



Reese and Kelly

Dawn(Balaney)and Vincent Martelli, Jr.

March 9, 2005

We are so deeply sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, Ema. We pray for all of you during this terribly tragic time in your lives.

Rene Campe

March 9, 2005

Dear Jacki, Craig and family,

We extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of your precious, little girl. We hope that you can take some small comfort in the memories that you have of Ema and in the knowledge that she is safe in the care of God. We pray that Ema's spirit will help to lead you through this dark and difficult time. Please know that you are all in the thoughts and prayers of an entire community. Rene, Kevin and Grace Campe.

Norma Shilkus

March 9, 2005

Dear Jackie and Craig,

Words can't describe the deep sorrow I feel for you and your family. May you feel God's grace as He carries you through this sorrowful time.

I am praying for all of you,

Norma

Lauren & Lisa Annunziata

March 8, 2005

Dear Craig, Jacki, Jake & Aurelia,

I have sympothy for you all and pray for you often. Even though Ema is gone she is still right by our side. She is in a better place now and that's what counts the most. I am sorry for your, & my loss.

The Hipskind's

March 8, 2005

It is impossible to put into words what you are feeling. We can only pray for all of your family and the memory of Ema will be of the joy she brought into this world.

Paul Winsauer

March 8, 2005

Craig - I express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I do not know the circumstances, but I am certain you and your family will find the comfort and understanding that Ema will always be a part of your life. For all those whose life she touched, they have been blessed in some way.



Hearfelt Regards,

Paul

STEVE AND FRAN ANNUNZIATA

March 7, 2005

TO CRAIG AND FAMILY, OUR PRAYERS

ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Vikki Bartlett

March 6, 2005

My heartfelt and deepest sympathy goes out to you. Ema was a beautiful, cheerful little girl who will be greatly missed by the entire community. I pray that your family has the strength and courage to cope with Ema's passing from this earth. Yours in faith, Vikki

Avery Frain

March 6, 2005

I will always remember your beautiful face run out for recess at school.You were very kind.Now you are in a better place in Heaven with Jesus.I will miss you and hope I can help comfort your family in their loss.

Beth Kluge

March 5, 2005

My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of grief and sorrow. I know our lives have shared one simple thing a place to hang our hats...I heard of your great loss of Ema and wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you, Jackie and your family at this time of great sorrow....



God bless you and your family,



Beth & Alex Kluge

Carmen Claps

March 5, 2005

No words could ever express the sorrow I felt for the Annunziata family on this sad day.

lucile-balaney andjohn armstrong

March 5, 2005

you are all in our prayers during these difficult times.........

Mary Lou (Balaney) and Doug Spellman

March 5, 2005

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter, Ema. We pray you find the strength you need to get through these difficult times. Our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.

Robert McCann

March 5, 2005

Dear Craig & Jackie We hope and pray that God will see you through the loss of Ema, and we know that she will be watching over you and your family.

Uncle Bob and Aunt Marie

Pamela Valentino

March 5, 2005

To Jacki and Craig---



The Conversaton of a Hug



I stand in a long line, full of trepidation.

What will I say, what will you do.

As I approach, my heart beats faster, my eyes swell with tears.

Our eyes engage and instantly I can see into the recesses of your soul.

No words are needed, none shall pass between us.

As we embrace, I feel your profound love for her with every fiber of my being.

I hold onto you tightly to keep you from falling into the depths of despair.

It is but a moment, yet an eternity, in which we pour out our emotions to one another.

I am reluctant to separate but so many others are waiting...

I walk away transformed, forever changed by the conversation of a hug.



With love and prayers,



Pam

The D'Onofrio's

March 4, 2005

Our family was heartbroken to learn about the loss of your daughter, Ema. Our prayers and blessings are with Ema and your entire family during this very difficult time. May you find strength in our Lord to celebrate Ema's life and know that she is in the prayers of all your friends and neighbors. May God Bless you All!

Brian & Anna Maria Wydajewski and Family

March 4, 2005

Dear Craig, Jacki, Jake & Aurelia,

If only words could offer some measure of comfort to you and your family... We are incredibly saddened to hear of the loss of your Precious Ema, and offer our love and our prayers to all who knew and loved her. Her radiant smile will be greatly missed here on earth - but her light will now shine down from above. May her spirit live on in all of you! God Bless you and your family through this difficult journey.

Missy Brock

March 4, 2005

Words can not express the sadness I felt when I heard of Emas passing. You are such a special family to us and we miss you all every day. I will always remember Ema smiling and her beautiful blonde curls. She is now home with God and she is looking down upon us all. Ema will never be far away from us and she has now joined the angels in Heaven. Jacki, our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. You are family and are so loved by us. May you find Gods peace and now that it is all in His plan.

Joseph & Joann Annunziata

March 4, 2005

Emma is my grandchild and I pray that Craig and Jacki will receive the peace of the Lord to help them through this horrible time of their lives.

Ann Annunziata

March 4, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nicole Plemons

March 4, 2005

Dear Craig, Jacki, Jake & Bia:



You are all so lucky to have been blessed with such a beautiful daughter and sister. May the memories that you hold for one another give you all the strength to get through this difficult time. The love that you all share with each other will be the threshold of this very sad time. There are many people that you can call upon for absolutely anything. God Bless you and your family!

Mary Czekajlo

March 4, 2005

Craig,Jacki,Jake,Aurelia

No words can begin to tell of the sadness we all feel, for the lost of such a shining star. Ema may be gone from this world but her light will shine on forever in the hearts and memories for all those who knew her. Please know you not alone at this difficult time, we are here with our prayers and if there is anything we can do, please let us know. Ema was lucky to have such a wonderful and loving family. She will be forever missed but always remembered.

With all our hearts

Frank Mary Czekajlo

Julie Kemnitz

March 4, 2005

Dear Annunziata Family,

I was heartsick when I heard the news of your dear daughter's passing. My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all. Take care and God Bless,

Julie Kemnitz

Darlene Brown

March 4, 2005

Dear Annunziata Family,



May you find comfort in knowing that caring thoughts and my deepest sympathy are with you.



God Bless,

Tish IntVeldt

March 4, 2005

Craig and family,

I was very saddened to hear about the loss of your daughter, Ema.

My prayers and blessings are with you and your family during this difficult time. As you find the courage and strength to continue on,

know that your family now has their own guardian angel watching over you.

Jan Nielsen Klosky

March 4, 2005

How very sad to hear of this news and your uspeakable loss. It sounds like Ema was very happy and was so adorable. I grew up many years ago living next to Jackie and while years have passed, memories and a fondness for the Haderleins is forever. May God bless you all and help in your healing.

Theresa Solomon

March 4, 2005

Jacki,Craig,Jake,&Bia,

I have been so fortuante and blessed to have taught each of these wonderful children. Ema is an angle that walked this earth and we are all so fortunate to have witnessed her wonderful smile, the twinkle in her beautiful blue eyes, and kind spirit to all who crossed her path. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you for now and forever.

Our deepest sympathies and love,

Theresa, Andy, Maddie, and Chloe Solomon

Anne Peters

March 4, 2005

Annunziata Family,

You do not know me, but I am very good friends with your cousin Sue Portuese. She called me yesterday and told me of Ema's passing. I was very saddened to hear about Ema. While there can be no words to express how you must feel, please know that our family is thinking about you and will keep you in our prayers for a long time to come. I am also a member of St. James Church, so please know that the entire parish community will be praying for you. May God bless you and give you the strength to carry on.

Our deepest sympathies,

Anne & Mike Peters

Candice Randolph

March 4, 2005

The Annunziata Family,

I was very saddened to hear about the loss of Ema. No words can express what you are going through and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Jim and Suzanne Nugent

March 4, 2005

Our family was deeply saddened to hear of Ema's death. We ask God, in all His wisdom, to help you as you travel down this road. May Ema continue to guide you as you remain strengthened by her courage, inspired by her faith, and united by her love. God Bless you all

Janice Pedro

March 4, 2005

I am so sorry for your families loss. Please know that you and your family are in many prayers and thoughts.

Marilyn Briggs

March 4, 2005

Jacki, Craig, Bia and Jake,

Our hearts are heavy with sadess today as we try to accept the news of Ema's passing. She was such a bright light in this world. The thing I will always remember about Ema is that she was ALWAYS smiling and happy. She was blessed to have such a wonderful family filled with happiness and love. May God bless and keep all of you in his loving care as you try and find the strength to go on without her. Please know that we are praying for you. Heaven now has a most precious angel who will watch over you always.

With Our Love and Deepest Sympathy,

Roger, Marilyn and Adam Briggs

Shelly Scinto

March 4, 2005

Jackie -- I don't know if you will remember me from the Bar/Bri LSAT review course that we both took while working at Mayer Brown & Platt, but your cousin, John Haderlein, was kind enough to let me know of Ema's passing. How tragic for you, your husband and your children!! My heartfelt sympathies go out to all of you. I am unable to attend the wake this evening, but I want you to know that I will be praying for all of you and especially for Ema. Shelly

Maggie, Ema <3, MC, Bea, Kat, and Laura

March 4, 2005

Tom & Debra Discher

March 3, 2005

At this time when words can do nothing more than relay our hopes to be of some comfort, please know that Ema's entire family is in our thoughts and in our heartfealt prayers. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. We are so very sorry for the loss of your Angel.

Ema Enjoying Life

Gary Annunziata

March 3, 2005

We are deeply saddened by the news of Ema's departure to heaven. God has certainly asked for another angel to be at his side. Ema was blessed to have Jackie,Craig,Jake and Aurelia. No family could have given more love or attention. We pray for their strength to go on and for Ema's new job as our top angel in heaven. The picture of Ema was taken in Rancho Mirage California as Ema was enjoying her uncles and cousins in the swimming pool. We will forever miss the kind,sweet,beautiful girl that filled so many hearts with so much happiness and love.

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