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Esther Menick Obituary

Menick, Esther "Bunny" nee Hasterock, 83, passed away peacefully on February 28th in Henderson, Nevada. Beloved wife of the late Joseph, CPD. Loving mother of Joan (Ken) Kolman, Paulette (Terry Buckley) and Joseph "Jay" Menick. Cherished grandmother of Kristine, Ken (Dawn), Kathleen and Kevin Kolman. Proud great-grandmother of Justin, Tyler, Jacob and Joshua. Married for forty-five years, enjoyed bowling and working (20 years) as an usher at Wrigley Field. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge, Friday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to St. Paul of the Cross Church. Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated for Alzheimers or Breast Cancer. For info 847-685-1002.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 4, 2011.

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Judy Ciez

February 20, 2024

Bunny, I never did give you the box of Fannie May candy that I intended to do for the kindness you extended to me and my family for babysitting my young children so we could attend my Grandmother's funeral January 1972, without worry. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.

Judy (Wagner) Ciez

Danielle Alexa

March 8, 2011

My deepest sympathy to your family. It's been a few years since I saw Bunny, but I have many fond memories of working with her at Wrigley. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Louise Pelc

March 4, 2011

Joan, Paulette and Jay, Extending my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and praying that your faith will give you strength in this sad time. Your mother & my mother bowled together back in the days. Sincerely,

Cheryl Hanssen`

March 4, 2011

Grandma Bunny will be missed.. She was a sweet loving gentle and kind lady.. It was an honor to have known here..
I will keep your family in my Prayers..
Blessings and Love

Kitty Pabich

March 4, 2011

Joanie, Paulette & Jay: Your Mom was a very special, loving person. I am glad that we all share in great memories from our early years. My love to you all!

Jean Borgardt-Koskosky

March 4, 2011

My prayers are with you and your family. I remember growing up down the block from your family. Your mother was a sweet, wonderful and kind person. Cherish the memories.

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