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Helen Tighe Obituary

Tighe, Helen I. age 70, of Glen Ellyn, loving wife of Joseph E., dear mother of Helen Mary Tighe, Joseph E. (Katherine) and John (Kristie), fond grandmother of four, beloved sister of William (Diane) Buchanan, also survived by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday, 5 to 9 p.m. at the Leonard Memorial Home, Ltd., 565 Duane St., Glen Ellyn. Funeral Mass Wednesday, 10 a.m., at St. Petronille Catholic Church, Glen Ellyn. Interment St. Michael Cemetery, Wheaton. In lieu of flowers, contributions to American Cancer Society appreciated. Info: 630-469-0032.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 29, 2004.

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Denise Burke

March 29, 2004

My deepest sympathies to Helen's husband and her family. I was one of her Jazzercise instructors at Commerce Plaza for a few years. Helen never missed a class. When she became ill, it just wasn't the same. I always enjoyed visiting with her before and after class, and hearing about the latest book she was reading. She was a special lady. I feel very fortunate to have known her.

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