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Irene Reed Obituary

Reed, Irene E. (nee Kavois), beloved wife of the late Raymond Reed, loving mother of Renee (Howard) Tucker, Richard and Diane, dear grandmother of Scott DeCourcey, Traci (Jason) Bolda and Angela Reed, devoted sister of Erma (Jim) Ficht and the late Franklin and Alex Kavois, cherished aunt and great-aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral service Monday, 10 a.m., at Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Rd., (5500W). Interment Willow Hills Cemetery. Funeral info: 708-636-2320

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 25, 2004.

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July 30, 2015

As the years pass by, I know you are still watching over our family. I only wish my lil girl could've met you, she would've given you so many smiles and laughs. She has so much spunk and a lot of personality. I do tell her all the time about how special my Gram was. The kindest soul she would've ever known. Although I do look back when she was an infant and I would be holding her late at night and she would be staring at the wall and then just start smiling, and I do believe it was you she was looking at and it just melted my heart. I did tell you "Hi Gram" and then said "ok now your scaring me" (lol) after she did it a few times. I do wish you would come back so I could see her zoning off and just smiling at the wall again and I could say "Hi" and let her know, that's you and to just know that you are still there. You kept us all grounded in this family and god do I miss our talks and hugs! I love you to the moon and back Gram. Please keep watch over my lil girl for me when I am not around her. I know you are her guardian angel and it puts my mind at ease! I Love you and miss you

T.

April 24, 2006

These have been the hardest 3 years of my life without you. I know you are watching over me, and you are my guardian angel but selfishly that's not enough. People use to tell me it gets better as time goes by. But I still hurt the same as I did the day you left me. I love you so much and miss you tremendously.

Ashley

August 23, 2004

Its been 4 months to the date, and it happens to be my first day of my 4 years of high school. I miss you lots Aunt Irene, and when I get my wings i'm coming to see you!!!

LYL and miss you dearly!!!

Ashley Aardsma

July 9, 2004

Its been about 2 and a half months, and its still very hard for me. You were such an influence on me and you will always be a part of me. I will forever remember all the trips we went on! There are certain songs that i hear that make me really think about you. I will love you forever and for always! I love you!!!!

Traci Bolda

May 18, 2004

In Loving Memory of my Gram!! You are the most loving, caring, giving and strongest woman I'll ever know. You have made me into the person that I am today and I want to say "Thank You". Thank you for all the lessons you have taught me and the unconditional love you gave me. And Thank You for all the memories that I cherish everyday. "Thank You for everything" I miss so much and you will always have a piece of my heart. I'm not going to say good bye because I still talk to you everyday, and I know you are still around and watching all of us (you are our angel)... I Love You Gram and I'll be talking with you..

(smooches)

diane reed

May 7, 2004

In loving memory of my mother, my best friend. You are the most loving and caring person I have ever known. You always thought of others before yourself. You have influenced my life in so many ways. I have been truly blessed to have you for my mother. Not a day will go by without me missing you and remembering another memory of you. I know you are surrounded by your angels now and brighting their lives as much as did ours. I miss you mom, you will be in my heart forever. I love you.

Jen Rada

April 28, 2004

I love you sooooo much and i always will! I miss you so much! I love you Aunt Irene!

Angela Reed

April 28, 2004

Gram,

I love you and miss you with all of my heart.

Ang

Joan Rispoli

April 28, 2004

In loving memory of my dearest friend, Irene. The whole Rispoli family extends their deepest condolences to the Reed Family on their profound loss. She was truly one of the kindest, most caring and generous souls God ever created and will be missed by so many people.

We had such a close and wonderful friendship that will personally leave a big void in my life for she was more than just a friend, she was family. She will forever live on in my heart, thoughts and prayers for she was deeply loved. Our love and prayers are with the entire family at this very difficult time.

Ursula Dubrick

April 28, 2004

To Renee and her family. I offer my sincerest condolences to you on the loss of your mom, Irene. I did not know her very long, but the short time I was fortunate enough to know her, she enriched my life with her kindness. I will miss her.

Ashley Aardsma

April 27, 2004

I luv you soooo much Aunt Irene! I miss you soooo much and I know I'm not goin to see you for a while, but im still going to talk to you through pray until then and I'll see you in heaven one day! Luv you lots and lots

*muah* luv you xoxoxox



I luv you Traci, Jason, Dee, Renee, Howard, Ang, Bill, and all my other family members that went through this terrible loss!

GEORGE H. MYERS

April 27, 2004

TO IRENE'S FAMILY:

On behalf of my family, I want to thank Irene "for all of the great memories", your mother will be missed.

George H. Myers, or as your mother call me and my two brothers, Ronald and Stewart, aka "HUEY, DWEY AND LOUIE.

TAKE CAR, GOD BLESS, LOVE TO YOU ALL.

GEORGE

Renee Tucker

April 27, 2004

In loving memory of my mother, who always thought of others before herself and lived to love and care for her family and friends. You'll always be with us in our hearts, Mom. You're this family's greatest blessing. I love you.

Rich Helberg

April 27, 2004

Please accept my sincerest condolences during this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts go out to Irene's family. I'm sorry that I was not able to attend the services, but Irene will always be remembered by me as a wonderful and kind cousin.

Elaine Olson

April 25, 2004

Our deepest Christian sympathy is extended to Erma Ficht & your family in the loss of your dear sister Irene.

Ken & Gayle Shrake

April 25, 2004

Please accept our sincerest condolences as you go through this difficult time. Our hearts, prayers, and thoughts go out to you and your family.

Stephanie, Bill & Jill Sick

April 25, 2004

Dear Renee and Family, we wish to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother. We share your personal grief and want you know you are in our toughts and prayers.

Ellen Aardsma

April 25, 2004

Aunt Irene you will always be in my heart and I will truly miss you. I love you!!

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