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Joan O'Malley Obituary

O'Malley, Joan (nee Miska), age 73. Beloved wife of John "Duke" ret. CFD. Devoted mother of Patrick (Mary Susan), Kathy (Keith) Kobiernicki, Erin (Robin) Johnson, Colleen (Jerry) Granato, Maureen (Matt) McGrail and Kerrie McAvoy. Loving grandmother of 16. Dear sister of Patricia (Frank) Kennedy and Marjorie (Jim) Dowling. Dearest sister-in-law of Dennis and Joan O'Malley, Eileen and Mike Casey, Tom and Mary Jo O'Malley, and the late Pat Wojcik. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Joan was a former Past President of St. Rita. H.S. Mother's Club. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 9 PM at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Wednesday 8 AM from the funeral home to St. Symphorosa Church for 930 AM Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 13 to Sep. 14, 2010.

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September 18, 2010

WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME.

TOM AND PATTI AND THOMAS RACE JR. AND JOAN RACE.

September 18, 2010

Dear Duke,

We heard about the loss of your wife, Joan and wish to extend our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family..

Buzz Clarke, Larry McMahon, Pat Diggins, Solly and Joe Pascuito

God Bless All

Tricia Marchert

September 17, 2010

Maureen, Kerrie and family,

I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. While I only had the pleasure of meeting her one time, it is obvious by the kind and caring ladies that you both are that she was a wonderful mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless

Colleen and Curt Ford

September 15, 2010

Kathy, Maureen and the rest of the O'Malley family, Sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with you

Geraldine Winters

September 15, 2010

Dear O'Malley's
So sorry for the loss of your mother. I have fond memories of many fun days spent at your home. May your memories bring you comfort and peace.

Steven & Myshell Wallace

September 15, 2010

To The O'Malley Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your memories of your mother bring you and Your family comfort.

September 15, 2010

To The O'Malley Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort.

Nancy Shallow
Gleneagles Country Club

Susie Kennedy-Malagoli

September 14, 2010

Dear Uncle Duke and family

I am so sorry to hear about Auntie Joan. I have fond memories of her from my childhood. My prayers are with you.

September 14, 2010

my prayers are with you duke. jack(edge)kowalsky

Kristine Williams

September 14, 2010

Pat and family - I am so sorry to hear of the loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With sincere symphathy,
Kristine Williams, Chicago, IL

Mark Aguilar

September 14, 2010

Dear O'Malley Family,
We here At Nativity of Our Lord Knights Of Columbus send our Deepest Sympathy on the passing of Mrs Joan O'Malley. She will be in our Prayers always.
Sincerely,
Nativity Of Our Lord KofC Council #14172

Jim Duffy

September 14, 2010

Duke, I am sorry to hear of the loss of Joan. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely, Jim Duffy and Family

John Allen

September 14, 2010

Duke and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife and mother. You have my sincerest condolences.

Joe D

September 14, 2010

I read the article about Joan O'Malley in the Southtown. I don't know here just what I read of her. It sounds like she left the world a better place then when she got here. The article about Joan brightened my day. Thank you Joan.

September 14, 2010

We are very sorry for your loss.
Bill & Eleanor Sweeney & Rose Kowalski

David Gaidas and Family

September 14, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Linda Tinoly

September 14, 2010

Maureen and Family:
Our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. I feel I know your mother by the type of wonderful woman, mother, sister, friend you are. Take comfort in your happy memories during these difficult days. With Love and understanding.

September 13, 2010

kathy%keith i saw your mom"s obit in the wisc. paper i am so so sorry my deepest regards to your family.

laverne

oshkosh wis

Tina Blankenship

September 13, 2010

Maureen,
Will and I were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your Mother. Losing a parent is extremely hard, may your memories bring you some comfort in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bud&Linda Ehrhardt

September 13, 2010

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Margaret Majder

September 13, 2010

To the O'Malley Family our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Duane Landmeier

September 13, 2010

Duke,
I send my condolences to you and your family from my family. I always think of you from time to time.It is a pleasure visiting with you when I see you. Take care. God Bless. Duane Landmeier

Tracey Quinn

September 13, 2010

Pat and family, I am so saddened by the loss of a wonderful woman, your mom, Joan. I met her many years ago and she was always kind and welcoming to me, therefore, I am sure she was that way with everyone. The world is a little bit darker today. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.
Tracey Quinn and family

September 13, 2010

Pat, You and your family have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Sister, Our prayers are with you...I will notify Denise asap. Darlene Morici, Naperville, IL

Lory Davidson

September 13, 2010

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about your mom, my thoughs and pryaers are with you and your family!

Mary Winters

September 13, 2010

Kathy,

I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. If there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to call.

Mike and Laurie Dust

September 13, 2010

Pat & Mary, We were so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. We will keep you and your family in our thougths and prayers.

September 13, 2010

To Duke and Family - My deepest sympathy on the loss of Joan.
Sincerely, Lenny Michalski (Fish Tales Fishing Club)

Mark and JoAnne Labiak

September 13, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I know EXACTLY how you feel. I know the emptiness you feel. Your mom was a wonderful person and that shows clearly through the children she raised. You are such a thoughtful and caring person... she shines through you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Donna Giovannetti

September 13, 2010

My deepest sympathy during this difficult time.

Pat, A Young, Sean and Amanda O'Malley

September 13, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with Aunt Joan, Uncle Duke and family. God Bless

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