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Karen Ueda Obituary

Ueda, Karen A. (Ross) 63, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2013. She was born October 13, 1950, to parents, Robert and Elizabth Ross. Beloved wife to Dana Ueda; loving mother to Rebecca (John) Janeteas, Justin (Patsy Krass), Kayla Ueda. Karen is survived by her mother, Elizabeth; sister, Laura (John) Kemic; nephew, John Michael; niece, Ingrid; brother, Robert (Mary Ann Bocci) Ross; nephew, Eric; and her grandchildren, Catherine, Johnny T., Natalie and Vincent. A private memorial service will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Mchenry, IL.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 17, 2013.

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See you later "Chickie".

Dana Ueda

May 31, 2013

I want to thank everyone for thier kind words and memories.Karen touched the live of many people and they all remember her as kind and funny.Always ready with a funny story or more than willing to go out of her way to help someone.She will be missed by many.

May 29, 2013

Michael Pontone

May 28, 2013

I am so sorry to learn about Karen's passing. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out for her and the Ueda/Smith family. She was a wonderful co-worker and made the office a great place to be. I'll miss miss her deeply.

May 23, 2013

From Rodman to Man I enjoyed working with Karen, she was always an easy going, fun loving person. She will be missed by so many. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Beth DeKoster

Sarah O'Neill

May 22, 2013

I was at a loss when I heard the sad news that Karen had passed. I worked with Karen for many years and considered her not my co-worker but friend. She was a great lady and know she will be missed by all her knew her.

Dan Obudzinski

May 22, 2013

My deepest sympathy goes to you and your family in the loss of your loved one. May our gracious God bring you peace.

May 21, 2013

We were very sorry to hear of Karen's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you, Becky and the rest of the family at this time. May you find strength in your family's love.

Jana, John and Kevin Rudis

Kayla Ueda

May 20, 2013

Thank you all for your heartfelt messages she will be missed by all. Love you mom

Northrop Grumman Field Engineering

May 20, 2013

Our condolences on the loss of your loved one.

May 19, 2013

Carolyn Mitchell

May 17, 2013

My heart goes out to Karen's family and friends in your time of sorrow. I worked with Karen for many years. She could always make you laugh no matter what type of day you were having. The world is a better place because of her. May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

Helen Craig

May 17, 2013

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.

Daniel Caputo

May 17, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Karen's family and friends...I worked with Karen for many years and considered her a friend. She will be missed so very much and thought of often.

Mark Peppin

May 17, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Karen's family. I had the pleasure of working with Karen for 9 years. I considered her a close friend and am deeply saddened by this news.

May 17, 2013

Our condolences to your family. May she rest in peace. Guy R. Youman and Patricia Sprovieri

May 17, 2013

May you draw close to God in prayer and find comfort in reading his Word.

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