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Katherine Bracco Obituary

Bracco, Katherine C. "Kay" (nee Coughlin) Age 88, of Oak Park. Beloved wife of the late Michael M.; loving mother of Beth (John) Bonanno, Dennis (Colleen Kenney), Michael (Karen Connors), Lawrence (Jen Simpson), Martin (Beth), Steven (Susan), Robert (Diane), Meg (Greg) Liebreich, Peter (Melissa), Barbara Sipes and the late John Thomas Bracco; cherished grandmother of Nicki, Patrick, Erin and Eileen, Anthony, Daniel, Carly, Cami, Tanner, Alec and Audrey, Claire and Jack, Michael and Elizabeth, Anna, Michael and Sarah, Kevin, Celeste and Eddie, Senna, Sawyer, Stockton, Saoirse. Kay was preceded by her grandchildren: Eugene and Scout. Great-grandmother of Frankie, Santino, Vince and Nico; dear sister of Alice Coughlin and the late Mary (the late Al) Donnellan and Josephine (the late Howard) Stuker; fond aunt and great-aunt of many. Visitation Monday 3 to 9 p.m. at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St., Oak Park. Prayers Tuesday 9:15 a.m. to Ascension Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Private interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to: West Suburban P.A.D.S. or the St. Patrick's Residence are appreciated. Funeral info: 708-383-3191 or drechslerbrownwilliams.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 6, 2013.

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Marion Morrisey

October 8, 2013

Dear Bracco Family,
The entire Morrisey Family send their most deepest sympathy.

Kate Kinser

October 7, 2013

I knew Kay through our mutual involvement in interfaith education and related activities. I remember Kay's powerful comments at one of the "listening sessions" sponsors by a group of Catholic lawyers at various parishes concerning the abuse scandal. She was quite a presence and quite a gal. May her memory be a blessing.

October 7, 2013

Dear Cousins, We are deeply saddened by the loss of your mom. What a wonderful, vibrant, spiritual and loving woman. She will be missed.
With Love To All Of You,
Mary Corrado & Mariann Corrado Alongi & Family

Mary Jo Norton Ciuni

October 7, 2013

Dear Bracco family,

My sympathies to all of you on the passing of your matriarch. I do not use that term lightly. She was truly the linchpin of her large and wonderful family. She held you together through all the happy and sad times, and she and your dad continue to hold you in their arms from heaven.

October 7, 2013

Offering our sincerest condolences to the Bracco family for your loss. May the love of family, friends, and Gods promise to wipe the tears from your faces carry you through your grief.

October 7, 2013

Kay was a special cousin to the Lopardo Family,
she always included us in her celebrations to share with her wonderful family. You will be greatly missed. Thanks for adding so many wonderful children to the family tree.
Eleanor Lopardo

Maureen P. Walsh

October 7, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Bracco Family on the loss of your Mother,& Grandmother.
May she rest in peace with the knowledge of the beautiful Family that she raised.

debby donnellan

October 7, 2013

Do you remember Mike trying to move my Volvo around in the back yard, and he couldn't find reverse gear, so he had to keep going round and round in. circles. How Kay laughed! Love always, Debby. I'm so glad you're back together, forever.

Bonnie Farnon

October 7, 2013

Kay was a blessing to her own children and to the many children that became hers through her teaching and counsel. I learned so much from her, how to know kids better, how to laugh. G-d bless you, Kay and the wonderful family that will miss you so much.

October 6, 2013

When someone you love becomes a memory...
that memory becomes a 'treasure'!
With sympathy,
Nancy Stanczyk and Family (Pershing School)

Gertrude Gallagher

October 6, 2013

Dear Bracco children: I was so sorry to read about Kay. My husband and I knew Mike and Kay for many years beginning when they lived across from Brother Rice. I am just released from the hospital and George died last year so I regret not being able to see you personally. Make Kay proud all your lives! Gert & George Gallagher

Patty Stout-Whalen

October 6, 2013

Dear Bracco alley ralley neighbors, I am so sorry about the loss of your mother Kay. I remember her as a truly Christian woman who cared deeply for others in need. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Patty Stout-Whalen

Cathy Bracco

October 5, 2013

My Prayers and Sympathy to the
Bracco Family.
Kay was a wonderful person, she showed me so much love and kindness.....and to my children, Eugene and Anthony.
I will always remember how much she loved Christmas and her Home-----she had a plaque on the wall "Love One Another". She was full of the spirit of the Lord. May she rest in heavenly peace.

October 5, 2013

Kay welcomed us to Oak Park with loving arms and her great Irish charm when we moved from Minnesota in 1991. Out thoughts and prayers go out the entire Bracco Clan. Love, Bill, Maggie, Jack and Charlie Kilpatrick-Kenney

October 4, 2013

Dear Bracco Family, Sorry for your loss. Kay was beloved by so many. Hold tight your memories hugs to all of you. Love the Dan and Boyle Families

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