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Katherine Mastronardi Obituary

Mastronardi, Katherine "Kay" 80, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning in her home, after a short illness. She was surrounded by her loving family. Katherine was born January 29, 1937, to Mary (Bahoric) and Matt Tomasich. She was a devoted wife of 45 years to the late Anthony Mastronardi; loving mother to daughters Maria and Katrina and son Matthew; adoring sister to Rose Tomasich, the late Gloria (Ruzich), and the late Violet Tomasich; beloved aunt to her nieces and nephews and cherished friend to many. A stay-at-home mother until her children approached high school age, Kay returned to work at the American Bar Association, where she retired in 2010 after over 30 years of service. Katherine will be remembered for her delicious cooking, gentle grace, kind spirit, and selfless devotion to family. Visitation Monday, June 19, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. DIRECTLY at St. George Church (96 th St. and Ewing Ave., Chicago). Interment private. Arrangements by Kompare Funeral Home, Chicago, IL. (773) 768-8800.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 17, 2017.

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June 20, 2018

Rose !
Are you the only one left of the family ?
I am so sorry.
I know you will miss her.
Thinking of you !
Your old friend Meg

July 7, 2017

I shall miss my darling and kind friend K every day forthcoming. My sorrow to the family. I wish to share that K was ever so understanding, caring, and supportive of whatever one encountering adversities, she was in my corner. The beautiful soul, I miss you terribly. Zorka Kelly

Mary Ewert

June 21, 2017

Dear Maria, Matt and Katrina,
I am so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. Kay was such a sweet, positive person. I looked forward to seeing her at work every day. I especially remember that her pearls were a regular part of her ABA wardrobe. I thought that was such a nice idea, and she inspired me to wear pearls. I am sure you all have fond memories of Kay, and those memories will sustain you.

Virginia Jones

June 20, 2017

I am sorry for your loss. Kay was truly a wonderful person and friend. Sending continued blessings to the Mastronardi family!

Bryon Downing

June 17, 2017

I am sorry for your loss Katherine "Tootsie" was always a very kind and gentle person to me. As an Aunt to my loving wife Suzanne(Ruzich), she provided comfort and guidance.
Bryon Downing

June 17, 2017

I am so sorry for your lost. May you find comfort in the God of all comfort because he cares for you. 1Peter 5:6-7.

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