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Kathleen Downs Obituary

Downs, Kathleen T. (nee Bell) 93, Native of Crossgar, Co. Down, Northern Ireland. Beloved daughter of the late Samuel and Ellen Bell. Loving and devoted wife of the late John J. Downs. Treasured mother of Maureen (Frank) Foster, Kathleen (Michael) Hughes, Eileen (James) Byrne, Margie (John) Griffin, Michael (Anne) Downs, Sheila (Richard) Hayes and Dennis (Michelle) Downs. Cherished "Nanie" of 23 grandchildren and "Nana Kate" of l5 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her 10 siblings: Thomas (Mary) Bell, Hugh Bell, Annie (Jimmy) McArdle, James (Dorothy) Bell, Susan Bell, Samuel (Sis) Bell, John (Eileen) Bell, Joseph (Jane) Bell, Eileen Wilson and Dennis Bell. Much loved sister-in-law of Raymond (the late Kay) Downs, Julie (the late Thomas), the late Joseph (Adelaide) Downs and Mabel (Thomas) Nolan. Kate leaves many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation Wednesday 4-9 pm and Thursday 9:30 a.m. until Mass of the Resurrection 10:00 a.m. at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 8300 South Kostner, Chicago. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Our mother touched so many lives. She was the source of dignity, morality, faith, love, and family values for us, and we miss her already. She truly was our "Star of the County Down". In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Society of the Little Flower, 1313 N. Frontage Rd., Darien, Illinois 60561. 708-857-7878 www.sheehyfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 24, 2013.

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December 3, 2013

My Aunt Kate, I am wishing you a Happy Birthday there in heaven with John and your siblings..I miss you, I hear you everytime I talk to my cousins, for you are inside their hearts...I am grateful to be your niece, I love you and HAPPY BIRTHDAY MS. KATE

Kerry & Liza and Family Maca

September 28, 2013

My Heart and prayers are with you Dennis,Mike and your entire FAMILY'S.So Sorry and sorry I missed the celebration of your MOM'S life.Your MOM is with you all.God Bless all of you.

Colleen Dangoia

September 27, 2013

To the entire Downs family,
I know my dad had open arms when he saw his favorite aunt join him in heaven. My you all smile when you recall all the wonderful memories she left you!!!!! All my love, Colleen Dangoia (formerly Bell, DeDe's youngest daughter)

Marge Cochrane

September 26, 2013

Kathy,
Deepest condolences on the loss of your mom. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.

Marge C.

Patricia Danaher

September 25, 2013

Dear Margie:
I'm so sorry I am unable to get into the city to express my condolences in person. Your mom was a warm and generous person. You and your sisters and brothers are a living legacy of both your parents. You are all in my prayers.

Tracy Dineen-Jones

September 25, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss Marge. My prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.

September 25, 2013

We are so sorry that you lost your mother, Marge. You have had too much. We love you. Waverley and Brendan Griffin

Cindy Kelly

September 25, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Downs' death. My prayers are with her children and their families.

DWM Central Dispatch E.C.D.'S

September 24, 2013

Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Kathleen Downs May God rest you soul and ease the pain of the loss to the people that surrounded you life Godspeed

September 24, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I'll remember her and all of you in my prayers.
Rie McGarry

Cecilia Tecza

September 24, 2013

Sincerest condolences to your family. Sending lots of prayers your way. May she rest in peace.

Terry Vorrier

September 24, 2013

Kathy:

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

September 24, 2013

Kathy:
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry Vorrier

Nancy Zegler-Stephenson

September 24, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Susan Hughes-Peterson

September 24, 2013

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Prayers for your family and strength in the days ahead.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

September 24, 2013

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Kathleen will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 27 OCT, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

September 24, 2013

My love and prayers to all. Wish I could be there to give sweet Aunt Kitty a kiss good-bye

Patricia Novotny

September 24, 2013

So sorry to hear about your mother. She was a terrific lady and will be truly missed by all. My prayers are with all of you.

September 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. She was so wonderful to me always. My love to all.
Kelly McElhaney

September 24, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she be in peace.
Love The Doris Family

Petrina Bell

September 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.May the God of all comfort be with you during this time of great sorrow.

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Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

St. Bede the Venerable Church

8300 South Kostner, Chicago, IL

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Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

St. Bede the Venerable Church

8300 South Kostner, Chicago, IL

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26

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Bede the Venerable Church

8300 South Kostner, Chicago, IL

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