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Kathleen McKee Obituary

McKee, Kathleen A. age 77 of Wilmette. Beloved wife of Ralph J. McKee, loving mother of Steve (Yvonne), Diane McKee-Atkinson, Tom (Mary), Kevin (Christine), Brian (Liz), Shelley (Dan) Cain and the late Ralph "Chip", devoted grandmother of Erin, Matt, Ben, Maureen, Ralph III, Katie, Tom Jr., Keara, Samantha, Emily, Madeline, Brian Jr., Nicole, Danny, Michael and Andrew, great-grandmother of Joseph, Hunter and Matthew, loving sister of Ralph (Mary) Shelley Jr., Patricia (George) McKee and John (Lescha) Shelley. Visitation Tuesday, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., from Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd., at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie, to St. Francis Xavier Church, 9th St. and Linden Ave., Wilmette, Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Vincent De Paul Society, c/o St. Francis Xavier Church, 524 9th St., Wilmette, IL 60091. Info: 847-675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 25 to Sep. 26, 2006.

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Jane Cordell

September 28, 2006

Dear Ralph and children, Jim Licata called us and told us that Kathleen had passed into eternal life last Saturday.We want to express our sympathy and let you know we will be praying for her soul and for the family during this time of grief.We have many years of memories with you and Kathleen in Wilmette.We are grateful for our good times with you and the "old gang" for so many years;our families growing up together as well as ourselves.God bless.
We love you,
Jim and Jane Cordell

Julie Pin

September 26, 2006

Dears Kevin, Brian and family,
The Licatas told me of your mother's passing. I remember her as such a kind and friendly person. She was always smiling. I know she will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Peace and solace to you,
Julie (Singleton) Pin

Donna & Shelly Flake

September 26, 2006

Dear Ralph & Family,
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to all of you with the passing of Kathleen. I am sure she will be greatly missed but she is at peace now.
Fondly,
Donna & Shelly Flake

Scott Schneider

September 26, 2006

Steve and Yvonne

Though it has been a long time since we have seen each other, I wanted to express my sympathy on the passing of your mother. Sheila and I will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Tom McWilliams

September 25, 2006

Tom,
Jo and I send our sincere c ondolences. Having lost my Dad at an early age, I know how hard it is. My Mom is 96 and I will feel a great loss when she goes. We will be praying for your Mom, you and your family. Tom & Jo McWilliams

Dan Quigley

September 25, 2006

Dear Tom,

Words cannot express the sympathy I have for you and your loved ones regarding the recent loss of your Mother, Kathleen. How hard it is to lose a parent and the grandparent to your children. My sincerest condolences Tom...May God Bless you and your family at this time of sorrow.

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