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Kathleen O'Toole Obituary

O'Toole, Kathleen (nee Sullivan), originally from Connemara, Ireland, beloved wife of James, loving mother of Tom (Nong), John (Charmaine), Mary K. (Willy) and the late Seamus, grandmother to Shannon, Sean, Nevin, and Kyra, good friend to many. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Barr Funeral Home, 6222 N. Broadway, Chicago. Funeral leaving Monday, 9:30 for 10 a.m. Mass at St. Gertrude Church. Interment St. Henry Cemetery, Ridge & Devon Aves, Chicago. In lieu of flowers, donations to Care For Real appreciated. For information, call 773-743-4034 or sign the guestbook at www.BarrFuneralHome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 27, 2008.

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Kathleen Griffin Vaughan

January 14, 2009

Dear jimmy and family,
Aunt kate will always be in our thoughts. She was so good to us when we visited Chicago many years ago and will be sadly missed by all.
Kathleen (griffin) and David, lettermore, ireland.

chris Murray

January 3, 2009

Dear Jimmy,Tom,Jonhny,Mary-Kate and Sean I was so sadddened to hear of Kathleen passing .i have wonderful memories of your loving mother and wife.my thoughts are with you at this sad time

chris Murray

January 3, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

The Ahern's Chicago, Skokie, Glenview

January 2, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Jeffery (Jody) McGregor

January 2, 2009

Mary Kay and The O'Toole Family,

May you see God's light on the path ahead
When the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear,
Even in your hour of sorrow,
The gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness
Never turn your heart to stone,
May you always remember
when the shadows fall—
You do not walk alone.

An Irish Prayer

Mary Hickey & Family

January 1, 2009

Dear O'toole Family:

Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Kathleen was a wonderful person. Your family will be in our prayers.

Fr. Ed Pelrine

January 1, 2009

My sympathy to all your family at this terrible loss. Kathleen was a wonderful, faith-filled woman who was always a joy to be with. I have pictures of your mother, Pat Conway, and Mary Heidkamp at my First Mass at St. gertrude's 8 years ago. How they will all be missed. I have offered mass for your mother, and you all remain in my prayers. God bless you.

Theresa Walsh

December 30, 2008

Mary Kay,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I will miss your mom's kind gentle smile and how her eyes sparkled when she laughed.

Joseph Tunney USN, retired

December 30, 2008

My deepest sympathy goes to the O'Toole family, she will be missed and fondly remembered.

Mark Signa

December 29, 2008

To the O'Toole family, Kathleen will be missed by everyone whos' lives she touched. I'll never forget her wonderful smile. My heart goes out to all of the family during this holiday season.

John & Terri Resch

December 29, 2008

Our prayers are with the entire O'Toole clan at this time. Kathleen rests in peace with those who have gone before her. All of St. Gertrude's is at a loss.

Maureen Shakeshaft

December 28, 2008

Jimmy, Tommy, Johnnie & Mary Kay & Sean,
We LOVED your Mom (& grandma)and have the best memories of her. My parents loved her so much - now they see each other in heaven. Your Mom was always so good to us growing up - we loved coming to your house in the city. I will miss her. Please call me anytime. God bless each of you and comfort all of you in your loss. Love, Maureen (McGrath) Shakeshaft & family.

Rose Nugent

December 28, 2008

Dear James & Family,

You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of Kathleen.

So sorry I can't be with you because I'm in New Jersey.

My prayers are always with you.

Love

Mark Magruder

December 27, 2008

To the O'Toole Family

We are deeply saddend about the passing of Kathleen.

I was always a joy to see her. She never had a negative thing to say and always brought a smile to my soul and day.

She will be missed and always remembered.

Mark and Caroline Magruder, Hartford, WI

Ken & Jen LaQuaglia

December 27, 2008

John,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the love and peace of God be with you during this difficult time.

Your Friends,

Ken & Jen LaQuaglia

Jim Egan

December 27, 2008

She as a wonderful person and cared greatly for the hearts and souls of those close to her. I loved her brogue.

Tony & Tina Lipinski

December 27, 2008

John,
My condolences to you and your family. So tragic and sad. But she is in a better place in Heaven reunited with others that have gone before her. She is at peace. I will pass the word on to friends.

Pete & Sharon Swoboda

December 27, 2008

Tom & Family,
Both Sharon & I are sorry for your loss. We all know that your mom is at that special place in Heaven.

Fr Karl Langsdorf

December 27, 2008

Jimmy,
I am out of town for Christmas. I read the death notice. Kathleen was a great lady a good friend of the St Patrick Fathers for many years. I regret I cannot be at her Funeral. To you and your family my sincere sympathies and prayers at this time.

Karl

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