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Kathleen Wollscheid Obituary

Wollscheid, Kathleen M. Kathleen "Kathy" M. Wollscheid (nee Wilkening), of Countryside, passed away at home surrounded by her family and friends, and in the arms of her best friend and husband Gerald "Jerry" C., beloved mother of Karen Marie (Daniel) Gainor, Eric and Julie Anne, loving grandmother of Patrick and Thomas Gainor, devoted sister of Patrick Dennis (Joyce) Wilkening, Maureen (Jim) Toth, Michael (Sharon) Wilkening, Geri Wilkening, Darlene (Howard) Clemence, Terrence (Brenda) Wilkening and Neil Wilkening, dear aunt and great-aunt of many. Visitation 1 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Family and friends are asked to meet at The Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse Chapel, 1515 W. Ogden Ave., LaGrange Park, for visitation from 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass at 10 a.m., Thursday. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to The Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center at Loyola Medical Center, Maywood appreciated. Funeral Home Phone 708-352-6500.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 13 to May 14, 2008.

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Barb Meehan

May 27, 2008

Just wanted to let you know what a special lady Kathy was. She would be there for me if ever and whenever I needed her. Even in my pre-teenage years, she always made me feel special. When we had to share a bed for a few months, (boy, could she kick and punch.) we would get up and laugh about who got the best of who that night and the next night would be the "next round". But I loved her so much that I asked her to be my sponsor for Confirmation and I took her name for my Confirmation name. I even wore the "Green Dress and Hat" that night. She will always be a part of me. A part of all of us. She has touched so many lives without even trying.
I love you Gerry, Karen, Eric, Julie, Dan, Patrick and Thomas. Stay strong, and when you can't, remember we are all here for you.

Troy Hanke

May 27, 2008

I just wanted to let you know that although we were not there your family has been in our thoughts and prayers. I already miss Aunt Kathy and remember a time when I was toddler that her big hugs scared me. I also remember as time went on how I looked forward to those hugs.
I will always keep those special moments in my heart and mind.
Cammi, Jonny, Caysey, Brenna and myself all send our love and prayers to you and your family.
Troy

GERI WILKENING

May 16, 2008

I always thought there would be more time for visits, talks and just being together. You wanted to see my new apartment and I told you, you will, because I thought we had time.I was unaware of the little time we had.
Kathy, I love you and miss you.

Mary Jam

May 16, 2008

Dear Gerry,
As I saw the sunshine today, I thought of Kathy up there sending it down. It made me smile and reminded me that she's the one we can blame for putting me behind the wheel. At the age of 46 and 5 kids later, she decided it was about time for me to learn to drive. 24 years later and only 1 ticket! My husband will be forever grateful!

Lauren Wollscheid

May 16, 2008

I am very proud to have had Aunt Kathy in my life. I love her very much and I am going to miss her. She has touched all of us one way or another and I will say this, she is an inspiration to us all. Aunt Kathy will be missed but never forgotten.

Uncle Jerry, Karen, Eric, and Julie: I love all of you so much. You have been so amazing and strong. Know that I am thinking of you and praying.

Doug Greger

May 15, 2008

To The Wohlscheid Family,

It was a pleasure for my Mom and I to have known Mrs. Wohlscheid for as long as we did. You will all be inour thoughts and prayers.

Carol (Jamiolkowski) Edson

May 15, 2008

Dear Gerry, Karen, Eric, and Julie,
It was a priviledge to have known Kathy, and I am deeply grateful that I was given that chance during the time that we were neighbors with you. Although many years have passed since those happy times, I can still feel the wit and wisdom of Kathy's presence resonate within my memories even now. She is a woman that once met, can never be forgotten. My deepest sympathies for your loss.

Cindy Meehan

May 14, 2008

Dear Gerry and Family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

May 14, 2008

Jerry and Family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you.
Kathy was one of a kind, with her signature smile and quick wit. She will be greatly missed. We are very grateful for the quality time we were able to enjoy with her.
As God's plan unfolds, the happy ending will become clear.
Love you all,
Howard and Darlene Clemence

Amy Wilkening

May 14, 2008

Though I know Aunt Kathy had a positive impact on many people, myself included, it is extremely touching to read these personal accounts. I feel proud that she was so loved and so respected by so many. My aunt was a wonderful person and her legacy is that all our lives were made better because we knew her.

Uncle Jerry, Karen, Eric and Julie: even though I'm not there, please know that my heart and mind are with you all.

Manny Sierra

May 14, 2008

Dear Uncle Gerry, Karen,Eric,& Julie,

I will never forget my Aunt Kathy,her sense of humor & her positive outlook on life, it was amazing. I am very sorry for not being able to be there with you but please remember I am thinking of you. I Love you.

Sharon Stratton

May 13, 2008

Jerry and Family,
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you. Kathy was a wonderful person so full of life and courage. I have the deepest respect and love for her and I know she is an angel in heaven watching over all of you.

Denise, Jeff and Makena Clemence

May 13, 2008

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They participate in every act, throught and decision we make. Their love is a lasting memory and we find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared love. Leo said it best and I share the sentiments as Kathy will live in our hearts and family always. Blessings and prayers to all who are celebrating her life and continue to.

The Jeschke Family

May 13, 2008

Our deepest sympathies. Aunt Kathy was a wonderful person who touched many lives. She will be missed.
Love,

The Vanecek Family

May 13, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Chiaramonte Family

May 13, 2008

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

Mary and Terry Jamiolkowski

May 13, 2008

Dear Gerry and Family,
My heart is so heavy with sadness since hearing of Kathy's death, but I know the memories of the many laughs we enjoyed together along with a great friendship, will eventually fill that space. The joy in knowing Kathy's love, and ours in return, will stay with us forever. To Karen, Eric and Julie, we know your mom taught you well by example. She was truly an inspiration to all who met her, but we were the lucky ones who had Kathy and her family as neighbors. She'll be forever missed, but never forgotten.
Our love and prayers go out to the entire family.

Jamie Sierra

May 13, 2008

Dear Uncle Jerry, Karen, Eric and Julie:

Words can't express how deeply sorry I am for your loss and the pain that you must be going through.

I was truely blessed when I married my husband Manny and gained an Aunt Kathy! She helped with the diffcult times of 2 child births and for that I am eternally grateful. I know she will always be looking down from up above over all of HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

I love you Aunt Kathy and will miss you deeply.

Linda Sayre

May 13, 2008

Darlene and Family,
My heart goes out to you and all your family. I'm so glad I got to meet Kathy while she was in Orlando for lunch. I know how much you are going to miss her and I will be there for you whenever you need me.
Much Love to you.
Linda & Danny

Brian Singer

May 13, 2008

The Wollscheid's have been a second family for me my entire life. I had the honor and privilege of having Kathy as my Godmother.

A selfless woman, full of humor and wit, Kathy was a great influence on the man I am today and still strive to be. She saw the best in everyone she touched and never left anyone with a negative thought.

I am deeply saddened that she has passed, but I treasure all of the conversations we had over the last year.

Please watch over me, I'll miss you.

Dale and Dana Larson

May 13, 2008

Dear Jerry and Family, we were deeply saddened to hear of Kathy's passing. She will never be forgotten, especially for her sense of humor. We will all miss her. Our heartfelt sympathy to you and the family.

Rachel Murias

May 13, 2008

Dear Uncle Jerry, Karen, Eric and Julie:

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

My heart is breaking that I can not be with you and the family to grieve and share her wonderful life. Know that I am crying with you, and laughing with you as we remember what an extraordinary person she was.

Aunt Kathy was truly blessed to be loved and adored by so many, and so many of us were blessed to be loved by her. I will forever have the fondest memories and greatest love for my Aunt Kathy.

Sharon Kooi

May 13, 2008

Eric, I am so very sorry for your loss and that of your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lori Bubenicek

May 13, 2008

The Wollscheid Family,
I can not express how deeply sad I was to hear the news. I can only say that Kathy was the kind of person that once you met her you would never forget her. She touched me deeply with her stong will, positive outlook but mostly her sense of humor. She will be missed!

May 13, 2008

DEAR JERRY & FAMILY, YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS SINCERELY

JIM & NORINE WEIMAR

Patty (Gotsch) Hinton

May 13, 2008

Karen-
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was such a wonderful woman. You and your family are in my prayers.

Laura Kozora

May 13, 2008

It was an pleasureto know Kathy. She was a very strong woman whom I admired. I was honored to call her my friend and neighbor.

Dennis Gannon

May 13, 2008

Dear Friend Jerry,Karen, Dan, Eric, and Julie,
Words cannot express the saddness I feel over your loss but it is overshadowed vy the joy and love which Kathy used to touch each of our lives. Her strength and determination should serve as inspiration for all of us. Remember her love for you and her laughter and you will get through this.
Love Always,
Dennis and Diane Gannon

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