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Lynn Kiernan Obituary

Kiernan, Lynn (nee Hennessey), 53 of Libertyville, beloved wife of Dr. Joseph Kiernan, devoted mother of Dan, Evelyn, Greg, Claire, Tori, Ben, Martin, Henry, Charlie, Hannah, Martha, and the late Zachary, loving daughter of Frances and the late Ben Hennessey, dearest sister of Mark (Terri) Hennessey, Jean (Carl) Hoffman, Elaine (Carlos) Ibanez, Nancy Swanby and Jim Hennessey. Visitation Wednesday, June 29th from 4 to 8 p.m. at McMurrough Funeral Chapel, 101 Park Place, Libertyville (Rt. 176, 1 blk. east of Milwaukee Ave.). Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 30th at St. Mary of the Annunciation Church, 22333 W. Erhart Rd., Fremont Center, IL. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are requested to Northridge Preparatory School, 8320 W. Ballard Rd., Niles, IL 60714. Funeral information: 847-362-2626.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jun. 27 to Jun. 29, 2005.

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Caroline Kahn

July 15, 2005

Dear Dr. Kiernan and family,



I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Lynn. Words can't express how sorry I am. I offer my sincere condolences. I pray that God heals you and your family and brings you peace after you've suffered such a great loss. Lynn, Mrs. Kiernan to me, was a wonderful woman. I babysat the family for years and I have never met a closer, happier bunch. There was always light and laughter in that house and I will always remember it that way. I am sorry. This is a great loss.

July 12, 2005

Dear Dr Kiernan, It was so obvious when I met both you and Lynn @ a lunchtime in the Quadrangle @ UC that she was one who used her time here on earth well; she was quick to class after the business was complete. You were both excited about your impending marriage and the trip to Ireland. Little did I know that Lynn would achieve such remarkability. Gone are those days, however a new life for her.

Affectionately Acquainted, a Friend

Liz and Phil Brach

July 2, 2005

With great sadness we learned of the death of Lynn. Our prayers are with your family. May God give your family strength and may you feel his presence.

Mary Barker

July 1, 2005

Dear Joe,

From your earliest days at American School, your faily has been in my thoughts and prayers. Both you and Lynn have always been an inspiration to me. I am greatly saddened by your loss of Lynn. Please know that you and your family will continue to be in my prayers and thoughts. May God be with you all to comfort and heal you. Mary Barker

Mary Jane Ridgeway

July 1, 2005

Dr. Kiernan and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

Rinaldo Manago

July 1, 2005

Dear Tom,



The news of Lynn’s death filled us with great sadness. We have always admired your family for its closeness and the warmth you so clearly shared.



Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.



Sincerely,



Rinaldo, Jenny, Annabella & Max Manago

Gretchen Johnson

June 30, 2005

Dr. Kiernan ,

I remember, well, all of the times you would tell us about Lynn and your wonderful children. She sounded like a wonderful person. I am so sorry for your loss and the pain that I know you must be feeling. You are in my thoughts and my prayers as well as in the thoughts and prayers of many, many others.



Sincerely,



Gretchen Johnson, RN -Good Shepherd Hospital, Barringon

Paul & Vicki Marxen

June 30, 2005

We grieve with you in your unspeakable loss. In your grief, please take comfort in the Great Physician, our Risen Lord, who promises to wipe away every tear from your eyes, defeating death and pain. Jesus Christ has overcome the world!

Sue Partaker

June 30, 2005

To the Kiernan Family,

Lynn has inspired and touched mine and my families lives with her incredible kindness,love and Faith as did Zack and your entire family. She will never be forgotten. Masses and Rosaries will be offered for Lynn and will continue for Zack.I will offer my sufferings so that your crosses will be lighter to carry. You are a wonderful family! Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you all, ANYTIME. God bless and keep you all close to His Sacred Heart. I send my Guardian Angel to all of your Guardian Angels to Guard, Guide and Protect you all always.With great love and admiration,

Sue Partaker

June 30, 2005

Dear Joe,

Dan,Evelyn,Greg,Claire,Tori,B

en,

Martin,Henry,Charlie,Hannah and Martha,

May the Dear Lord keep you all close to His Sacred Heart always. I will continue to offer my sufferings so that you may carry your great losses more easily. Masses and Rosaries will continue to be said for both Lynn and Zack. Lynn and Zack have been such great inspirations in mine and my famlies lives they will never be forgotten and their great deeds will live on forever. You are an incredible family. I send my Guardian Angel to each of your sides to guide, guard and protect you all. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for your family at anytime.

Aniko and Stephen Murphy

June 30, 2005

Our deepest condolences for you and your family.

Holly Salls

June 30, 2005

My prayers go out to your whole family in this time of sorrow. Claire and Tory, everyone at The Willows loves you and we will be there for whatever you need. Love, Holly Salls

Sue Partaker

June 30, 2005

Dear Joe,Dan,Evelyn,Greg,Claire,Tori,Ben



,Martin,Henry,Charlie,Hannah and Martha may the dear Lord keep you all close to His Sacred Heart. You are all in our daily prayers. Daily Masses and the Rosary will continue to be said for Zack and Lynn at St. Marys church in Huntley, Il. and my Sunday masses at St. Thomas the Apostle in Crystal Lake, IL. I am so sorry for your great losses and will continue to offer my sufferings so that your sufferings might be easier to carry. Please let me know if there is anything at all I can do for you.

Dr. Steven Bloch

June 30, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will always remember Lynn as a person who brightened our day. You are in our prayers. Steven Bloch, MD and Staff

shirley nelsonford

June 30, 2005

Our deepest sympathies to your family. The Fords

Bob and Nancy Lee

June 30, 2005

Lynn was truly one of the best examples of human charity we ever met and oh how incredibly touched we were by her unending generosity! She loved and adored her husband and children! Our prayers are with you dear Joe and the kids.

Michael and Alina Levit

June 29, 2005

We are deeply saddened by your family's loss and in this time of pain we send you our condolences and wish you strength to make it through this difficult time.

- Michael, Alina, & Roman Levit

Drs Jerry and Laura Horn

June 29, 2005

While we did not get to see her often Lynn was one of the most beautiful, spiritual, and inspiring individuals we ever met. The world will miss her. May God be with her and her wonderful family in this trying time.

Fr. Mykhailo & Oksana Kuzma

June 29, 2005

It was with a heavy heart that we heard of your great loss. We assure you and your family of our poor prayers. The Divine Liturgy will be celebrated for Lynn at Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Catholic Church in the near future.

Dan & Pat Cheely

June 29, 2005

We love all of you, and we will keep you and Lynn constantly in our hearts and prayers.

Royce and Bonnie Zoellner

June 29, 2005

Lynn possessed and frequently displayed those great attributes of encouragement and kindness. Lynn has a sweet soul and I'm sure will be greatly missed. May the Lord comfort and guide you during this time. You will be in our prayers.

Amy Krueger

June 29, 2005

Dear Evelyn and family,

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. My prayers are with all of you. God bless.

Love,

Amy

Dr.and Mrs. Michael Savitt

June 29, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We only just met Lynn, but we thought she was a beautiful and sweet woman.

Dan and Emily Cook

June 29, 2005

Lynn's smile and generous heart will be a fond memory. With prayers in Christ, Dan and Emily

Laura Wojcik

June 28, 2005

We ask God, who showed us His love through the great gift that was Lynn, to comfort and guide you through your loss.

With love and sympathy, the Wojcik family (Laura, Tom, Dan and Anna)

Douglas S. Wilson and Family

June 28, 2005

Our prayers are with you at this most difficult time, that you may find peace and comfort.

Kathy Buehler (LOSS)

June 28, 2005

Bring us Lord, at our last awakening

Into the house and gate of heaven.

To enter into that gate and dwell in that

House, where there shall be;

No darkness, nor dazzling,

But one equal light.

No noise, nor silence,

But one equal music.

No fears, nor hopes,

But one equal possession.

No ends, nor beginnings,

But one equal eternity.



Peace, I leave with you my friend.



My heartfelt prayers to all those who loved Lynn. May the love she gave bring comfort to you in this very difficult time.

The Salerno Family

June 28, 2005

May God Bless You and Your Family. Our prayers will be with you.

Kristine Knutson

June 28, 2005

May God Bless and keep you in the palm of his hand during this difficult time - Know you are NOT alone! You have a whole community of faith praying for you and your family..we are here for you!



The Knutson Family

Bill, Kristine, Alison & Billy jr.

Carol Hubert

June 28, 2005

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Even though I never met Lynn, I worked with Marie for several years and I know how close you all are. Please know that my prayers are with you.

Brian Stein

June 28, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. To my good friend Dan, I love you brother and remember that I am always here for you.

Jennie Jones & Mike Purkey

June 28, 2005

Evelyn and Family,

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this very dificult time.

June 28, 2005

You little knew that morning

God would call her name

In life you loved her dearly

In death you do the same

It broke your hearts to lose her

But she did not go alone

For part of you went with her

the day God called her home

She left you beautiful memories

Her love is still your guide

and though you cannot see her

she is always by your side

Your family chain is broken

and nothing seems the same

But as God calls you one by one

the chain will link again

Drs. Millman & Albrecht and Staff

June 28, 2005

With our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Roberta Allen

June 28, 2005

My heartfelt condolences. I knew Lynn when she worked for the American School so many years ago. I enjoyed knowing her then and hearing of her activities and expanding family after she left. I was deeply saddened to learn of your loss.

The Nick Keller Family

June 28, 2005

May the Lord Be With You Forever & May God Bless You and Your Family. Our Prayers will remain with all of you!

Carolyn Szymanski

June 28, 2005

Our deepest sympathies go to you at this sorrowful time. Know that you and your family are in my family's prayers and thoughts.

Dr. and Mrs. Larry Cuttone

June 28, 2005

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Kiernan family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May God bless all of you.

With love and prayers,

The Cuttone Family

Larry, Sharon and Mario

Hernando and Marcela Manrique

June 28, 2005

With much love and prayers that Our Heavenly Father keep all of you close to His heart during this very difficult time.

The Manrique family

Westmont, Il

Michael Coppola

June 28, 2005

Our deepest sympathies to your family. Your friends at Health Directions

Jill Strohl

June 28, 2005

Our thoughts are with you at this time. God bless and keep your whole family.



From Dr. Savitt and Staff

Missy Pereira

June 27, 2005

May all God's blessings, love, and grace come showering down from Heaven to get you through this very difficult time... Everyone loves you and is thinking of you...

bertram kraft

June 27, 2005

To you and your family, we want to express our condolences and sympaties. We pray for you during this difficult time.



Bert & Mary Beth Kraft

K. Kurkowski

June 27, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Anna Schubert

June 27, 2005

Our deepest sympathies, The Schubert Family.

Mary Salerno

June 27, 2005

May God's love guide you in this time of great loss. You are all in our prayers.

Carl Salerno Family

Tere Brinckerhoff

June 27, 2005

With love and prayers- Tere, Andy, Tess and Helen

chris skokna

June 27, 2005

May God bless you and your family.

We will pray for all of you.

Chris Skokna Family

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