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Margaret Lally Obituary

Lally, Margaret R. (nee Joyce), age 63, native of Connemara, Co. Galway, Ireland, resident of Downers Grove, beloved wife of Patrick, loving mother of Theresa (Tony) Perna, Patrick G. (Leanne), Lisa and Michael Lally, proud grandmother of Nicola and Gianni Perna and Collin and Morgan Lally, dear sister of seven, fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. and Friday, 8:15 a.m. until time of funeral 9:15 a.m., at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 S. York Rd. (½ mile North of Saint Charles Rd.), Elmhurst. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m., at Saint Mary of Gostyn Catholic Church, Downers Grove. Entombment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 1749 S. Naperville Rd., Suite 202, Wheaton, IL, 60187. For funeral information please call: 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 24, 2005.

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Julia Connolly

August 19, 2020

To the Lally family: These are hard times and it is in remembering our loved ones with great memories and laughter that helps us get through them. Margaret was a strong woman who loved her family.
Now she's looking out for each of you with more ability than she could have ever had during her lifetime. May her strength and joy lift your spirits. Wishing you Blessings, Cousin Julia

Julia Connolly

August 31, 2019

To the Lally family: I'm Margaret's cousin Julia who so fondly remembers Margaret from our youth. We both went to the Holiday Ballroom Irish dances on Saturday evenings. I knew her sister Maureen better since Maureen lived in our home when she came out from Ireland. I last saw Margaret at the wedding of one of Mary Ellen (Feeney) Gallo's children. Unfortunately, I did not hear about her death until quite a bit after her death. She was beautiful on the inside and the outside. It's lovely to see that she has such a large lovely family. Blessings to all of you. Julia

MAUREEN BARNES

September 3, 2005

GOOD BYE MY DEAR SISTER IMISS YOU SO MUCH ALREADY MAY YOU REST IN PEACELOVE MAUREEN

Susan Marschall

August 30, 2005

Theresa and family,

My thoughts are with you and your families. I was saddened to hear of your mom's death. I will remember her smiling face and those irish eyes. God bless.

Judy Moody

August 29, 2005

I remember Mrs. Lally back in the Irish dancing days. She always had a smile and a kind word. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this very sad time.

Lori & Bob Rook

August 27, 2005

We extend our sympathy to Pat and family. Margaret was truly an inspiration.

Julia Connolly

August 24, 2005

I'm your cousin, Julia. I'm so terribly sorry to hear of her passing. I knew your Aunt Maureen much better since Maureen used to live with us. I would see Margaret at the Irish dances when I was a kid. She always greeted me, "Hi Cuz" and once we showed up in the same dress. She was not happy about that one and greeted me, "Hi, I'm going to kill you Cuz". The last time we saw each other in person was, I believe, at Nick and Steph Gallo's wedding. She looked beautiful and I so admired her for going through her suffering with such grace. She is remembered very fondly and I will keep all of you in my daily prayers. Bye for now, Cuz. Give my two children a hug and kiss from me. Blessings, Julia

Dwayne & Diane

August 24, 2005

We extend our love and prayers during this extremely difficult time to the entire Lally family. Margaret's strength and character are clearly seen in her loving family.

Joe & Pat Marschall

August 24, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to all the Larry family. Margaret's undaunting spirit was an inspiration to everyone. She'll be sorely missed.

Margaret and Patrick July 17th, 1965

August 24, 2005

Lally Family Portrait August 2005

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Sandra Cummings

August 24, 2005

Theresa...

I knew you a long time ago, when we used to work at Oakbrook Bennigans' together, and we also both did hair. I was looking for a friends brother's listing here, and I saw your last name. I am very sorry to read about your Mom. When I knew you last, you weren't even married to Tony yet, but I think you had just gotten engaged. I think it has been about 14 or so years since I saw you, but I remember you very well. I know there is never anything that can be said at a time like this, but know you are remembered, and I hope you and your family stay close and get through things together.

Thinking of you....

Sandra

Ted & Bonnie Mooney & Lillian Erhardt

August 24, 2005

Our heartfelt sympathies to each member of the Lally family during this time of deep sorrow. We will greatly miss our wonderful neighbor.

The Gibbons Family

August 24, 2005

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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