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Margaret McAuliff Obituary

McAuliff, Margaret J. Was born on January 23, 1934 and passed on December 13, 2011. She is survived by Gilbert, her husband of 56 and 1/2 years; daughter Denise (John) Trapp, sons Gilbert and Dennis (Kristina), and her two beautiful grandchildren that she loved very much, Michael and Kathryn. She retired from Fermilab in Batavia in 1993. She loved to watch "Walker, Texas Ranger" every day. A celebration of her life will take place on January 23, 2012 at Big Woods Church, 3003 N. Eola Rd, Aurora, IL at 11:30am. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois, 630-820-2828.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 25, 2011.

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Jean (Plese) Lemke

January 18, 2012

Dear McAuliff Family,
I had the privilege of working with Peggy for many years at Fermilab. She was the "BEST" and I have many fond memories. I pray that God will grant all of you His peace as you cherish Peggy's memory.

January 9, 2012

Gil and Family,

Was so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. You are in my thoughts.

Joan McCall

January 4, 2012

Happy new Year

Your family

Angie Velasquez

January 2, 2012

Denise received your letter and I am sad to hear about your mom's passing. I will keep you in my prayers for your family. would like to try and come on Jan 23 and pay my respect.

December 28, 2011

OUR CONDOLENCE.
AL GONZALES AND FAMILY

December 26, 2011

We love you, Aunt Peggy--always. Pamela & Roberto

Judy Meade

December 25, 2011

You raised a wonderful son (Gil) who I have known for over twenty years. He spoke of you fondly. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this sad time

December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas, we miss you

Your family

December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas, we all miss you.

Your family

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