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Margaret McCarthy Obituary

McCarthy, Margaret M. (nee O'Malley) Beloved wife of the late Francis "Bud"; loving mother of Maureen (Jerry) Cnota, Sheila (John) Brown, Thomas, and the late Patricia "Tish"; dear grandmother of James (Jamie), Megan, and Brian Cnota and Colleen (Doug) Magers and Caitlin Brown; cherished great-grandmother of Cade, Zia, and Jax Magers and Kayleb Brown-Kiskadden. Resided with her cherished brothers, Edward, and the late Martin O'Malley and her dear sister, the late Mary "Mayme" O'Malley. Visitation Monday, September 5th from 3:00-9:00 p.m. at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge. Funeral Tuesday 9:15 a.m. to St. Tarcissus Church for 10:00 a.m. mass. Interment All Saints. Info 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 2, 2016.

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Jim Tortorella

September 5, 2016

I'm so sad to hear about your mother. So many great memories as a kid. My prayers and my families prayers are with you. I'm out of town but trying to get back for the funeral.
Jim Tortorella

Larry Kloc

September 5, 2016

She was a great mother, and a friend to her children's friends. What a lovely and loving woman. She is remembered fondly by all.

September 4, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to the McCarthy family. So sorry for your loss. Coping at this most difficult time can be truly overwhelming. May God give you the strength to endure.

September 4, 2016

Many years ago when I was but a little baby girlid look out my bedroom window to wave Tish. Every single morning. As the years grew yearly we were asked to partake in the OMally McCarthy picinics.those were the best picinics. I won a talking view master I enjoyed my second family right across the alley THE MCCARTHYS. EACH AND EVERYONE OF THEM HOLDS a very place in my heart.
Rest in Peace Mrs. Mcarthy . let me know if there is gambling in heaven

My fondest cherished moments. You will missed
Kathy Van Bogaert

Ursula Hart

September 2, 2016

Marge was a special lady.Always friendly & with a quick word of encouragement, whether it was regarding a small thing like bowling or important family issues. She will be missed.

M. R.

September 2, 2016

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

September 2, 2016

Please accept my condolences at the death of your loved one. Know that the God of comfort feel your pain and suffering. Isaiah 61:1,2 reads: "He sent me (Jesus Christ) to bind up the brokenhearted, ... To comfort all who mourn, ..."

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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Cooney Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Park Ridge

625 Busse Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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6

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6

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Tarcissus Church

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Cooney Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Park Ridge

625 Busse Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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