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Marianne Gillespie Obituary

Gillespie, Marianne P. 91, of Des Plaines, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2007, at the Fountains of Crystal Lake. On January 28, 1935, she married Francis "Hank" Gillespie in Chicago and he preceded her in death on April 1, 1994. Throughout her life Marianne was faced with many health treats, including overcoming breast cancer. Marianne enjoyed spending time with her family and also watching the Chicago Cubs and Bears and Tiger Woods. She had a witty sense of humor a wonderful spirit and a polite personality. Marianne was a devoted wife and mother to her children whose caring smile and gentle nature will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She was the loving mother of Thomas (Marte) Gillespie, Mary Anne (Elmer) Rossini, Noreen and Daniel Gillespie and Kathleen (Kenneth Sr.) Slama, caring grandmother of Erin (Craig) Yarwood, Darryl J. "DJ" (Maribeth) Rossini, Michael (Heather) Rossini, Kenneth Jr. and Kerri Slama and Kristen (Johnny Ribar) Slama, fond great-grandmother of Brendan, Riley and Delaney Yarwood, Alexandria Rossini and Eleanor Rossini and two great-grandchildren on the way. She was preceded in death by one sister and two brothers. Visitation Sunday, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Oehler Funeral Home Des Plaines Chapel, 2099 Miner Street, Des Plaines. Funeral Monday, 9:15 a.m., from Chapel to St. Stephen Church, 1267 Everett Ave., Des Plaines. Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Info: 847-824-5155

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 1, 2007.

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Mike & Christine Palya

July 10, 2007

Ken Kathy & Kids:
Sorry we couldn't be with you in saying goodbye to yo ur mom and grandma. You have our heartfelt sympathies. Hugs to all and best always.
Mike, Chris, Zach, Rachel & Matt

Lynne Daniels

July 9, 2007

The whole family has our profound smpathy in the passing of your Mom and Grandmother. She was a delightful, warm, loving person to all she met. Losing a Mom and Grandmother always leaves a hole that no other can ever fill. We all will pray for all of you.

Love,
Lynne and Glenn and Kids

Susie Julison

July 3, 2007

Danny, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. She was so delightful. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care. Lots of Love, Susie (from MNASR and NWSRA)

Howard Parth

July 3, 2007

Kathy and Ken - Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Howie and Shirley

Harold Keohane

July 1, 2007

Aunt Marianne was a wonderful sister, wife,& mother. She was also a wonderful aunt to the Keohane children, which she was before a Gillespie, and proud to be. She will truly be missed but will be joining her eldest son Jr., who left 5 children behind, sister Geraldine & Difatta newphews, & brothers Harold and Francis Keohane.
With our Deepest Sympathy,
Harold Anthony Francis Keohane Jr.

Lorna Slama

June 30, 2007

The immediate family of children and grandchildren have our sympathies. As our family was allowed to share Marianne as a wonderful "Mother Figure", we thank her for her amazing qualities every Mother should have and all of you for sharing many memorable times. We all loved Marianne and all of you as well. She, and all of you will remain in our prayers. We all will miss her for a time, but will be with her "up the road".
Always,
John and Lorna Slama and Family

Donny Robertson

June 30, 2007

Tom and Marte, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God give you strength and comfort you.

Love, Donny, Phyllis, Tosha, and Tyler

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