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Marilyn Garrity Obituary

Garrity, Marilyn J. (nee Kane), beloved wife of Thomas, C.P.D., loving mother of Sean (Kelley) Collins, Erin (Kip) Irle and the late Kevin Collins, step-mother of Michael and Kevin (Jill) Garrity, dear grandmother of Meghan, Will, Kyle, Julia, Griffin, Matthew, Emma and Cole, loving daughter of the late Robert and Madelaine Kane, fond sister of Kathleen (Bob) Weber-Gaddi, Robert, C.P.D. (Jamie, C.P.D.), Patricia Schiro, James (Mary), Donald (Tess), Daniel (Julie), Peggy (Dan) Fink and the late Richard (Laura), dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago, Tuesday, from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. to Queen of Angels Church. Mass at 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. For info., 773-588-5850.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 12 to Feb. 13, 2006.

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Mary Sue Leslie

February 24, 2006

I met Marilyn for the first and only time in April of '05 at Kathy Kane Weber-Gaddi's wedding reception in San Diego. She was everything I had heard of her. Quick, funny, fun,generous. I feel fortunate to have met her. My sympathy for your loss. Mary Sue Leslie

Margo Owano

February 21, 2006

To my old friends, the Kanes and my new friends, Tom Garrity and Marilyn's children, please accept my sincere condolences. Yesterday, I learned that Marilyn had moved on.

Marilyn was a wonderful person who accepted with courage and grace, all that life dealt her.

Growing up, I had the privilege of having her for my best friend. I am so glad that I was able to reconnect with her a few years ago.

We didn't do enough.

I hope all of the family will find comfort in one another and in memories of the delightful woman that she was. We'll see her in the next place.

Don Lyons

February 18, 2006

As a childhood friend of Marilyn (she was a loyal patriot of the esteemed "Alley Gang" of Rosemont & Western Avenues) I can attest that above all others she was the one that everyone wanted to be with, always empathetic, always everyone's confidant. I truly enjoyed reconnecting with Marilyn at our St. Tim's reunion and finding that she had maintained her comaraderie and character throughout the years. My sympathy to all her family.

Kathleen Reyes

February 18, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Marilyn through Dr. Tenta's office, and had the pleasure of working with her for a short time. She was truly a special lady.

Michelle Baldwin

February 16, 2006

Dear Erin,

First of all I would like to thank Marilyn for having my bestest friend. Your strength through all of this has been amazing. Kip and the kids are so precious and it is all attributed to you and your mom. Your mom always made me feel welcome in your family and always made me laugh. Your whole family means the world to me and I know that she's in good company. I, as well as countless others will miss her dearly.

Dear Tom, I have seen how difficult this has been for you and I want you to know I'm here if you want dingy around.

I am so sorry for your loss.

Love & prayers,

Your bestest friend,

Michelle

Patti Luther

February 15, 2006

Dear Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. Marilyn was truly a wonderful woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

EILEEN O'DONNELL

February 14, 2006

Dear Sgt. GARRITY and family,



I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear of Marilyn's passing. She was a great lady. I remember having Thanksgiving at your house one year I worked with Jamie.



I hope you take comfort in all of your memories.



Thinking of you,



Eileen O'Donnell-McNicholas

CPD

Lora and Peter Denando

February 14, 2006

Dear Erin & Kip and Family,



We were saddened to hear about the sudden loss of Erin's Mother. Unfortunately, we will not be able to attend Marilyn's services, but please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May Marilyn rest in eternal peace.



The Denando Family

Lora, Peter, Gina and Michael

Jack Murphy

February 14, 2006

Tom,

I was your partner when you met Marilyn. I could see the happiness she brought to you. She was truly a beautiful lady. She will be missed.

Corin Torres

February 14, 2006

Dear Garrity and Kane famili Although we didnt get the opportunity to met you and Marilyn on your trip here to Florida my family and I wanted to extend our deepest sympathies. Judging from the incredible amount of love and acceptance Marilyns brother Don Kane a.k.a. Papa Don has shown my family and the acceptance and love Marilyn has shown my sister and brother (Val and John)this is a person that will surely be missed. God bless and comfort you,and the Kanes, The Torres and Sabala families Corin, (Val and Johns sister)Frank,Devin Adam,Sara,Luz,and John

Robert PROKUSKI

February 13, 2006

Tom,

We are so sorry at your loss. Marilyn is in our prays and you will always be in our thoughts.

Bobby & Bambi Prokuski

3060 Silent Wind Way

Henderson, NV 89052

Tom & Theresa Peavler

February 13, 2006

Our deepest sympathies to Tom, Children and the entire Garrity and Kane families. Marilyn, as all of you, have a special place in our hearts. We always enjoyed spending time with you when we came to Chicago. Marilyn was always so much fun and full of spirit. May our Lord welcome her into His home with his loving arms. All our Love , Tom & Theresa

Peggy Kowalski

February 13, 2006

I was so sorry to read of Marilyn's passing. I worked with her many years ago at Ravenswood Hospital. She was a delightful individual, always joking and smiling. My deepest sympathy to her husband and family.

Ed Jacobs

February 13, 2006

My sister Kathleen and I are truly sorry to learn of Marilyn's death. She was a good friend to both of us and will be deeply missed. May her family take comfort that Marilyn is at peace.

Susie Byrnes

February 13, 2006

How sad we are.Our deepest sympathy! Marilyn was the kind of person that once you met her you would never forget.

She hade that mischievious twinkle in her eyes, made you laugh, made life fun. It has been so many years since I've seen Marilyn, but I loved her and feel privaledged to have known her.



I know for all of you, her family, this is a terrible loss.She is in the best place but for you left behind, we pray for strength and that God gives you the courage you'll need.



Our love,

Dave and Susie Byrnes

Mike & Mary Kral

February 13, 2006

Sean & Kelley,

We regret that we cannot be there in your family's time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathies at your family's loss. You and your family are in our prayers.



Love,

Mike, Mary & Family

Pam & Harris Hickman

February 13, 2006

Uncle Tom,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Know that you are in our prayers as well as all your kids and grandchildren. Marilyn will be very missed by all. Sorry we could not be there for you, but Mom and Dad come with lots of love from us.

Love

Pam and Harris

John and Jan Ragaisis

February 13, 2006

I was so sorry to hear about Marilyn's passing. I will always remember her with love. It was great to be able to see and chat with her when she was here for her sister's wedding. I will never forget my cousin and the times we spent together in our youth. My prayers are with all of the Garrity's and the Kane's.

Donald McKillop

February 12, 2006

I remember Marilyn as a kind and caring friend, when we were classmate's at St. Timothy Grammer School. I am sorry for the loss and pain for Marilyn's loved ones, but TRUST that nature will do the healing, and KNOW that the pain will pass - eventually...

Tony Nicosia

February 12, 2006

To the Garrity and Kane Families. We offer our deepest sympathy at this time of your loss, we are very sorry. Keeping you in our prayers.

Tony & Betsy Nicosia

Dennis & Sue Heuer

February 12, 2006

Dear Tom and Family,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Marilyn was such a great person. Whenever I think of Marilyn, I immediately smile. We had SO much fun in Mexico together. We still laughed about our "escapades", five years later!

We have ONLY happy memories of our short time together & we will never forget her.

Please know that we're here for you.

God bless, Marilyn.

Love,

Dennis & Sue Heuer

Patti Fink

February 12, 2006

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. May your grief be replaced with loving memories.



Love and prayer to the entire Kane Family from the Fink Family formally of Pratt Avenue.

Kathleen Young

February 12, 2006

Tom and Family,

So sorry we can not be there with you. Please except our deepest sympathy.

Love, Mike and Kathy

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