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Mary Datz Obituary
Mary B. Burke nee Datz, age 78 of Arlington Heights. Beloved wife of Mike Burke for 54 years. Loving mother of Joseph (Julie), Thomas (Alex), Daniel (Katie), Patrick (Mallary), and Michael (Tricia). Adored grandmother of Cassidy, Allison, Fiona, Rory, Charlie, Mick, Carl, Joey, and Justin. Dear great grandmother of Solan. Cherished sister of Chuck (Linda) Datz. Loving aunt, cousin, friend, and teacher to many.
Visitation Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 10 am at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10 N Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove, IL. A Life Celebration Mass will be held at 11 am. Interment to follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Buffalo Grove.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Ronald McDonald House are greatly appreciated.
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