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Mary DuShane Obituary

DuShane, Mary T. (nee Flynn), 86, of Chicago, October 9, 2009, wife of the late Charles Joseph, cherished mother of Ellen (Raymond) McDermott, Charles (Lisa) DuShane, Patricia DuShane, Joseph (Leila), and Kathleen (Michael Parr) DuShane. Grandmother of Jacqueline, Jennifer, Kelly Ann, Connor and Jordon, sister of Walter (Doris) Flynn, and the late James, Jack, Brendan, Edward, and Eugene, sister-in-law of Ann Flynn, fond Aunt of many nieces and nephews. Fond friend of Patchie Villones. Visitation Monday, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Avenue, Chicago. Funeral Tuesday, 9:15 am from funeral home to Queen of Angels Church, 2330 W. Sunnyside, Chicago. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Japanese American Service Committee, Adult Day Care Services, 4427 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL. Interment St. Boniface Cemetery. Info 773-561-6874.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Oct. 11 to Oct. 12, 2009.

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Tony Codd

October 18, 2009

Pat, Condolences on the passing of your mother.

Kevin Daly

October 15, 2009

Dear DuShane Family
Sorry about your mother's passing.I am glad I met her few times when she visited Boston. I am sure now she's happy the better place to get together with our familes up there .. I wish I could stop by pay her respect but she is in my prayer .. I Love You !!! Kevin Daly

October 15, 2009

To the DuShane & Flynn Family,

We were so sorry about Mary's passing. We have happy memories of her visits to Boston. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Mary rest in eternal peace.

Jim & Doreen Daly

Kenneth Cleys

October 14, 2009

Dear DuShane Family,

Sorry I missed this notice, I know my mom Grace Cleys cherished your mom as a neighbor for many years she always enjoyed her company. I know my mom has you in her prayers and thoughts. Because that I was older (Ken) I was not close to your family members my brother Tom and sister Kathy probably were I do hope your family the best regards.

Ken Cleys

October 13, 2009

Patty, I was sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was always kind to me and she had a genteel way about her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. God bless you.
Noreen Folan Essenberg

Tom Cleys

October 13, 2009

Dear Ellne, Chuck, Patricia, Joesph,and Kathleen,

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. We were all neighbors for so many years watching one another grow up and your mom was always a delightful, reasoned, wonderful person with that special accent that Ellen adopted for herself.

Your mother and your whole family hold many fond memories and experiences that lead to my maturing. I miss you all, wish I could have been there for the services but I live in Los Angeles. I was just in town to visit my mom, Grace, over the weekend of October 3. I would enjoy getting together with those of you in the area if you wish. I will be back in town for Thanksgiving. I am sure my sister Kathy would come along and Grace if you wish. Email me at [email protected].

What strong women we were blessed with. Fondly and with great sorrow.

Tom Cleys

October 12, 2009

We are sorry to hear about your Mom. Our condolences to all.
Mike & Shirley Wolf aka Santa and Mrs. Claus

Mary Scott

October 12, 2009

Pat and Family~
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

Mary Scott

Sue Hohn Hill

October 12, 2009

Ellen and family;
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please accept my sincere condolences. I know the support of God and your strong family will help to see you through this sad time.
With love and prayers;

Jack Zoch

October 12, 2009

Dear Chuck and Lisa,

Vicki and I were sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Please accept our thoughts and prayers.

Margaret Hughes

October 12, 2009

Pat,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .

Lucy Bocian

October 11, 2009

Dear DuShane Family and Friends:

I am very sorry to hear of your very sad news. My thoughts and Prayers are with you.

Monette Santos

October 11, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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