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Mary Teresa Grey

Mary Grey Obituary

Grey, Mary Teresa (nee O'Hara), passed away at her home in Downers Grove. Beloved wife of Lawrence, devoted mom to Laura, cherished sister of Alice O'Hara, loving cousin of the Foster's, O'Hara's, Shea's, Ishaug's and Haney's, special friend to Stan, dear sister-in-law of Judith Byron. Born and raised in St. Rita Parish, graduate of Maria High School, Chicago Teachers College and Roosevelt University. Taught school for CPS for 30 years. Mary believe in being a life long learner. She loved her family and enjoyed her good friends. She will be missed. Interment was private.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 9, 2011.

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Fran

February 3, 2024

Still think about about those great days on Richmond Street growing up with you.

Diane and Roger McLeod

February 17, 2011

Mary's friendship and caring ways touched many lives and we all mourn with you. It's not easy to find the perfect words that would offer you comfort but we hope it helps to know that we share in your sorrow.

February 16, 2011

On behalf of the Sisters of St. Casimir and the Maria High School family we offer our prayers and support to the family of Mary. May God be with you during this time of sorrow and peace be with Mary on her journey.

Michelle Brown, Alumnae Relations Maria High School

February 11, 2011

Dear Larry, Laura, Alice and Stan,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mary had such a kind heart. I always admired her warm demeanor and encouraging words. She will be greatly missed.
~Therese~

February 11, 2011

Dear Larry,Laura,Alice and Stan,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
We feel so fortunate to have had Mary as a friend. She was such a thoughtful and kind person.
We are so very sad.
Love,
Eileen,Kris and Matt

February 10, 2011

Mary Teresa was a wonderful, caring and loving person. She will be missed by all who knew her.
My sympathies to you Alice, Laura, and Larry,
Joanie
Orange, CA

February 10, 2011

Dear Larry, Laura and Alice,
We were so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. She was too young.
Leigh and Brian Rusthoven

February 10, 2011

Dear Larry, Laura & Alice,
I don't even know what to say. I am so very empty after hearing the news about Mary. I have wonderful memories of us in our "Bobbie Brooks" skirt and sweater outfits (which we traded)---we were just young. I will always think of Mary as a warm wonderful girl/woman.
I am so,very, very, sorry.
With love and prayers,
Linda (Leider)Schaefer

February 10, 2011

Larry, Laura, and Alice, we are sorry for your loss. Over the years we shared many happy family occasions and found Mary to be a warm and caring person. We always admired her quiet goodness. We are so sad.
Teresa, Jim, Teri, Mike, Dennis and Peggy, and their families.

February 10, 2011

Dear Larry,Laura and Alice,
My heart goes out to you. I'm so sorry.
Mary was such a joy.
Love you, Betty Jean

Patricia Kane Antonsen

February 10, 2011

Dear Larry, Laura, Alice, and Stan,
My heart and soul are deeply saddened by the passing of Mary. She was a treasured friend for many years. My father, Jim, always commented on her great teaching at Spry. Mary was one of the prettiest, funniest, and brightest women in my life. She truly touched my soul. Patricia Kane Antonsen

February 9, 2011

Alice, I'm very sorry to hear about Mary. I know you will
miss her greatly. Jack

February 9, 2011

Alice, I'm very sorry to hear about Mary. I know you will
miss her greatly. Jack

Flora Mortell

February 9, 2011

Dear Larry, Laura and Alice,

I was blessed to have Mary as a treasured friend for almost forty years. I never knew a kinder or more humble person. Her professionalism and caring for students in her teaching career was greatly respected by her peers, and her thoughtfulness, kindness and sensitivity to her friends is irreplaceable to all who loved her.
My deepest sympathy,

February 9, 2011

Dear Laura,
Jonathan and I really enjoyed when the six of us went to Disney World. Mary and I loved seeing those characters made out of towels on our beds after a day full fun! It was such a pleasure to know your mother and she will be greatly missed.

Sincerely,
Auntie Annie Palzer and Family

February 9, 2011

Dear Larry, Laura, and Alice,
Mary was such a delightful woman and will forever be remembered for her kindness toward others. We always appreciated her being supportive of Dawn’s art and teaching career.

With deepest sympathy,
Ron & Elaine Giovannini

February 9, 2011

Dear Laura, Mr. Grey and Aunt Alice,

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Mrs. Grey. There are so many memories through the years I will continue to cherish and she will remain in our hearts forever.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.

Love,
Dawn & Jonathan Young

February 9, 2011

Dear Larry, Laura, Alice and Stan,
Our thoughts and love are with you and your family on the loss of our beautiful Mary. We were blessed to have her as a wonderful lifelong friend and to have shared so much with her. Mary will never be forgotten and her bright light will always shine in our hearts.
Our Deepest Sympathy and Love,
Bill, Rita and Therese

Stephanie Ross

February 9, 2011

Alice and family, I was saddened to hear the news of Mary Teresa's passing, but rejoice in her birth into eternal life. You have a wonderful family, with many happy memories, and I hope that is a source of tremendous comfort to you all.
With many prayers.....

February 9, 2011

We are devastated by this loss. Our sympathy to the family and many friends who have loved Mary as we have. We shared many parties, showers, weddings and racetrack times together. She will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Fran & Sue Glovack

February 9, 2011

Larry, Laura, and Alice, I am sorry for your loss. You were all there for Mary as husband, daughter and sister. Mary was a close childhood friend as well as a cousin. Mary's kindness had a profound impact on my life and I deeply admired her as a person.

Fran

February 9, 2011

To Larry, Laura, Alice, Stan, and Mary's family,
Our deepest condolences on your loss.
We will always cherish the everlasting friendship over so many years.
Mary had a wonderful sense of humor with a laugh and great smile to go with.
We will miss her tremendously.
Love,
Diane & Jim

February 9, 2011

To Larry

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