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Mary Koos Obituary

Koos, Mary Jo (nee Freeman), age 52, devoted mother of Christine (Dennis) Mahoney, Stephan (Julie) and the late Richard Koos, proud grandmother of Cory, Jaclyn, Nathian, Molly Rose, Christian and Jackson, devoted daughter of James and the late Patricia Freeman, cherished sister of James (Linda), Michael (Debbie), Stephan (Terri), David (Kathy) and Daniel (Kathy) Freeman, dear niece and aunt of many. Longtime companion of Stewart Schiffman, special friend to Buddy. Visitation Thursday, from 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday, 9:45 a.m., from The Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st St., Orland Park, to St. Michael Church. Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment private. 708-857-7878 www.sheehyfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 12 to Sep. 13, 2007.

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Rosie Hottinger

September 12, 2007

I practically lived at the Koos house while I was growing up. I have very fond memories of Mary Jo and she will be missed by myself and my family. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I will NEVER forget you Mary Jo.
Love always, Rosie (Regas)

Ken and Gloria King

September 12, 2007

Mary Jo will always be remembered by us for the fun-loving, generous and kind person that she was and she will be really missed by our family. We were friends for 30 yrs and our prayers will be with Jo forever. We will never forget you Jo! Love

September 12, 2007

Steve and Julie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Vera Sampler

September 12, 2007

Jim,
My heart and prayer go out to you and your family on the loss of your daughter. Life is just so not fair, but your days will get better with time. In your unfortunate time of need myself and the entire office is here for you.

John, Lori & JT Orban

September 12, 2007

To The Freeman Family:
It's hard to understand why people are taken from us, but we hope you
find comfort in knowing that Jo will be remembered by many as a woman
with a kind soul and a heart filled with love. She was and always will be a treasure to us.
With Love and prayers,

Linda & Lee Bailey

September 12, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

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