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Mary Mahoney Obituary

Mahoney, Mary C. Beloved wife of Brian X. Hurley; loving mother of Michael P. Hurley; loving daughter of Norene T. Mahoney and the late Robert C. Mahoney; dearest sister and protector of Carol Douglas (Steve), Michael Mahoney (Janet) and Ann Hanrahan (Brian); dearest cousin to many and fond "Crazy Aunt Mary" to her nieces and nephews, Terry, Marty, Colleen and Laura Mahoney; Tommy, Katie and Claire Hanrahan; Bobby Douglas; Ryan and Meaghan Hurley; Kelly and Sean Corcoran; Maggie and Chris Guzeman; Kate, Courtney and Bridget Nepil; Claire, Andrew and Ryan Hurley; Elizabeth and Anne Personette; and cherished friend to countless others. A larger-than-life figure in the Chicago advertising community, Mary represented Adweek, True Story and most famously served as publisher of the National Enquirer. With her million-watt smile, movie-star looks, irresistible charm and unmatched sales skills, Mary was one of the most charismatic and successful magazine advertising sales executives. Visitation Thursday, January 26, 2017, from 4:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Funeral Friday, January 27, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Clement Church, 642 West Deming, Chicago, for Mass of Christian Burial. Interment at All Saints Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Clement School, 2524 North Orchard Street, Chicago, IL 60614 or Misericordia, 6300 North Ridge Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 25, 2017.

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eileen mcknight

January 17, 2025

Mary you are so missed but watching from heaven I’m sure. Your infectious smile I will always hold dear and the kindness you shared. God Blessings with you. Eileen

Eileen A McKnight

January 17, 2022

So hard to believe Mary's not here. She is so happy up there seeing Mike's success and growing family. She was a ray of sunshine in all our lives. So so sad but she's home. Love you Mary and Best to you Mike and Brian.

Matt Hurley

January 17, 2021

We miss her smile, her laughter and her jokes so much. We miss her love! May God bless her, Brian, Michael and all her family and friends. Keep us smiling Mahoney! Blessings

Bob Kimmerle

February 17, 2017

So sorry to have just now learned of Mary's passing. Prayers & condolences, from Anita and me, especially to Brian, Norene, Ann and Carol and to their families. My years spent with Bob and the above are among the best.Sadly, Jim Reilly died recently, so Bob and you all have been top of mind. Mary was truly beloved by all, and represented the best of a business I greatly enjoyed. What's more important:"Vita mutatur, non tollitur." Life is changed, not ended, as "Robert T" and all Jesuits well know.

Monica Koller Rateike

January 31, 2017

So saddened to learn of Mary's passing. Went to grammar school and high school with Mary, the girls' luncheons at her house in grammar school are treasured memories. My condolences to her family on their loss of a beautiful, funny woman gone too soon.

January 28, 2017

Brian & Mike,
Bob and I were shocked and saddened to hear of Mary's passing.
Mary Mahoney could "turn the world on with her smile" :)
We send our heartfelt sympathies to you.
Mary was a shining light - ahh that megawatt smile & vivacious personality.
Warmly your neighbors,

Monica Eorgoff & Bob Zander

January 27, 2017

Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. May God comfort and strengthen you in your time of sorrow. 1 Peter5:7

January 27, 2017

I had the pleasure of working with Mary at Macfadden Publication's Chicago office. She managed numerous adsale representatives/support staff for both consumer and trade titles. I learned so much from Mary especially in how she treated people. She was a great sales person respected and liked by people in the ad community. Mary fostered an atmosphere in the office that was upbeat and productive. Her smile always lifted the spirits of us all. Heartfelt condolences to the Mahoney and Hurley families. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,
Paul Fleishman

January 27, 2017

My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there is a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Tim Hanley

January 27, 2017

Mary called on me when I was a Media Planner at DDB Needham and on that day we became fast friends! So beautiful inside and out! Her love, support, wit and friendship will be greatly missed! As many knew, Mary always lit up a room! Yet, it was when speaking about Mike's happenings, she was the most proud and made her beautiful smile all the more brilliant! Our many fun memories will always be with me for life!

Brian & Michael, you are in my prayers and I will be there for you guys! God Bless You All!

Mahoney, I thank you for our special, loving friendship! I am gonna miss you tons!
R.I.P., My Beautiful, Gracious Friend!

XO,
Tim "HanDude" Hanley

Pilar Caballero MD

January 26, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family. I went to HS with Mary at St. Scholastica. When I saw her obituary, I was very saddened she had an infectious smile. May she rest in peace.

Cyndi Constertina

January 26, 2017

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Mary. Our prayers are with Carol, Steve, Bobby and the entire family. May your wonderful memories bring you peace.

Judy Borchers

January 26, 2017

My deepest sympathy. Mary was such a delight at St Scholastica HS. It was a joy to know her and teach her

January 26, 2017

So incredibly sad to hear of Mary's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Brian and Mike and the rest of the family. Having known Mary for so many years (30 at least) as part of "Lunch Bunch", I knew her to be an amazing, mother, wife, salesman and friend. Will Mary's smile and jokes.

Tom Blim

January 26, 2017

My deepest condolences on Mary's passing. I will always remember Mary as the absolute life of the party with her big, generous laugh and megawatt smile. Thinking of you Brian and the entire family. Take good care.
Tom Blim

Ann and John Coombe

January 26, 2017

Brian and Mike....John and I wish to extend our sincerest sympathy to both of you. Mary was such a fun, vivacious, caring lady. We absolutely loved the times (few as they were) that we got to spend with her. I was always captivated by her wonderful stories and amazing life. She will be missed by many....but none as much as you. You are both in our thoughts and prayers. Take good care! Hugs!

Marco Tinio

January 26, 2017

Our deepest condolences go out to Brian, Mike and her entire family. I remembered Mary having such a great and infectious smile and personality. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all her loved ones.

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Wanda Zee

Sent Flowers

January 26, 2017

So very sorry to hear about Mary's passing. What wonderful memories we all have of working and socializing with her!
My thoughts and prayers go out to Brian and the whole family. Mary Baglivo

Libby Jones Grabowski

January 25, 2017

My deepest condolences go out to the Mahoney and Hurley families. Mary always had such a beautiful smile! So very sorry.

January 25, 2017

Mary would light up the club when she walked in! Will miss her beautiful smile.
Love and prayers,
Claudia Kelly Goodwin
Evanston Golf Club

January 25, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with Brian, Mike and her entire family. We have known Mary for over 25 years. She had an infectious smile and amazing wit and a group of us called "Lunch Bunch" met once a month for over a dozen years. She was the life of every party and beloved by the advertising community and her friends. Mary was generous, kind, and the most devoted and loving mother on the planet Still cannot grasp that she is gone.

Linda and Ed Spitz

Terry Lykins

January 25, 2017

My condolences to the family.
I went to grammar school w/Mary and was saddened to hear of her passing.
Prayers & God Bless.

Linda Hawbaker

January 25, 2017

Mary was my favorite rep....when she stepped off the elevator with that gorgeous smile I knew my day would be a good one. I was just a receptionist but she treated me like an equal. I even met her a few times socially....a very special lady. You all have my sincere sympathies.

Linda Hawbaker

Elena (Lena) Schauer

January 25, 2017

The loss of Mary is deeply saddening. She was beautiful inside and out and had a heart of gold. There was never a dull moment with Mary. Her quick wit could clear the air no matter what the situation was. I will miss our marathon phone chats and always treasure the memories of my cherished friend.

ian Miller

January 25, 2017

Have many wonderful memories of Mary and great times in the ad biz. All the best to Brian and family.
A sweet soul.

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eileen mcknight

Sent Flowers

January 25, 2017

My condolences to Brian, Mike and her entire family. Always ready to lend a hand, help in any way, she had a most kind and generous soul. Her smile, wit, brightened us all. She left us too soon but the love she showed me and my family and the impact she had will never be forgotten.

Rest In Peace Mary and God Bless.

Eileen McKnight, Chicago IL

Evy Lara

January 25, 2017

So sorry for the loss of Mary. I've been a friend of Mike's since high school. Any time I was lucky enough to see Mary, she would always be the life of the party. I will always remember her for her smile and laughter.

Pat & Marty Barmes

January 25, 2017

Mary was a delight to know. Such a waste of talent, humor and good looks that she is taken way too soon. It's a true loss to her family and all her friends. I know her father will welcome her with open arms.

Ben Meyers

January 25, 2017

Mary always welcomed me into her home with open arms. Mike was a college roommate and remains a close friend. Each time we met Mary would have a smile and a wisecrack waiting. We will deeply miss her and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May her memory continue to live on.

Cathe Barr

January 25, 2017

I will always remember her kindness & a true friend. I am a better person for knowing her all of these years.

Christy Russell

January 25, 2017

My deepest sympathy for the loss of Mary. We went to high school together and I always remember her spirit and beautiful smile. My prayers to Mary's family.

Daniels

January 25, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the family. May your precious memories of her always bring comfort to your hearts and smiles to your faces. And may the God of all comfort help you through this difficult time.

The Sisters and Residents of Misericordia

January 24, 2017

Our sympathies and special prayers for Mary and all her family.

Dennis Roy

January 24, 2017

Mary was a bright light for sure. Quick with a joke or a story and the queen of outlandish observations. Yet a kind and gracious hostess and friend. You'll be dearly missed.

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Pam Trice

January 24, 2017

My heart goes out to the family, she was taken too soon. She was always smiling and making us laugh. I loved when she would come into the office and tell us story's about various things. I light this candle for her and her family.

Colleen Muno

January 24, 2017

So sorry for your loss of Mary.
Sending prayers

Conchita Lockhart

January 24, 2017

I was saddened to hear of Mary's passing. My heart and prayers go out to her family. Mary shown brighter than the rest of us. Funny, kind and always generous. She drew us all to her with her gorgeous smile, zest for life, quick wit, magnetic personality and infectious laughter. We are all better for having had her in our lives and known her love.

Nancy Schaul

January 24, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of Mary. She was a dear friend and confidante. Beautiful inside and out. I know she will smile down on all of us. May the comfort of her memories fill your lives.

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Judith Piccione

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Judith Piccione

January 24, 2017

Our deepest condolences to Mary's family. God bless her and keep her and may his light shine down upon her.

Shanee Gabbidon

January 23, 2017

May Mary's loved ones be revived by the God of comfort knowing he invites them to lean on him during this difficult time. Is. 57:15

Matt Hurley

January 23, 2017

Mary's smile and grace is shining down on us all. How lucky we all have been for her to have touched our lives. She remains alive in our hearts forever. God Bless Mary her family and all who loved her.

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