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Mary Patricia Kelly Murnane

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Murnane, Mary Patricia Kelly age 88, of Gifford, IL, formerly of Chicago, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2005, beloved wife of Robert Kelly and the late William Murnane, cherished mother of Mike Kelly of Gifford, IL, and one step-son, William Murnane of Raymond, NH, fond grandmother of five, dear daughter of the late William Alfred Stevens and Agnes Antoinette (Tully) Stevens. Preceded in death by five brothers and her stepson. She worked for Braniff and Delta Airlines for 10 years. Member of St. Malachy Catholic Church, Rantoul, IL. Graveside service Wednesday, November 23rd, 11 a.m., at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Worth, IL. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Make-A-Wish Foundation or St. Malachy School Education Fund. Visitation Tuesday, 5 to 7 p.m. at Lux Funeral Home, 1551 East Grove, Rantoul, IL, 217-892-9644.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 22, 2005.

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Charlene Murnane Wagner

December 9, 2005

Hello everyone! I saw Aunt Pat's name in the obituary today, Dec.9. I am very sorry to hear about your mother, Mike.I would have tried to get to the wake, if I had known about it. My mother and sister are coming in next week. I will let them know. Have a save holiday/Christmas. Love, Charlene

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