Mary O'Dea Obituary

Miss you, MBO.

With every passing day I miss you more and more. Your face, your smile and of course your special ways of greeting me. You are irreplaceable and definately one of a kind. The memories I will cherish until we meet again...

I do not need a special day to bring you to my mind.
The days I do not think of you are very hard to find.
Each morning when I awake I know that you are gone.
And no one knows the heartache as I try to carry on.
My heart still aches with sadness and secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you no one will ever know.
My thoughts are always with you, your place no one can fill.
In life I loved you dearly; in death I love you still.

Thinking of you always!!!!

Mar, still missing you more than ever, and remembering you always! We will definitely raise a glass (or two, or three) tonight in honor of your birthday....just wish you were here to celebrate with us. It will never be the same without you...but I know you will live on forever in our hearts!!

Love you always!!!!!!!!

Happy Birthday MBO
3-5-1977

Remembering you on your birthday...

February 28, 2008

I only knew you briefly, although you have touched my life more than you will ever know. I was just thinking of you. I hung your picture up because I missed your face. I only wish I would of had more time with you.

Well it's been a year and I still cannot believe you are gone. The world is a much quieter place without you here. You lit up everyone's world and there will never be another quite like you. Miss you terribly Mar. I love you!

Can't believe a year has gone by already. Nothing is the same without you here....miss u, love u.

Totally miss you MBO,
XO

I love you Mar, not a day goes
by that I don't think of you.
Until we meet again...

Memories are like stars in the dark night of sorrow.
May time soften the pain until all that remains is the beauty of the memories...and the love, always the love.

If I could have a lifetime wish
a dream that would come true
I'd pray to God with all my heart
for yesterday and you.
A thousand words can't bring you back
I know because I've tried
And neither will a million tears
I know because I've cried.
You left behind my broken heart
and happy memories too
I never wanted memories...
I only wanted you.

Mar, it has been 6 months since you left us, and it just doesn't get any easier. I miss you so much!! Words can not express what we are feeling, but I want you to know, not a day goes by that you are not thought of. You were truly loved by so many and you will live on forever in our hearts.
BFF...Love you, Tara

Our tears cannot wipe away the sorrow you feel in your loss of Mary Beth. There are no answers, just so many questions. Our prayer is you find the strength to cope, the ability to laugh again, and to enjoy the gift of memories that Mary Beth and Jack have left in your hearts. Until you meet again may God hold you in the palm of His Hand.

Mar...we miss you more every single minute of everyday. Knowing I have a naughty angel up there looking out for me is only a small comfort. We'd all rather have you here calling us names and making us laugh. I will forever treasure the time I got to spend with you. We love and miss you.

Susan, John, Katie, and Dan Your strength and faith are amazing. Thank you for your wonderful daughter and sister. She was an amazing friend who you can be assured will never ever be forgotten.

Always and forever in my heart.
Love Ya

Though I know what I feel may be a little difficult for some people to read but I think most of us who knew and were close to Mary Beth may feel the same. I'm mad! Yes, very angry and I hear that this is perfectly normal in the grieving process. But lately I have felt very, very angry. I still cannot believe that we have lost you. This just seems so cruel. I don't know how anyone can stand it. Crying is over now and the pain has set in as anger. I keep thinking that you will call and say "Hey, what's all this about, these writings and messages? Where is Sheri? What's everyone been up to?" Oh how I long for just one fraction of a second to see you and touch you again. I know this page is for "good memories" well with Mary Beth there are only good memories. But there is such an aching in my heart I feel like we have all been cheated. I think everyone feels this. To Mary Beth's family: I hope that this has not been hurtful to you, but I just had to express my feelings. I pray that in time I can accept this great loss with more peace and understanding. Mary Beth, watch over us and bless us with your sweet grace. We all need it to catch up with you. Love You & Miss You UNBEARABLY.

My favorite memory of MaryBeth goes back to Christmas break when I was in 6th grade (Mar was in 5th). We spent the entire break together, during which Mar was determined to teach me the art of mastering the Super Mario Brothers game on the original Nintendo System. Honestly, I had zero interest in the game before my lessons with her, but by the time we were through, her enthusiasm became quite contagious and I had become an expert (still not as good as Mar though!)Before Christmas break was over, I forced my parents to go out and buy me my own Nintendo system so I could practice and become a pro just like her!! What can I say...her enthusiasm was infectious!! And to this day, every time I see an advrtisement or commercial for a video game, I will think of MaryBeth. And each and every day that I go to work and wear my star, I will wear it proudly in memory of her, with the hope that I can expend as much enthusiasm in my lifetime that she showed each day of her life on earth.

MBO, it's been almost two weeks now since you left us and every day seems to get harder. Your voice and face are stuck in my head. I keep hearing "What's Up Bananas" you along with my cousin Kelly continued to constantly call me Bananas and even though I hated it you calling me that just made me laugh. One of my many favorite memories is when you had all us girls (and Ryan :))to your parents place in Indiana. You were so annoyed that we made you drive us around the lake on the pontoon from 10 a.m. til dusk pretty much. I think we were the only boat out there too! I am very lucky to have had you in my life. You will live on forever through your friends and family and all the wonderful funny memories we all have. Love you and miss you.

Lately I have been thinking of all the different memories that I have shared with MaryBeth..!! There is one in particular that I can stop laughing about... One year I had a birthday sleepover, and MBO decided that she was going to use someone's sleeping bag as a slip n slide... So she cleared the room and put this slippery blanket in the middle of the room, and off she went... She ran and slid off the blanket and flew in a totally different room.. She thought it was soo fun, she did it several times, and she had soo much fun she ran right into the radiator and fractured a toe!!!~~ thats Marybeth for you.. Of course she got a few people to do it after her!!! I will never forget you Mar!! Love you

Dawn Cordin Babuskow!!

Any time I think of Mary Beth, my thoughts always go back to the to the old days...the Valentine Swim Team days, when Mar, my sister and I ruled the 8 and under division with our relay team. I remember our plot to kidnap my sister's parakeet and bring it to a swim meet because Mar thought the team needed a mascot. That's where our friendship began. She was my friend all through our years at St. Gabe's, and she shared my locker with me at St. Ignatius for most of the 3 years that we were there together because my locker was in a "better hallway" than hers was. I always knew what a great person she was, and that I was lucky to be counted as her friend - now I know understand what an honor it is to have known her. Thanks for just being you, Mar. We're sad that you're gone, but you'll never be forgotten.

Even though I only knew Mary Beth for a few years, it was clear from all the commemorations that she had lived life to the fullest and with no regrets. Mary Beth truly loved life, her family, her friends and her job as a Chicago Police Officer.

This past week has been extremely difficult for everyone who knew Mary Beth and Sheri. As for me, this week has completely changed my outlook in life. Attending both the wake and funeral, I was overwhelmed with emotions. It saddens me that this wonderful person is no longer on earth to grace us with her presence, her wit and her beautiful blue eyes. However, when my day comes, I will definitely look her up in heaven to let her know how she changed my life. Mary Beth we miss you and love you dearly.

Mary Beth, we want you to know that when the time comes, that you can count on us as we always counted on you, to help Sheri through her time of grieve. We will fill her heart with loving memories of you and we promise to hold her hand and lend a shoulder to lean on when times get rough.
Please know that I am praying for the entire O'Dea Family, Friends and Sam.

I didn't personally know you however, I am on the CPD and have heard wonderful things about you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I am incredibly sorry for their loss.

Mar, I don't even know where to start... oh yes I do, I want to tell you how much I absolutely love you and I miss you so much already. I want to thank you for standing beside me my whole life as a wonderful, true friend, from the time we were 5 years old, standing in line in kindergarten to the time you stood beside me on my wedding day this year. I am so fortunate to have had a friend like you, so honest, so caring, and so funny. I don't know how we will go on without you and I don't know who will make us laugh as much as you did. You were always the life of the party, I know Amy's dancing will keep us laughing, but nothing compares to your humor and sarcasm. I am so glad to have had 29 years of knowing you, I just wish it could have been longer. It was just amazing to see how many people loved you and how many lives will be changed by this. My life will never be the same from here on out, but I know I am a better person just for having you in my life. I will always love you and you know you will never be forgotten. Missing you so much, Tara!!

To the O'Dea Family, and Sam

There are so many memories of Mary Beth that I don't know where to begin. She always made everyone laugh and would do anything for anyone. I will treasure the memories that we had with her. One of the more recent memories was from my sister's wedding, how she came through the door looking beutiful and would not take her jacket off, becuase she was wearing a dress (she never liked them that much) but not only because it was a dres but because it was strapless and purple. She wore that jacket for at least an hour, if not more. But that was Marybeth. I will miss her so much especially her punches in the arm when you would first see her. Please know that I am praying for the entire O'Dea Family and Sam. Lets not let those memories go.
I miss you so much. I love you MBO.

Mar-
Where do I start? From the beginning would be best but I could go on forever. I want to thank you for our wonderful friendship...I would do anything for one more laugh, hug or smart remark from you. You were an amazing person, I will never forget you. I love you, Mar!
To John and Sue-
I want to thank you for raising such an amazing person. My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you and your family.
Love,
Jenny

O'dea family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you, and comfort you always.

-With heartfelt sympathy

Dear O'Dea Family & Sam,
May God's Grace and the memories of your beloved bring you comfort and peace. He will never give to us anything that we cannot endure, and what a testimony of His Promise and Faith you all are. Thank you.
I have read all of the preceeding entries and have found each new one to be more comforting than the last. It is with this great outpouring of Love and Blessings from family, friends, neighbors and even those who only knew Mary Beth a short time, that helps us to accept this loss and I pray that these words help to heal your broken hearts. MBO one of Chicago's Finest...So Brave, So Beautiful, So Missed.

I went to high school with Mary Beth. I remember her being so sweet and funny. We shared a bond because we lived in the same area. Our small group hung out together because of that bond of living near each other. She was a great friend and she will be missed. I can't believe she's gone. She was so young. It makes me remember just how short life is, and that while we are here (no matter if it is a short or long time), that we should live life to the fullest. Mary Beth certainly lived life to the fullest. She led a life of honor and greatness. I know her family is very proud of her. I'm very honored just to have known her. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire O'Dea family.

The Policeman's Last Roll Call...
The policeman stood and faced his god, which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shining, just as brightly as his brass. "Step forward now, policeman. How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek? To my church have you been true?"
The policeman squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't. Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint. I've had to work most Sundays, and at times my talk was rough, and sometimes I've been violent because the streets are awfully tough. But I never took a penny that wasn't mine to keep, though I worked alot of overtime when the bills just got to steep. And I never passed a cry for help, though times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept many unmanly tears. I know I don't deserve a place among people here, they never wanted me around except to calm their fear. If you've a place for me Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, but if you don't, I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne where the Saints had often trod. As the policeman waited quietly, for the judgement of his God. "Step forward now, policeman, you've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets, you've done your time in hell."
R.I.P MBO

To Mary Beth's entire family-
I could take up pages telling you how much Mary Beth meant to all her friends, especially us Canaryvillers who loved her humorous and down to earth personality. She welcomed me when I was the new kid in town at 10 years old and has been one of my closest friends ever since. I'll never forget the days hanging out at Sue's shop on 43rd, our time beating most of the boys in basketball at Boyce and long drives to visit Katie at UofI. Our friendship even survived living together in an 8'x8' dorm room at SIU freshman year! Although she is physically gone from our lives, she will never be forgotten. I hope the love and memories you have of her will help you through this painful time. MBO - we love and miss you more each day!

My and family sympathy & prayers to the O'Dea family on this tragic happening. I didn't personally know the family, but I know Mrs. O'dea from women's club, church. You are so nice to me, always saying hi to me.
I'm so sorry for you and your family. I saw on t.v. news and heard the last name, I hoped it wasn't your family, but the next day I found out it was, I couldn't believe it. Like I said before my prayers are with you and yours.

Sincerely
Gloria A Valdez & Valdez Family

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

To my oldest and dearest friend Marybeth, "BUBBLES" "MBO" O'Dea: I loved you like a sister, I feel like part of me is missing. Here's to the days of climbing that tree barefoot, swimming in the pool, breaking Kul's window, taking 1st in kittenball, roadtrips to Indi then and now, pretending we were the best skateboarders in the neighboorhood, dancing many nights away (even though I had to pull you up on the dance floor), concerts, Key West, waverunners, that damn moped, pontoons, bean bags, Purple Passion, and having a friendship that would last an eternity. You are gone but not forgotten my dear pal. Life will never be the same without you, your smile, your laughter, your beauty. I only hope I can be half the person you were. You gave me and everyone you met your friendship, your loyalty, your love and I will never, ever forget you. R.I.P Mar, I love you! XOXOXO

To the O'Dea family. - Suzy and John, we were so sorry to hear about your wonderful daughter - Mary Beth's terrible accident. Suzy, we watched you grow up on Menard Ave., and all of your brothers and sisters. All of the kids in the Bilecki family had a friend in the Finn family. Even though we have moved from Chicago we still keep in touch with neighbors on Menard. We know that your Mom and Dad have your children in their care - just as they always had you in their good care. You know that as a Police Family we will always have a special connection. May God Bless you all and knowing that so many care bring you comfort.

To the Entire O'Dea Family...
From the moment I met MaryBeth, I knew she would touch my life forever. She was one of the most incredible, vibrant, loyal friends I have had in my life. Your family has been so much fun to be around over the years. You have always made me feel so welcome - like family. It was a gift to have known MaryBeth and all of you. I pray for you day and night. May God be with all of you during this most difficult time. Be well.
Love - Kelly O'Brien

We express our deepest sympathies to you on the loss of your daughter, Mary Beth. You will be in our prayers.

M. Satterwhite and M. Purdom

TO THE O'DEA FAMILY,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOURS. MAY YOUR HAPPY MEMORIES OF MARY BETH ,HELP YOU GET THROU THIS . YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR PRAYERS. JOAN [RYAN ]TRENTZ, DAN, VAL/,KEVIN MOSS, CHUCKIE,/ LINDA, DONNA/,DAN BRACKEN, AND LAURIE ./BRYAN

Suzy, John and O'Dea Family,

My heart breaks for you and your family. Your in my thoughts and prayers.

Rose Ivers

To the O'Dea Family, My deepest sympathy and Prayers are with you at this time. I grew up with Mary Beth since we were in Kindergarten. Our Birthdays were a few days apart and I would always remember her around that time. Although, as we grew up and got older, we did not see each other that often, but when we did, it felt like it was without losing a beat. She just had that way about her... she was indeed a friend. It was an honor and pleasure to have known her. She will be greatly missed.

To The O'Dea Family,
Though words cannot express the sadness that we feel for your loss, we pray that you take comfort in these words...
To those whose lives have been touched by Mary Beth O'Dea,
you have suffered a great loss.
And to those who had not met Mary Beth, you too have suffered a great loss.
MBO-Forever in our hearts.

John & Sue, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss.

To the O'Dea Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are very sorry for your loss. God Bless.

I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that God will keep you strong and help you through these hard times.

Dear O'Dea Family

I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. May God be with you and your family during this time.

Our prayers are with you at this time.We are very sorry for your loss. The Hyland Family

Dear John, Sue & Family:
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of Mary Beth. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God keep you in His care.
Sincerely,
Joe & Helen Henry

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind be always at your back
May the sun shine warm upon your face
And rains fall soft upon your fields
And until we meet again
May God hold you in the palm of His hand

We are so sorry for your tragic loss, your family is in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.

Mr & Mrs O'Dea and Family,

We are deeply sorry for your loss. You are all in our daily thoughts and prayers.

Cruz Family

To the O'Dea Family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of Mary Beth. The O'Dea family is in my prayers.

Dear John, Susie and Family,

There are no words to express how bad we feel for your loss.

I remember Mary Beth as a little girl when I use to come over to visit with Tara. She was as cute as could be and she loved to yell and argue her point! I'm surprised she didn't become a lawyer!

She grew up to become a beautiful woman with an awesome smile who protected all of us. All of Chicago will feel her loss.

Every sunny day should be proclaimed a "Mary Beth" day.

Love and Gods Blessings to All.

John, Sue and the greater O'Dea Family: May God bless you and be with you through this tough time . . .and may Mary Beth find her way swiftly into heaven and the arms of her loved ones that have gone before her. Take care, you are in our prayers.

Susan & Family -
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers. May God's love surround you and comfort you.
- Alyson

MaryBeth WAS SUCH A RAY OF SUNSHINE. SHE HAD A GREAT WAY OF MAKING ME LAUGH EVERYDAY AT WORK. THINGS WILL NEVER BE SAME WHEN I WALK INTO THE LOCKER ROOM AND NOT SEEING HER SHARING HER LOCKER WITH CATINO. THEY HAD SUCH A REMARKABLE FRIENDSHIP AND IT'S SOMETHING I WILL TREASURE AND HOLD ON TO FOR THE REST OF THE DAYS! SHE WAS SUCH A FRESH OF BREATH AIR. I WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP HER AND HER FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS AND HEART.

When Mary Beth walked into a room everyone knew she was there. She was funny and so sarcastic. Her sarcasm and humor is what everyone loved. She is already missed and will continue to be missed forever. I felt honored to know her.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

My deepest sympathy is extended to the O'Dea family. My prayers are with you.God Bless!

To The O'Dea Family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our hearts are saddened to hear of the passing of MaryBeth. Our heart aches with the feelings of loss that you all have. Know that God is right there with you and will give you grace and peace far beyond understanding.

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family is this time of grief. Mary Beth was an awesome person who always had a smile on her face and always put a smile on the face of others. She will be gratefully missed by all. My prayers go out to Mr. and Mrs. O'Dea, Katie, and my Uncle Dan. God Bless

On behalf of the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, we would like to express our deepest sympathy to the entire family of Mary Beth. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone who knew and loved her.
She will never be forgotten

John, Sue & family,
May the Grace of God keep you and see you through in your time of sorrow. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

John,Sue,Dan,Katie and the entire O'Dea family,
It matters not how long a star shines. What is remembered is the brightness of it's light. May the very bright light Mary Beth leaves behind be a comfort to you during this very dark period of your lives.
Sincerely, Linda Moran

John, Sue, Dan, Katie and the entire O'Dea family.
Remember, it matters not how long a star shines...what is remembered is the brightness of it's light. May the very bright light Mary Beth leaves behind be a comfort to all of you during this dark period of your lives. You are in my prayers.
Sincerely, Linda Moran

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

My heart and prayers go out to the entire O'Dea family. Mary Beth has touched my heart and so many others. She was one of a kind and I will truly miss her.

Mr. and Mrs. O'Dea,
I was very sorry to hear of Mary Beth's passing, she was a nice girl. I will always remember her.
My thoughts and prayers are with
you at this time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Take Care
Mickey Urias

To the O'Dea Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
The Mulheron Family

John, Susie, Katie, Dan and the O'Dea family,
I am so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of MaryBeth. My heart cries for you and with you as you endure yet another tragic loss to your wonderful family. I will always remember Mar's quick wit and her beaming smile. May your bonds of family and faith see you through this difficult time. You are all in my prayers.

Mr. and Mrs. O'Dea,

I was deeply saddened to hear of your dear, sweet, Mary Beth's passing. As a mother myself now, I just don't know how I would cope.

As I read the Sun Times article I was reminded of just why I respected and looked up to both of you as a young girl. Your profound faith and belief in God shone through as always. The same belief my grandparents worked so hard to instill in me. The very same faith I long ago, strayed from and am only now working to mend.

Thank you for helping me see that it’s going to be okay if I let go and let God once again. His Love can and will always see me through; I just need to begin to believe and practice this faith in my everyday life again.

My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this time of great sadness. God bless and keep you all.

Dear John,
Our prayers are with you and your family during this time of sadness. God bless you.
Ron Palmer

Dear John,Sue and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

The Cotteleer's
Larry & Jennifer
Nikolas and Joshua

Mr & Mrs O'Dea, Dan, Katie and families, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Chicago has lost one of it's "Finest". We are greatful for all your family has given to this city of ours. We know "MBO" is up there smiling down on you.
God Bless
The McNamara family

I did not know Mary Beth all that well,but what i did know was that she always seemed happy and had a smile for just about everyone, my thought and prayers are with your family.

John, Sue and family,

My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy. I can not imagine the heartache of losing a child. It's not supposed to happen once in parent's lifetime ... it most certainly should not happen twice. All of you, especially Mary Beth, have been foremost in my thoughts and will remain in my prayers.

Peace and comfort,

Mary Alice

The Botica family wishes to extend our most sincere condolence to the entire O'Dea family. May the many happy memories you all share be of comfort. God bless you all.
Marty & Kathy Botica

Dear John and Sue,
So, so sorry to hear about Mary Beth. I'm sure there are no words that can comfort or ease the pain. Thankfully there is a amazing community of family and friends for you to lean on as you go through this very trying time. All my thoughts and prayers are with you now.
Sincerely, Cindy Caponera

John and family:
I was truly sorry to hear of the loss of Mary Beth. I extend my deepest sympothys and will remember you all in my prayers.

Deep peace I breathe into you
Oh weariness here, O ache, here!
Deep peace, a soft white dove to you;
Deep peace, a quiet rain to you;
Deep peace, an ebbing wave to you!
Deep peace, red wind of the east from you;
Deep peace, gray wind of the west to you;
Deep peace, dark wind of the north from you;
Deep peace, blue wind of the south to you!
Deep peace, pure red of the flame to you;
Deep peace, pure white of the moon to you;
Deep peace, pure green of the grass to you;
Deep peace, pure brown of the living earth to you;
Deep peace, pure gray of the dew to you;
Deep peace, pure blue of the sky to you!
Deep peace of the running wave to you,
Deep peace of the flowing air to you,
Deep peace of the quiet Earth to you,
Deep peace of the sleeping stones to you,
Deep peace of the yellow shepherd to you,
Deep peace of the wandering shepherdess to you,
Deep peace of the Flock of Stars to You.
Deep Peace of the Son of Peace to You.
Deep peace, Deep Peace.

- Old Irish Blessing of Peace

My condolences to the O'dea family.

To The O'Dea Family;
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family; no words can express how sorry I am for your loss. May God be with you in this time of need, you are all in my prayers.
Sincerely;
Dee Dee Barrett & Family

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

TO The Family of Mary Beth O'Dea
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved daughter. We know how difficult this time is for you and we pray that loving thoughts and fond memories of Mary Beth will help to comfort you in your time of sorrow. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The McFarlane Family

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from your neighbors at Nativity of Our Lord Parish in Bridgeport. May you know the healing touch of Jesus Christ during this most difficult time. Masses will be offered for Mary Beth here at Nativity in the coming weeks and months.

O'Dea Family;

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We are so sorry for your loss. May your happy memories live long in your hearts and bring smiles to your faces.

Jim & D. D Krow

To The O'Dea Family,I want to express my sincere sympathy to your whole family.I am one of the medics with CGH EMS and was on the call to Mary Beth's accident and wanted you all to know how very sorry I am for your loss.You've been on my mind daily.My heart goes out to you. May He always keep you all in the palm of his hand.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

No words can express the sympathy that goes out to your family! Your faith and cherished memories will get you through this very difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with your family!

Im very sorry about Mary Beth, and praying for all the O'Dea family and one of my good friends Danny O'Dea.

Dearest O'Dea family,

My most sincere condolences on the loss of Mary Beth, she could always bring a smile to my face during our academy days. She will be missed. Be comforted in knowing she is now making the angels smile and laugh with her uncanny wit.

John,Sue, and Family. I cannot put into words how I feel for you during this difficult time. My every thought, and prayer is with your entire family. I have to believe Jack, and Marybeth, will be looking down helping you through this. My deepest condolences.

Chicago has lost a promising star, and she will be missed by all...

John,Sue and family:
Our Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the loss of Mary Beth. Her smile will be forever in my heart.

Sandy Sielaff(Rochford)

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies to you at this time of great loss.

John,Sue and Family:

Well, what can I say that would make you all feel better - not too much I am afraid. Losing one child is unbearable but a second one is just unthinkable. I remember Mary Beth well from her "mini" career at Duff & Phelps and she was a joy to have around. Was thinking back on the time you came over to show us one of John's old cars and Mary Beth was very young and brought her skate board along. So hard to understand God's plan but I guess we just have to believe in it and know she is happy and with her big brother Jack. As you know, I do know the hurt you are feeling after losing Tracey just 10 mos. ago. I wish I could be with you and give you some sort of support but unfortunately am out of town right now. Please know that my thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with you all. Take care and hold onto one another during this tough road ahead. She will be so missed.

Fondly,
Maureen

Dear John Susie, Katie and Dan
All of us will always remember Mary Beth's Smiling face, and all the joy she brought into the family, she will be missed. We send you all our love and prayers to help you through this difficult time.
AUNT Clara,
COUSINS Edward and Michael O'Dea

We are very sorry for your loss and wish to extend our condolences to all of you. Please know your family is in our prayers everyday.

The Garcia Family-Maria, Cindy, Margie, Carly, Carlo, Michelle and Christina (Poorboy's)

My deepest sympathy to your family. I worked with Mary Beth when she was with the Sheriff's department. She was a great girl and will be missed. Your family is in my prayers

John & Sue. My deepest sympathy to you both on the loss of your daughter Mary Beth. My wife and I were watching WGN TV from our home in Florida last night (Friday). When I heard the news report of this accident and heard the name O'Dea I thought and prayed it was not a member of your family. I now find that it was your daughter. Please know that your family is in our prayers at this time.