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Mary O'Dwyer Obituary

O'Dwyer, Mary Kathryn (nee Keil) Age 84, of Glenview, former long-time resident of Wilmette. Dear wife of the late William J.; loving mother of Anne Marie (Gerald J.) White, David W. (Christine), Kathryn O. (Walt) Bogner, and the late Michael A. O'Dwyer; adored "Nana" to Emily (Cody) Bogner Burk, Kevin W. O'Dwyer, Pamela (Daniel) McCormick, Michael O. White, Kathryn (Matt) Erbach, and Meaghan M. (Bradley) Weitzel; cherished great-grandmother of Caroline Grace Burk, Mia Mariah Weitzel, Brady William Burk, and William Joseph Weitzel. Wonderful mother, loving friend and coworker to all at Long Grove Confectionery in Wilmette for over 20 years. Her, "WELL, WE WON'T WORRY WILL WE," will be greatly missed by all who knew her and relied on her for love and support. A memorial Mass will be held Monday, April 21, 2014 9:30 a.m. Saint Joseph Church, 1747 Lake Avenue, at Ridge Road, Wilmette, IL 60091. Interment will be at All Saints Cemetery, Des Plaines, IL. Info: (847)675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 18, 2014.

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Diane Kretz

April 10, 2025

Just got back from Cayman. Think of her (fondly called Chocolate Mary by my kids) every time I vacation there.

Patricia Atchison

April 10, 2020

Dearest Kelly (Mary) You are long gone but certainly not forgotten. So many things daily remind me of our long and loving friendship. You were as sweet at 16 when we met as you were to the end. When ever I think of you (which is often) I can still feel your warmth & friendship. We look forward to meeting you and Bill again on Cloud 9 sometime in the near future. Pat 92 & Tom 94

Diane Kretz

April 10, 2019

Every time we go to Cayman we think of Mary and her kind, gentle nature. She is still missed.

Sarah Dean Barnett

June 11, 2014

We, the staff of Plantation Village, are saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend. We enjoyed her visits to the office and often she invited us to chat with her by the pool. She was a kind, loving person. We enjoyed her chocolates and little gifts. We will cherish the fond memories and pray that God will comfort her dear family. Her soul will rest in peace.

May 11, 2014

Anne, David, and Katie,
I happened to see your mom's notice in the paper and wanted to say what happy memories I have of your mom's smiling face. God bless you all.
Anne Becker Brinckerhoff

Micheal & Arlene Cwynar

May 2, 2014

To all of Mary's Lovely Family,

Micheal and I wish to say how sad we felt on hearing of Mary's passing. She was our dear "across-the-street" neighbor, for many years. We could always count on a wonderful smile, from Mary, whenever our paths met. Her expressed wish, when she realized that Plan B would be enacted, was that "a lovely young family would come to live in her beloved home."

Wishing you peace and many happy memories,

Dr. and Mrs. Micheal Cwynar

May 1, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss. Rely on God Almighty to get you through this difficult time.
Psalms 62:7

Heather Hirschle Cassell

April 27, 2014

Mary was my first boss when I was in high school and worked at Long Grove Confectionery with Ruth and Gert. What wonderful times we all had together. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Heather Hirschle Cassell

April 20, 2014

Unfortunately I haven't seen Mary in a long time
but I do remember how good she was to my children,Brian and Tracy, when she was in charge of the St. Joseph school cafeteria. Brian was a friend of Michael's.
From time to time I saw her at the Long Grove Confectionery. She was always welcoming and brightened a day.
Denise Philpot

Barb Efaw

April 19, 2014

Mary was a very special person to Larry and I. We had so many happy hours by the pool in Cayman. We also had much fun going to lunch at the Lighthouse. She loved to go there to eat but also to shop for the "special gifts" she always found. She loved her family so very much. She was so proud of all of you.
"Chocolate Mary" as she was called by many of us, will always have a special place in my heart.

Diane Kretz

April 18, 2014

Mike and I are so sad to hear about Mary. She was such a wonderful person and we so enjoyed her at Plantation Village in the Caymans. We had great discussions with her by the pool, and got to know her and the family of which she was so proud. She was a caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and her memory will be lovingly kept in our hearts. May God watch over her now as she watched over the rest of us.

Jeannine Landry

April 18, 2014

Dear Annie,Jerry,Kathy,Walt, And Family, m'y deepest And sincère sympathy. I enjoyed Her company à lot And Will miss Mary In Caymans. She had à good Life And was surrounded by you all, Who loved Her And she loved you so Much.

Pat & Tom Atchison

April 18, 2014

Dear Annie,Jerry, Katie and David, our heartfelt condolences to all. We who knew and loved her for nearly 60 years are truly heartbroken. She was a very special and generous friend and will be sorely missed by Pat & Tom

Debbie Weiner

April 18, 2014

I worked with Mary at Long Grove. She was a beautiful person who always had a smile on her face. She will be missed. My condolences to the family.

Sanara

April 18, 2014

To the family of Mary O'Dwyer please except my condolences and know that at your time of need you can draw close to God.- James 4:8

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