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Mary Sternquist Obituary

Sternquist, Mary Jean age 52, (nee Spizzirri), beloved wife of Peter L., adoring mother of Gianna Hardt, step-mother of Jason Peter, cherished daughter of Jeanne (late Joseph C. Sr.) Spizzirri (nee Jansky), devoted sister of Joseph Jr., Charles (late Deborah), Donna Spizzirri, step-grandmother of Jason Peter and Randy Sternquist, fond aunt of Timothy, Robert, Kenneth and Stacey Spizzirri. Funeral services at the Adolf Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2921 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn, on Tuesday, April 24, at 10:30 a.m. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. Cremation will be private. Info 708-484-4111.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 22, 2007.

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Kathy Murray (Gallery)

April 30, 2007

You fought the battle long enough, now it is time for peace. To all of those left behind my prayers and thoughts are with you. Each time I think of Mary Jean I will smile and remember what a beautiful person she was.

Steven Stimbrosky

April 28, 2007

My Deepest Condolances To All Who Love $ Will Miss Mary Jean. She Will Be Missed By Many. My Deepest Sympathy To The Spizzirri Family.Steve Stimbrosky

Diane Porto

April 27, 2007

Pete and family, I was sorry to hear of your loss. May you find strength in the memories dearest to your heart.

Jeremy Lang

April 25, 2007

With all the chaos in the world Mary Jean brought a little kindness and understanding to it. I regret not being able to attend services, and want the family to know she will forever be remembered.

Ken Rybka

April 25, 2007

Please accept my condolences and deepest sympathy for your great loss. I regret that I was unable to attend the visitation service at the Adolf Funeral Home. My prayers go out to Mary Jean and to her family, May God Bless All of you.

Bill Wagner

April 23, 2007

My deepest sympathy and heart felt condolences go out to the families.
May Mary Jean rest in peace..bless her soul.

Pamela Nachel

April 23, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Mike Boehm

April 23, 2007

A beautiful and wonderful human being!!! It seems like only yesterday that our families would hang out on the front porch until the late hours. Those were some of the fondest memories of my childhood and I will cherish them forever. On behalf of the entire Boehm Family our deepest sympathies to both families.

chris swistek

April 23, 2007

our thoughts and prayers are with jason,his father and mary jeans's family.
cindy and i are truly sorry for your loss!
god bless you all!

Natalie Chavarria

April 23, 2007

Dance like nobody is watching. That's how I would say that Mary Jean lived her life. I will miss her candid outlook on life..honest with a bit of humor. I loved hearing the stories my mom would tell. They always brought a good laugh. Understandably, the void that is left will never be filled. However the memories left are endless. I know that I have many of my own. Please know that she will not only live on in your hearts, but in the hearts of many others. I know that my mom's life will never be the same and I truly hope that Mary Jean knows how much she meant to her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna ( Debbie's Sister)

April 23, 2007

Charley and family
I pray for God's strengh and courage to see you through this time of sorrow and pain.

Lauren Franco

April 23, 2007

"God looked around his Garden and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon his earth and saw your loving face.
He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.
His Garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best."

A true friend with a beautiful soul, Mary Jean made the world laugh and hearts smile. Forever will she be missed, but NEVER forgotten. With every breath of fresh air and laughter that is heard..Mary Jean lives. In our hearts forever she will be.<3.

Greg & Linda Sobotka

April 23, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to your family on the death of one of my best friends and cousin. She was always so special to us. We will miss her dearly and know she is with God and will watch over all of us as we go on without her. We will especially miss her wonderful humor and smile and wonderful outlook on life. We love you MJ and love all of you forever. Greg & Linda

Jack & Bridget Bonham

April 23, 2007

We only met Mary once, but from that brief visit, and occasional notes exchanged, we knew her as a special lady. Our hearts go out to you Gianna, and your family.
All our best. Love, Jack & Bridget (Mateyo's parents)

Margie Richard

April 23, 2007

As we struggle with the loss of our beloved Maryjean, may we find the strength to go on through our cherished memories of her. Her sweet smiling face will be etched in our hearts. Rest in peace MJ. We will truly miss you.
Cousin Margie & Family

April 23, 2007

Mary Jean was a person every one would love to know. Full of spirt and lots of love. She will be truly missed forever......Sincerly Nancy
Addington

ROBIN HARLACHER- KRUEGER

April 23, 2007

I HAVE KNOW THE SPIZZIRRI FAMILY FROM THE TIME I WAS IN THE 4 TH GRADE. I AM SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS MARY JEAN WILL BE MISS AND NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. SHE HAD A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR AND WAS FUN TO BE AROUND. TO DONNA AND THE FAMILY I AM SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS AND I WILL ALWAYS BE HERE FOR ALL OF YOU.

Joan Amore

April 23, 2007

I was blessed to have spent this last New Years' Eve with Mary. We laughed, talked, ate, and reminisced. She will be remembered fondly and missed greatly.

Big Marv

April 22, 2007

mary jean a true dearest friend. I will miss dearly.

Anna Sternquist

April 22, 2007

GIANNA, PETE, FAMILY AND FRIENDS - MY PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU. MARY JEAN HAS BEEN A WONDERFUL SISTER IN LAW TO ME AND SHE WILL BE FOREVER MISSED. LOVE COOKIE

Tina Koseck

April 22, 2007

My heart goes out to Mary Jean's family and friends. Your loss - our loss is truly great. Mary Jean will forever be remembered by me as beautiful! She loved her family and friends very much and to have known her is both an honor and a privilege. The memories I have of Mary are precious - she touched my life in a very special way and I thank God for giving me time with her.

LINDA BURNS

April 22, 2007

GIANNA;SPIZZIRRI FAMILY & STERNQUIST FAMILY MY PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES ARE WITH YOU ALL.

Patty Alm-Cochonour

April 22, 2007

For every tear may all of you have a million reasons to smile. My heart felt sympathy to all of you.

GERT &RICK PINKERTON FAMILY

April 22, 2007

DEAR SPIZZIRRI FAMILY
I'M SORRY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS,
OUR THOUGHTS AND HEARTS ARE WITH YOU

GERT PINKERTON FAMILY

April 22, 2007

DEAR SPIZZRRI FAMILY
I'M VERY SORRY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS
AND OUR THOUGTHS ARE WITH YOU

KATHY & ED LAGACE

April 22, 2007

dear spizzirri family
as the days and weeks pass and as you return to life's runtines may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends our hearts are with at this sad time.

Mirella Piazzolla

April 22, 2007

Mary Jean has touched so many people in a very special way. I will never forget the first time JayJay called her Grandma it was GAMMA and GAMMA she will be forever. Mary Jean you will be missed by many. I have many fond memories with you that I will never forget. Thank you for all of the good times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Mirella

Scott Schalund

April 22, 2007

Mary Jean was the best. She could always make me laugh. I can still hear her saying "Hey Babe". Our Prayers are with the Family.
Love
Scott & Nikki Schalund

kathy Kocisky

April 22, 2007

To my friend from childhood ,I will always remember your funny sense of humor,you were a trooper, you are my hero.
love,
Kathy Kocisky

CAROLYN CLAUSEN

April 22, 2007

Mary was loved and very special to all of us and our prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
Love John and Carolyn

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