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Mary Wachala Obituary

Wachala, Mary Ruth (nee Brislen), 62, of Chicago, IL, passed away after a long battle with cancer, daughter of J. Paul and Ruth Brislen (nee Pallasch), beloved wife of Raymond J. Wachala, loving mother of Beth (John) Caughlin, Jenn (Ed) Price and Kathy Wachala, dear grandmother of Daniel and Natalie Caughlin. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 W. Irving Park Rd. Funeral Monday, at 10:30 a.m., to St. Viator Church for 11 a.m. Mass. Interment Montrose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Cancer Wellness Center would be appreciated. 847-509-9595 or www.cancerwellness.org. For info: 773-588-5850

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jun. 15 to Jun. 16, 2007.

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Steve, Sally, Alexis and Natalie Sabor

June 29, 2007

Jenn,

We are so sorry for your loss, but please know our thoughts are with you. We know your mom was a wonderful woman, because she raised such a kind and noble daughter.

Lucia Marquez

June 19, 2007

Kathy,
My deepest condolences for your great loss. My prayers go out to you and your family in this time of grief. She is still with you, in a different but more powerful and everlasting way. May you find strength in great memories, in the love of your family and the support of your friends.
Love,
Lucia

Michele Marsh

June 18, 2007

Jenn,

I am praying for all of you at this time. Memories are a wonderful thing. If you need someone to talk to, I am here.

Love, Michele

Kim Kroll

June 18, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy.

Linda Courtenay

June 17, 2007

My deepest sympathy to your family. I worked with Mary Ruth at St. Viator and she was such a special person and inspirational teacher. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sherry Shipley

June 17, 2007

Cousin Ray,
I remember your beautiful wedding. You have been blessed to have found such a wonderful wife. I pray that you & your family will find comfort in knowing you will all be together again. You are in my prayers.

Linda Bliwas

June 17, 2007

To the family of Mary Ruth: My deepest condolences go to all of you. Mary Ruth was in our group at the Cancer Wellness Center. She gave inspiration and support to all of the participants who also have Ovarian Cancer. She was honest and genuine and we will all miss her very much. Linda Bliwas Cancer Wellness Center facilitator

Elena Amoroso

June 17, 2007

Wachala Family,

My deepest sympathy to all of you. No matter the circumstance, no one is ever prepared for the loss of their spouse or parent. Take comfort in the memories and the knowledge that in her lifetime she loved and was loved by many. M.R. will be missed but not forgotten, her spirit will live on through all of you.

Amy Johnson

June 17, 2007

Kathy, we're so sorry for your family's loss. We feel very fortunate to have met your mom. What a wonderful woman she was!!!
We are here for you...always. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you tons, Amy J. and Chris Desnoyers

Bob & Nic & Jess Dembski

June 16, 2007

Hey Jen,
I know that our sympathy can no way quell the loss that your family has suffered. Know that your earthly angel is now a heavenly angel and will always be there to guide you and your family. Our deepest regards.

Barbara Wick

June 16, 2007

Ray,

To you and all of your family, I extend my deepest sympathies. Mary Ruth was such a warm and charming person; I cannot imagine that she is gone. She and I knew each other only through the Cancer Wellness Center, but there we shared a number of good hours. She was always cheerful and upbeat, full of enthusiasm for life and with gratitude to you and her daughters, and of delight in your grandchildren. They were such a treasure for her.

Our hearts go out to you at this time. We hope you will find some peace and comfort.

Rachel Fowler

June 15, 2007

I knew Mary Ruth from Monroe School. She was a great 7th and 8th grade science teacher.
May you find comfort in your grief at this time.

Linda and Bob Bergstrom

June 15, 2007

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

Kristin (Falasz) Przekota

June 15, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Bernie & John McFetridge

June 15, 2007

Ray, Beth, Jenn & Kathy

I am deeply sadden by the loss of Mary Ruth. We spent some very percious moments on the phone consoling each other and talking of our futures. Mary Ruth gave me the courage and strenght when I was first diagnosed to be positive and fight this awful diease. She also showed me great strengh and courage last weekend as did all of you to live the final days with dignity and serenity. What a wonderful lady, we will all miss her.

Kristy Dohl

June 15, 2007

God bless Mrs. Wachala
your family will be in our prayers.

sincerely
The Dohl Family

creighton schoenfeldt

June 15, 2007

Dear Ray,
You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of a great lady. Mary Ruth is now in heaven with my angel Mary. I know my Mary was one of the first to greet Mary Ruth when she arrived.

creighton

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