Mary York Obituary

To those who remember
may your hearts be open
To those who remember
May the light of divine love shine upon you
To those who remember....
May peace be your guide
To Mary York....I love you so

I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Mary York. Mary was there for me at my house closing, and helped my father finalized his Will. Her compassion and understanding of both my fathers needs and mine made her such a loved person. I will truly miss her, and her smile. God be with you Mary

Mary’s impact still continues. As a client she and her business partner RoseMary Mulryan have shown how deep of a commitment they have towards the individual. More importantly, her presence as a human being will be cherished and missed.

LaGenia, Mr. York, Cindy & John, I was so sad to hear Mary had died. I began thinking even more of Mary, about all the things we'd done together. We had many adventures. I can not recall a time when I was ever angry at Mary. She just didn't bring that out in people.

The picture (not a very clear one)I've included is one I've had on my refrigerator for years. It was taken in Groton State Park, VT, in 1978. At the time is was so Mary; she was just standing in the woods contemplating what was coming next in our lives. Yes, we were camping!

To Mary York's Loved ones:

Mary York was the first person I befriended when I went to Barat College for my junior and senior years. She was a very dear friend through those years and many that followed. Her voice was soothing. She was passionate. She was wonderful.

There are many things I learned from Mary York but also many memories associated with her. I can never see a Honda Accord without thinking about her. She is in my thoughts whenever I play backgammon because it was she who taught me the game. She introduced me to many of the communities around Chicago, with Hinsdale being number one.

I have to say that in reading the memories shared in this guest book, the ones I get a special joy out of are the ones that recognize Mary as an attorney. I remember when she set her mind to becoming a member of the legal community and I remember her law school graduation party. To know that she prospered as a lawyer is proof positive that if you set yourself a goal, you can indeed make it happen.

That was Mary York. Her goal was to live life to the fullest and she certainly did.

I extend my genuine sympathy.

Mary, you are missed.

My deepest condolences go to Mary's love LeGenia and other members of her family.

I'd only met Mary on two occasions, both were the closings for home purchases. Needless to say I was pleased to have Mary on my side of the table...she was amazing to watch in her role. I recall my first home purchase and the millions of questions I posed to Mary and how she put me at ease, especially through my initial "first home buyer" remorse.


LeGenia, Mary spoke of your efforts with progressing the rights of gay families with adoption, I hope our paths will cross when my partner and I begin the adoption process some time this year.

My partner Chris and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers and always be grateful for having known Mary York.



God Bless,



Mark Marino & Christopher McAnany

To LG and the family of Mary - with deepest sympathy and prayers (from her friends at RIC, as well). I will always remember Mary's breath of inspiration, her steps made with a strong will, her chest beat with a caring heart, and her words that speak of passion for all things "good in life".

I had the honor of being Mary's oldest (i preferred the world Longest) friend. We lived life to the fullest and had no fear. Through the years she taught me the value of love & friendship & giving. She knew me better than anyone and had incredibly insight. I share your grief but feel Mary's eternal love and presence. Please know if there was anyway pyhsically possible to get back to Chicago I would have.I am snowed in again in Tahoe.
Love to all
Melanie

My condolences to the family of Mary York. I recall that Mary was always an honorable attorney in my dealings with her at residential real estate closings in the mid-90s. I was more than happy to refer prospective clients to Mary because I knew that they would be well-served.

I meet Mary when I was 23 years old (i'm 37 now). She guided me much like a parent or uncle/aunt would do. She made me aware of things I otherwise would have remained clueless about like saving for retirement, buying a house, how to balance my life and take care of myself. She mentored me in such concrete ways. I was so lucky. She was so helpful and thoughtful, but never judgemental. She reached out to me.

I honestly feel like I lost a parent figure and the loss is just overwelming.

to LG and family - there are no words but my heart is wide open

cheers,
alex

Dear LeGenia and Rosemary,
I was shocked and saddened to have received word, in a very casual and incidental way, that Mary has died. The word "died" and "Mary York" just don't go together; which I am sure is your experience as well. I have always remembered vividly the day I met Mary thirty years ago back at Barat College when Mary Bopp, Scorby, and I were watching TV in our dormitory. Mary York came up and engaged a conversation with us. Since that moment, the four of us were bonded for what seemed a life time as well as dozens and dozens of supper club dinners. Despite life taking its twists and turns that separated us these past years, there will always be a deep love and history among us and for the loving memory of dear Mary York. Love and blessings to you. Bobbi Rathert

Mary was such an outstanding attorney and an amazing person. She was the type of person you could always count on and trust. My deepest condolences to her family, she will be loved and missed dearly

LaGenia, Our hearts go out to you in your loss of Mary. Even tho we haven't been in touch, we have thought and spoken of you both often. We are sending you love and prayers to help you through this time of loss.
Marsha and Rona Rory (formerly Wertz and Levin)

I was so sad to hear of Mary's passing. What a compassionate and caring person Mary was. She used her knowledge of the law to help many of us find our way through challenges we faced. I will keep her in my thoughts for years to come.

I was a closer for 18 years and closed many deals with Mary. She was always so much fun to close with and an extremely knowledgable attorney. She will be greatly missed. My sympathies to her family.

Mary was the consummate professional. As her client you always knew you had the best on your team. She was articulate, knowledgeable, and confident, yet never over bearing or strident. Beyond being my attorney, she was a wonderful role model.

My sincere condolences to Mary's family and friends. I have known Mary professionally for many years and admired and respected her greatly. This is truly a loss to the legal community.

May all who mourn be comforted. May we draw strength from the large network of those who deeply loved and appreciated Mary. As we make our transition from a physical to a non-physical relationship with Mary may her humor, intelligence, graciousness and commitment to her community influence our own works.

My
heartfelt condolences to Mary's family and dear friends. Mary was a
wonderful and compassionate person who will be dearly missed.

Mary was a smart, funny and always generous person who I had the pleasure of working with over the past 15 years. I didn't see her much the last few years, as I work from home, but Mary never forgot me and I will always remember her fondly. My deepest sympathy to all her loved ones.

Mary was and still is in my heart the most wonderful soul that I have ever come across. Her gentle and caring ways have touched me deeply. I am so unbelievably honored to have worked for her and been a friend. But also deeply saddened to have lost one of the two women I had the privilege of calling my Mentor. The impact that Mary has on my life will never be forgotten.

Mary, I know that you are in a better place now, though all of us here miss you so much. I will carry all of your laughs, jokes and advice with me always. I love you and miss you dearly.

LG and Rosemary- My heart goes out to you at this time of grief. Please don't ever forget that I love you too.

Mary was always a strong spirit in the face of adversity - it is one of the qualities that made her a great lawyer. We will miss her and are sending our prayers and good thoughts to her family and friends. Sharon Jaffess and Patricia Browne

Mary was a woman of high integrity, dry wit, sharp mind and abundant common sense. I will miss your counsel and friendship dearly. May you rest in peace.

My condolences to Mary's family and friends. We met through real estate and I've been on both sides of transactions with her. Extremely knowledgeable, professional, diplomatic, easygoing and kind. Very funny too! Gave her profession a good name. The community will miss her.

We are truly saddened to hear of Mary's passing. Our prayers go out to her and her family and friends.

Sincere condolences to Mary's partner, family, and friends. Although I had not seen Mary in a long time, I knew of her struggle through mutual friends. She touched countless lives and was a kind and gracious woman. The world will be diminished without her in it.

Mary is legendary...she was the greatest! Mary will be sorely missed. Blessings, strength and unity to all of her family and loved ones.

Mary was an amazing woman who touched so many hearts. She will be dearly missed. What a tremendous loss. My heartfelt condolences to you,LG and to both of your families.

Lagenia and family,
My heart and prayers go out to you all. Mary was such a special person and friend. I always admired her spirit and warm heart. I will miss her deeply.

Dear Friends & Family of Mary York
Our love and prayers for us & Mary She was a strong, intelligent woman with a neat sense of humor whose memory will always be with us.Carol,Margaret,Virginia Beatty

When I think of Mary the picture that comes immediately into my mind was the sparkle in her eye with a not so well hidden grin after telling one of her jokes. My thoughts are with all who love you.

We are so incredibly sad to learn that Mary has died. Our hearts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

Mary was a gift that will be greatly missed, while her laugh, her style and her marvelous spirit will live on in my memory forever.

Mary's level headed, non-vindictive, sage advice helped me on many occasions. I will miss her words, her laugh and her smile.

Mary is one of my favorites. I am deaply saddened. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Mary. Mary was very kind and generous as well as genuine. When she asked "how are you?" she truly meant it. She will be missed. My heart goes out to all during this time of sorrow.

La Genia & Family,
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Sincerely,Sherri Jackson

Mary was the attorney for my very first closing. She has always held a place in my heart, I will miss her.

Mary was one of the brightest real estate attorneys in the big city of chicago. What an amazingly brilliant mind and witt! Mary-you will be so missed by your clients and the real estate community in chicago. What a great loss for us.

Mary was such a rock for so many of us in the community. All my love, prayers, and support for all of you who are feeling this loss with the intensity of being part of her family and friend circle.

Mary helped me during one of the most difficult times of my life (divorce). She used a common sense approach was completely professional and compassionate. My sincere condolences to all her friends and family