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Myrtle Hickey Obituary

Hickey, Myrtle T. (nee McGurk) Age 29ish. Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Hickey; Loving mother of R. Patrick Hickey, Michael (Kathy) Hickey, Mary Ellen (Don) Peloquin, Noreen (Dave) Kaczanowski, Edward (Jan) Hickey, Terrence Hickey and Colleen (Ken) Stachulak; Proud grandmother of 17 and great-grandmother of 6; Dear sister of the late Evelyn Schroeder, Art, Dolores Dooley, Don, Fran, Bob, Jack and Tom McGurk; Favorite aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. She was also a second mother and "Grandma Myrt" to many. Member and past President of the St. Christopher Rosary Altar Society. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Misericordia Heart of Mercy or St. Christopher Church. Funeral Friday beginning with a Rosary at 9:30 AM at Hickey Memorial Chapel, 4201 W. 147th St. Midlothian, then to St. Christopher Church for Mass at 10:30 AM. Interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 12 Noon - 9 PM. 708-385-4478

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 8, 2012.

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MaryEllen Miller[Gesswein]

August 14, 2012

Sorry to hear about your mom she left me with many fond memories.

Barbara Gesswein McCann

August 14, 2012

My heart holds great memories of life on Keeler, 1/2 a block from Hickey's "Fun" Home, where Gail and I enjoyed great times with Mary Ellen and Noreen. There were times we were inseparable and your mom always made us feel welcome, in the upstairs apartment and at the lake house in Michigan. Our family's prayers go out to your family.

Michael, Sherry, John and Josephine Horan

August 14, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Myrt's passing. If ever there was a place in heaven reserved for someone, it would be for her. You are all in my prayers.

Cathy Slattery-Sanchez

August 13, 2012

To the entire Hickey Family
I am so sorry for your loss of your Mom. I just found out and am very sad. She was a wonderful, cheerful woman. Mrs. Hickey was a doll to our brother Terry and he thought so highly of her. Our family was always grateful for the kindness she showed us when we lost our parents and brother. On behalf of all of us our prayers and thoughts go out to you.

Donald Jr Isler

August 10, 2012

On behalf of the Isler and Adamski families we send our condolences. You've been there many times for us in the past. And I'm sure you'll be there for generations of the future. Thank you very much Hickey family.

August 10, 2012

Condolences To The Hickey/Peloquin Family On The Loss Of Your Loved One.

Beth & Jim Johanson

Colleen Benedict Newkirk

August 10, 2012

I have such good memories of Mrs. Hickey -- she always had a smile and a cheery hello for us kids growing up in the 1960's. We Benedicts lived less than a block away on Keeler and I remember being amazed at stories my parents told of great parties Mr. and Mrs. Hickey gave. What a full life she led, rich with experiences and the love of those who were lucky to know her! My deep sympathies to all of you in her family.

Rosemarie Kostal

August 10, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the Hickey Family. My Prayers are with You All.

Rosemarie Kostal

August 10, 2012

My deepest Symphathy to the Hickey Family. You will be in my Prayers.

August 9, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the Hickey clan for your loss of such a wonderful matriarch and role model. Aunt Myrt will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Patti Dooley Loew

August 9, 2012

our thoughts are with all of the family today....myrt was a very special person and "neibor" to us these last 23 yrs, i will miss her opening the window and talking from across the driveway.she will truly be missed by all and be remebered fondly in this family.
the foys

Harold and Sharon Sanders (Welchko)

August 9, 2012

You are all in my thoughts and prayers as we all remember her life. Our families have so many good memories and I have truly enjoyed spending time with her at Drury Lane. She will truly be missed.

Brian Ebers & Family

August 9, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Hickey family. She lived a full life surrounded by great family and friends.

Joseph McPhee

August 9, 2012

The McPhee family was very sorry to learn of the loss of Myrtle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sister Paulette Misericordia

August 9, 2012

Myrt and all the Hickey's are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for remembering our Misericordia residents, during these hard days. Blessings.

kevin bewley

August 9, 2012

The Hickey Family,
Know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May God bless you and keep the memories of your Mom close.
love,
Kevin & Linda Bewley

August 9, 2012

To the entire extended Hickey Family,

Our deepest sympathies to you at this time. Your family is in our prayers.

Phil & Kathy Hearne & Family

August 9, 2012

My condolences to the Hickey family. I have such fond memories of my growing up years with Mary Ellen and her family. Mrs. Hickey had the greatest gift of all, a large and loving family. My prayers are with you in these difficult times. Thanks for sharing your lives with me. Love Joan Murtha Holuj

Alicia Kinzler

August 9, 2012

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Hickey Family. We were blessed to know Myrtle only for a short while but as many have said she had a contagious laugh and a great sense of humor. The Kinzler Family

Michael Hearne

August 9, 2012

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Hickey family. Your Mom was such a wonderful lady. I will remember seeing her at church and out with my folks, Dennis and Evelyn Hearne at the Diner for breakfast. My prayers are your family. God Bless.

Terry Peterson

August 8, 2012

To the Family of Myrtle Hickey,
Her spirit will only thrive through her greatest legacy - you! I pray God's peace will carry you through this special time.

Frances Calay Thomson

August 8, 2012

I have many fond memories of Myrt - mostly working in the kitchen for the Hickey Family Reunion at Sister Lakes. Add "a good cook" to all her other special qualities. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Fritz and Tina Masur

August 8, 2012

May God bless you and keep you all in His Care during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you al. Love, Fritz and Tina Masur

Richard Tapella

August 8, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to the Hickey Family. You will be in our prayers.
From the Tapella Funeral Home Family in Joliet.

Barbara Novick

August 8, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Myrt was always a woman to look up to especially her strong faith and love of family. God Bless You Always

Brennan Bob

August 8, 2012

Bob & myrt were dear friends. God Bless

David N Peloquin

August 7, 2012

Myrt
I will miss your laughter and the fun we always had together. You were an Inspiration to all whose lives you touched. Sorry you never got to take that trip to Ohio to see Uncle Dave but he will meet you heaven

Nicole McKay

August 7, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss..We have heard many nice things about Grandma Myrtle..You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Margaret McGurk

August 7, 2012

Aunt Myrt was unfailingly sweet and kind to everyone. She was also hilariously funny. She loved to laugh, and to make others laugh along. How lucky we were to have her in our lives.

Our friendship goes back a longgggggg way.

Gale White

August 7, 2012

Peace and Love Myrt, Fr Gale White

Steve-Dianne White

August 7, 2012

One of our very favorite people. Always a smile and that deep chuckle of her's. We love Myrt.

Orin Wojciechowski

August 7, 2012

I love you Aunt Myrt and will always remember your contagious laugh, witty sense of humor and art of storytelling. You touched the lives of so many and your charitable and thoughtful ways live on through those you inspired. You will truly be missed.

Kathi Martin Cavanaugh

August 7, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss! Your Mother was such a special person. I remember how gracious she was when different members of our family died starting as far back as my Grandfather in the 1970's. I know that my Mom is probably enjoying your Mom today. They are probably catching up on everything. Please know that all of you are in my thought and prayers.

Sharon & Larry & Family Rogers

August 7, 2012

Please know how sorry I am for the loss of Mrs. Stachulac and the pain of losing two wonderful women. I just found out and want to let you know I'm praying for all of you in this double extreme painful time. Now there are 2mire Angels looking over the family. Hugs to everyone, you're in my prayers!

Nancy Manzie (niece of Diane and Jim Wojciechowski)

August 7, 2012

Heaven is 'a little more' today even as earth is 'a little less'.... I always considered Myrt one of the best of God's people!
The loss of her is surely heatbreaking for all of you, and yet, isn't it somehow easy to see her sitting up there reaching out to each of you to comfort?
My prayer is that her touch is there just when you need it most. Thank you for sharing your wonderful mother/aunt with the rest of us!

Sharon & Larry & Family Rogers

August 7, 2012

We loved Aunt Myrt so much! She WAS a second Mom to us & Grandma. We were so Blessed to have her in our lives and our hearts are broken. God Bless Aunt Myrt & all my cousins. We have another Angel watching over us! Hugs to all the Hickeys.

Don Fitch

August 7, 2012

To The Hickey and Stachulak families, we extend our deepest sympathy and our love to you all at this time of grief that will turn into happy memories. Don and Georgiana Fitch

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