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Orita Mahon

1925 - 2018

BORN

1925

DIED

2018

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Calahan Funeral Home, Inc.

7030 S. Halsted St.

Chicago, Illinois

Orita Mahon Obituary

Mahon, Orita Viola (nee Thornton) Formerly of Cotton Plant, AR, made her transition in the early hours of December 17, 2018, surrounded by loved ones in her home, at the age of 93. She will be greatly missed for her vibrant personality, sense of humor, storytelling, and sage advice. Her husband, Ernest Lee Mahon; and children, Laura Ruth McGowan, Thomas Wendell Mahon, and Khadija Kai (Carolyn) Mahon Milton preceded Orita's transition. Her surviving children include Ernestine Cheatom (Cedric), Thenie Louise Powell, and Orah Garfield Mahon (Patricia); she was dearly loved by a host of family members, friends, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Respects can be paid during her visitation Friday, December 21, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Calahan's Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL; her viewing Saturday, December 22, 10-11 a.m. and funeral 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church, 754 E. 77th Street, Chicago, IL.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 21, 2018.

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December 24, 2018

May the God of all Comfort be with you in your time of need.

Ralph De La Fuente & Family

December 23, 2018

To The Mahon Family
We just heard of the passing of Mrs. Mahon.
Our deepest sympathy is with you all.
She was a wonderful lady and we enjoyed the times we saw and spent with her.
We our here for you during this time of sorrow
Our love to everyone
Ralph Dawn Anthony Meaghan & Stephania

Shenetta Hawkins

December 22, 2018

May god continue to bless your family and give you the strength to get through this tough time. Granny is in heaven and will forever be an angel to us all that had the honor of being in her presence. She will be missed but definitely not forgotten. Love Always Shenetta

December 22, 2018

May the Heavenly Father help the family through these sad times.
Psalms 63:8 has him extending his right hand to help comfort us.

December 22, 2018

To The Mahon Family,

May God's mercy & grace be upon you during the loss of your matriarch, Mrs. Orita Mahon. Prayers of strength, love, healing and peace to your family, friends and loved during this time.

The Purnell-Cobb Family

December 22, 2018

Deepest condolences to the family and friends during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory. Psalms 116:15

Crystal Williams

December 21, 2018

From the very first time I met you I was welcomed along with my daughter's with open arms. You lived a beautiful life and kept a beautiful smile. You will truly be missed.

December 21, 2018

Granny you will be missed dearly, you are my joy for life and I will continue to celebrate the memories and every moment spent.. I will always love you❤

December 21, 2018

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

December 21, 2018

Family (Eva M), my deepest condolence.
With love,
Rebecca T Smith

Eva M Smith Brewer

December 20, 2018

Always in my heart ♥

Rachel T Smith

December 20, 2018

Praying for my sister, Eva M. Brewer and the Mahon family in the passing of Mrs. Orita V. Mahon. Mrs. Mahon was always so nice to us when we came to Chicago to visit.May God's peace and comfort be with you all as you celebrate her life.

Sisterly love always,

Rachel T. Smith & Family

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Dec

21

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Calahan Funeral Home, Inc.

7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621

Dec

22

Viewing

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church

754 E. 77th Street, Chicago, IL

Dec

22

Funeral

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church

IL

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Calahan Funeral Home, Inc.

7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621

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