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Patricia Dolan Obituary

Dolan, Patricia (nee Murray) Beloved wife of the late Burtis J. Dolan, Jr.; loving mother of Amy (Dennis) Malaney, Burtis J., III (Stacy), William G. (Cynthia), Patrick J. (Susan), John P. (Diane) Dolan and Mary Alice (Michael) Noone; dear grandmother of 24: aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie, IL 60077. Funeral Mass Friday, 10:00 a.m. at Saint Philip the Apostle Church, 1962 Old Willow Road, Northfield, IL 60093. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, PMP Research Fund, UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Suite 1B, 5151 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, Attn: Eleanor Flannery. Info: (847) 675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 24, 2012.

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MA Noone

January 22, 2013

One month today. I love you and miss you, Mom!! Say "Happy Birthday" to Dad!

January 22, 2013

Hard to believe you are already gone a month today. I love you and miss you, Mom!!

Carolyn Rademacher

January 9, 2013

To all the Dolan clan. Holly and I extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. There will be an empty spot in all of your hearts, as well as ours, as we go on without Pat. God bless you all, Carolyn Rademacher

Cindy Lewellen

January 6, 2013

To the Dolan and Malaney clans. I was so sorry to hear about your Mother/Grandmother/Aunt. I will always have very fond memories of Pat and Burtis, especially at the Parent's Weekends at DePauw.....what fun.

Pat lived a good long life and I hope that it is comforting in some way to know that she left this earth so quietly and without pain or long suffering. What more can we all hope for?

I know that she and Burtis are back together again and smiling down on all of you and so proud of you all!!

January 4, 2013

Amy and Family, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. It's been a long, long time since we've talked, but I have wonderful memories of overnights and hanging out with each other in your parents big, beautiful house. Your parents always made me feel so welcome. God Bless, Molly Gallagher Elsen

January 1, 2013

My friend Amy & Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely, Linda Wade

Beth Pratt Morales

December 30, 2012

To all of the you. I can't even imagine and tear up as I write this. Was very sadden to hear about her. So glad you we became friends so long ago so I could know your folks. Know that they are finally together and watching over everyone.

Ralph Considine

December 28, 2012

My father, Ralph J. Considine(Rudi) was a very good friend of Burt and often talked about his father who my dad also knew.
Like Burt and his brother Jim, I am also a Holy Cross('56) grad and a LA('52) grad.
Jim Dolan was my "big brother" at HC in 1952.

I hope this reaches someone who can relate to what I have said herein. The Considines and Dolans are linked forever. May Pat and Burt rest in peace.

Ralph Considine
Crest Hill, IL

Eileen Figaro

December 28, 2012

Thank you, Pat, for being such an inspiration to me.

Gary Michalek

December 28, 2012

Dear BJ,

Sorry to hear about your mother passing away. Our entire family was hit with the flu and we were not able to attend the wake or funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We wish you well. Gary

December 27, 2012

Dear Dolans and Malaneys,
We love you and pray that God will fill your hearts with His love and her memories. May all your voices carry on to next generation and the next and the next...
Mary Jane Myers, Mike Borch and Family

David Larkin

December 27, 2012

Billy and family, I'm so sorry...your mom was so sweet and cool. I remember playing at the house---hiding in the
"phonebooth"! You're mom
was always making sure we
were well fed with goodies...such great memories! I will be thinking of my good
friend, and super dad Billy---
my thoughts and prayers for a devoted mother and a wonderful loving family she guided so well...God Bless!

Joan Mansfield

December 27, 2012

Dear Dolan Family,
My deepest condolences. Your mother was such a warm and gracious woman. I have sweet memories of 4th of July picnics and her amazing voice singing Ave Maria. Peace be with you.
Joan Mansfield

December 26, 2012

Dear Dolans,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. Wishing you comfort in all of the good memories.
Thinking of you.
Love-Betsy,Mark,Eileen,Amy&Jeff Rogers

John Mansfield

December 26, 2012

Dear Amy, BJ, Bill, John and Mary Alice,

Maggie, Nora and I are so sorry for your loss. Your mom will be remembered in the hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Michael Dunne

December 26, 2012

Dear Mary Alice & family,

I am so very sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your mother. I can only imagine how painful her loss must be, especially at this time of year. I hope that you and the rest of the Dolan Clan can find strength during such a difficult time. On behalf of the VT Dunne's, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

December 26, 2012

Dear Amy & Family: I am so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.
Jay Schwartz

Elizabeth Kretchmer

December 26, 2012

Dear Dolan Family,

I am so sorry to have heard of your mother's passing. Please know that my heart goes out to all of you during this very difficult time.

I'm thinking of you!

Bill Lustig

December 26, 2012

Dear Dolan Family,

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Its hard to understand why such special people are taken from us. I will miss her so much she was a great friend to me. I am here if you need me.

Sincerely,

Bill Lustig
Chief of Police

December 24, 2012

Dear Dolan Clan, your mother was a beautiful Christian woman. She will be missed by many who all love her. I offered a mass for her soul last evening. Fr. Ed Poehlmann

Barbara (B.J.) Johnson

December 24, 2012

What a wonderful person to have known. She touched so many people's lives in many ways. I will always remember her as such a loving, caring lady and I am so very sorry for your loss. Her smiling face and personalty will be greatly missed.

December 24, 2012

Such a wonderful lady. Her spirit and wit will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Fondly, Elizabeth(Toots)and Dan Colston

Missy Brinegar

December 24, 2012

All Dear Dolan's
What an incredible lady! Her smiling ways and gracious heart.
Her beautiful voice both spoken and in song. Sending love your way and grace in the coming days.

Dan Kelly

December 24, 2012

I offer my condolences to Amy, BJ, Billy, Patrick, John and Mary Alice. Your Mom was a source of great strength for my Mother, and your parents were wonderfully inclusive of our family. I am sorry I am not there in person, but please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Andrea Soler

December 24, 2012

Dear Dolan Family
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother will be remembered in the hearts of many as a truly wonderful lovely woman.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

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