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Patricia Murphy-Christenson Obituary

Murphy-Christenson, Patricia Mary "Patty", age 43, of London, England formerly of Evanston. Beloved wife of Carl Christenson, loving mother of Margret "Maggie" and Genevieve, dear daughter of Stephen and Meredith (nee Cutter) Murphy, loving sister of Jim (Karen) Murphy, dear daughter-in-law of Bjorn and Anita Christenson, sister-in-law of Johan (Erica) and Anna Christenson, fond niece of Diane Cutter. Visitation Monday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd., at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie. Funeral Mass Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Joan of Arc Church, 9248 N. Lawndale Ave., Skokie/Evanston. Interment Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Patricia Murphy-Christenson Playgrounds, 9557 N. Drake Ave., Evanston, IL 60203. Funeral Info: 847-675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jun. 19 to Jun. 20, 2006.

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Irene & Roger Robbins

June 24, 2006

I remember the first time meeting Patty and I was struck by the intensity of her beauty, charm and personality. We can't begin to imagine your sorrow, but we recognize the blessings of her life. She left us way too soon but she leaves a wonderful legacy for her beautiful baby girls. May God bless you and hold you really close, Carl, Maggie, Genevieve, Meredith and Steve. You will all remain in our hearts and prayers.

Joanne O Dwyer Morgan

June 22, 2006

We have happy memories of Patty in the Glebe that we will cherish forever. We pray for Carl, Maggie Genieve for the loss of a great mother and wife. Love always Joanne Michael Denise and Michael James. xxx

Mimi Jacobsen

June 21, 2006

We share your sorrow in the loss of your beloved Patty. May God Who works for the good of all, provide strength and comfort during this sad time.



With our deepest sympathy,

Mimi Jacobsen and family

Laurie Haracz

June 20, 2006

My deepest sympathy on your loss. I have such wonderful memories of Patti from 8th grade and high school.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am so sorry to have missed the services.



Laurie Meritt Haracz

Graham Kingham

June 20, 2006

To a Wonderful, loving and caring person. You will always be in our memories.......With our love Graham, Kat, Emma, Megan, Laurence and Amber

Vincent Morgan

June 19, 2006

We will miss you Patti.



Love always,



Vincent, Kerry, Grace, Liam and Emmet

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