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Patricia O'Leary Obituary

O'Leary, Patricia A. (nee Harding), formerly of Chicago was residing in Portsmouth, VA, beloved wife of the late Timothy J. O'Leary Jr., now reunited in a heavenly celebration, 56 year anniversary July 15. Greatest mother of Ann Marie, Kathleen (Don) Goad, Dennis (Deborah), belated Timothy P., Michael (Penny), Patrick John and Joseph, wonderful grandmother of 19, great-grandmother of four, dear friend to many. Passed away July 12, 2004, we have all been blessed by knowing and sharing in her life. She will be missed. For Memorial Mass info, see August obituary.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 15 to Jul. 16, 2004.

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Laura Greer

July 21, 2004

My first memory of Mrs. O'Leary was that of a youg girl in grade school who had become fast friends with her oldest daughter Anne. I was greeted and immediately treated like I was one more kid in the family. She became a good friend and as I grew into adulthood she became a friend beyond being my friends mother. We went to church together and even became rebaptized in the spirit together. I will always be grateful and honored for having known her.

Kelly & Joshua Turner

July 20, 2004

We would like to send our deepest sympathies to all family members and friends of Patricia O'Leary, especially Kathy and her children. She will be missed.

Kathy Carnett

July 18, 2004

My sympathies to the family and friends of Pat O'Leary. She will be missed.

Cathy Stone

July 17, 2004

To the family of Patricia O'Leary and especially Mary, Liz and Tree.



Ed, Nick, Nan and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of Grandma "O". She holds a special place in our hearts. We had such a great time with her at every birthday and holiday. We will never forget last year at Navy Pier with Grandma "O", Mary, Liz and Tree for Liz's 19th birthday. We enjoyed every minute. Now Grandma "O" can join Dad O'Leary and Tim to watch over us, until we meet again. Love, Cathy, Ed, Nick and Nan.

KATHLEEN GOAD

July 16, 2004

MOM I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU. I WAS BLESSED TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO HELP YOU. YOU ARE MY BEST FRIEND AND MOM HOW BLESSED CAN A GIRL BE. ERIN MISS YOU TO MOM. BE HAPPY WITH DAD AND I HOPE YOU HAD A GREAT 56 WEDDING ANV. IN HEAVEN

Maria,Eric,Francesca,Lisa,Tony Zajczenko-Varela

July 16, 2004

Dear loving family of Patricia O'Leary,



We extend our deepest sympathies to you all on the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was a lovely lady with a beautiful smile and a wonderful sense of humor. We will miss her.

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