Patricia Quane Obituary

Trish was always upbeat and kind. I was fortunate to know her through her sister Irene. She has another friend in heaven now from the "Old Neighborhood," my sister Marcia. I like to think they are all having lots of fun up there...

Dear John,



I guess it sometimes takes a personal tragedy to make a person realize not to put off what you should have done today. I had been meaning to send a note of smypathy to you and your family since I heard of your loss. As we always do we keep getting too busy and say we'll do it later.



With all my heart my deepest and sincerest symphaties to your daughters and you. May God bless, comfort and ease your family's pain. My prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

It was with great sadness that I learned of Trish's sudden and unexpected passing. Although I have not seen her in years, I recall her as being full of life and vibrant. Please accept my deepest condolences as you attempt to deal with this grave loss. I used to teach at Tuley Middle School with John Quane (way back when!)and have many wonderful memories of good times with Trish and John and the rest of the Tuleyites. Much love to you all!

Dear Alegra, Amelia, and Abigail,

I too am a cousin of your father's. I remember your Mom from different family occasions, and she was so pleasant. I know she was so proud of her daughters. Here's a prayer that helped us when my brother died in a car accident:

“Death is nothing at all – I have only slipped away into the next room. Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Laugh as we always laughed together. Play, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be the household word that it always was. Let it be spoken without effort. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was; there is absolutely unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of your mind because I am out of your sight? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near just around the corner. All is well. Nothing is past; nothing is lost. One brief moment and all will be as it was before – only better, infinitely happier and forever – we will all be one together with Christ.” (Carmelite Monastery, Tallow, County Waterford, Ireland)

You and all family are in our prayers.

Love, Ellen O'Reilly-Garcia and Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.

Devin Noone and Dave Kerrigan

I was sorry about your loss. I headed back to the house after the cemetary but had heard the address incorrectly and couldn't find it. Sorry!

Allegra, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that your sorrow is softened by the thoughts of the wonderful times you and your mother and your sisters spent together in the past.

"I cannot say, and I will not say that she is dead, she is just away!

With a cheery smile and a wave of hand, she has wandered into an unknown land. And left us dreaming how very fair, it needs must be, since she lingers there.

And you- oh you, who the wildest yearn for the old-time step and the glad return. Think of her as faring on, as dear in the love of there as the love of here. Think of her as the same, I say, she is not dead, She is just away.

James Whitcomb Riley



I will greatly miss our laughter and our conversation, but her strength of spirit will remain with me always. May you know that

she was loved much by many.



With deepest sympathy,

allegra, amelia, abigail, and rest of family,

you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. i am john quane's cousin. I have not talked to your mom recently, but did many years ago. probably at her wedding and other big events. she was a very nice lady.

God bless you all

Dear Alegra, Amelia, and Abigail



I take walks through Riverside all the time. My son went to grade school there and has many friends from Riverside. When I saw what was going on that morning and heard of the tragedy, I hoped for my son's sake it wasn't anyone we knew. I kept listening to the news looking for details. It wasn't until this morning(12:00 pm), when I saw the article in our local paper. When I saw your mom's name, my heart sank. It was I that knew this person. As I read on I knew it had to be the Trish I knew from years ago. When I checked the obituaries on-line, I knew from your names that it was in fact your mom. I'm a physical therapist that worked with your mom a long time ago at Spalding Branch. We shares great times together. We loved talking about our own children. You girls meant the world to her. I remember her great smile and warm personality.

I am so sorry for your loss. I am also sorry I didn't know in time to make it to the mass. I wish I could have given you a big hug for your mom.

Hang on to each other and always hold her love for you close within your heart.

Dear Alegra:



My thoughts are with you and your family.



Love,

Bianca

Dear Aunt Rita, First my family and I would like to send you our deepest condolences.Though I did not get to know my cousin well it saddens me to hear of your loss.We the Guajardo's and Chavez's who have had such a large family spread our wings at an early age and to often lose contact with each other.I truly wish we were around each other more often.I am not surprised to hear what a great person my cousin Trish became, I know she will be missed by many. Love , your nephew and family. Sergio Chavez

I fondly remember our days at St. Angela. Trish always had a good word and a smile. She will be missed. I offer my deepest sympathy and humble prayers to the family.



St. Angela School (Class of '67)

We are so truly sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Guajardo and Quane family.



Beth Ann, Aldo, Ariana and Alec Zaninotto

We were deeply saddened to hear of Trish's sudden death. She worked with our son while in the Early Childhood Program at Holmes School in the 90's and we appreciated all that she did for him. Trish always impressed us as capable, warm and caring individual. We are very sorry for the great loss to the Quane and Guajardo families. Trish's passing is a loss to our community as well.



With deepest sympathy,

Vince, Debbie, Caitlin & Collin Bray

Alegra, Amelia and Family,

We are very sorry for your loss. Your mother was an amazing woman. Our thoughts and hearts are with all of your family.

Sincerly,

Sarah and The Melvilles

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Guajardo / Quane family.

Carmen, Michael and Julia Beard

My prayers go out to all the family. I am John Quane's cousin. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend the funeral Mass as I will be celebrating one here at St. Daniel the Prophet, but I will attempt to make wake.



God bless and may Patricia rest in peace

I want to extend my family's sympathy to the Guajardo family and John Quane and his daughters. I attended St. Angela Grade School with John and Pat as did my brothers John, James and Joe and sisters Mary and Marcia. It was a shock when Paul passed many years ago, but this is even harder to understand. May God bless you and keep you in the palm of his hand.

To the Quane and Guajardo families:

I would like to send your friends and families the deepest sympathies for your loss. I was on the train that took Patricia's life. Even though I never knew her personally, it has been a very sad week for me. I take the train to work everyday, and everday at the Riverside stop I think of her. It's a day I will remember the rest of my life. From the comments written here she sounds like a wonderful person, and I feel like I know her, even tough we never met. I know she is in a very special place now. My prayer will always be with you. God Bless

To all Trish Quane's family and special friends: We were shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Trish was our daughter's speech therapist 1999-2000. We adored her and respected her work. She will be missed greatly. We hope you know that you are in our hearts and on our minds during this difficult time. Sincerely, The Rodman Family

Dearest Amelia and Family, My Husband and our entire Family were so very saddened to learn of your Mother's sudden passing. We are thinking of you and praying that your many wonderful memories of your Mom will in time bring a smile to your face and give you peace.



With our deepest Sympathy,

Laura and Bob Wise and Family

(Sarah's Mom)

To the Quane and Guajardo families,

I am so very sorry to hear of this incredibly sad news. Although I haven't seen Trisha since our college days, I remember her as a gentle, kind, and compassionate person - much like the rest of the Guajardo family. I will add her name to the Masses I still have said for Paul every year.

Trish Quane was a warm and caring professional who loved her students. She always made time to talk with others in the field. Her dedication is an example for the rest of us. My condolences to her family and friends. We will miss her.

Trish was a wonderful person who always had a happy disposition. She was a very good speech therapist.

My thoughts and prayers are with you always...

Allegra & Family,



I was so sorry to hear about your mother. You & your family will be in my thoughts. My heart goes out to all who knew & loved your mom.



Barbara Kohut,(Scott's mom)

To John and your three beautiful daughters, Alegra, Amelia and Abigail:



"My favorite poem, my favorite poet was Aeschylus. And he once wrote:



"Even in our sleep, pain which cannot forget

falls drop by drop upon the heart,

until, in our own despair,

against our will,

comes wisdom

through the awful grace of God."



(from address by RF Kennedy, 4/4/68)



Judy and my prayers are with you all.

WE MISS TRISH! I first met Trish at an Oak Park Cycle Club meeting at Fox Center. She was a very genuine and warm person, she always made new members feel welcome. I knew her as a very enthusiastic cyclist, she encouraged me to leed my first Family ride with the Club. She always encuraged new members and children to join us riding. She brought her daughter on the ride and I brought my 7 year old daughter to her first group family ride(she remembers this fondly), and was warmly welcomed by Trish and her daughter. She was always a safe and strong cyclist. We will continue riding, and be a warm welcomer to all new riders.

WE Miss Trish!

Allegra,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your mom was such an exceptional and special person devoting so much love and time to my granddaughter Thia. We will all miss her very much.

My family and I extend our sincerest sympathies. Mrs. Quane's legacy will continue to grow within all of the children whose lives she touched and enriched.

Just to let you know I was thinking of all Trish's family at this time of sorrow. Hope to see you at the Mass on Sat. 8-27-2005



Take Care,



Fran Kube

I was extremely saddened by the news of Trish's death. I worked with her for several years in the Oak Park Schools. She was a dedicated Speech Pathologist who truly loved her job!

Laurie Cullotta

Trish was truly a special person. Her dedication and compassion has improved the lives of thousands of children. Trish's memory will live on through them, and in those of us who have learned from her.

Tricia,

You are an incredible person who brought so much to all those around you, especially your daughters. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Alegra, Amelia and Abigail-I love you very much!

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Tricia was so special. She gave a lot to all that knew her.