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Shaw, Patricia Callahan Patricia Callahan Shaw, age 47 of River Forest; beloved wife of Winston Shaw; loving daughter of Kathleen (nee Hudson) and the late John B. Callahan; cherished sister of Dennis Callahan, Kathy Kimont and Maureen (Michael) Clark; loving aunt of Amanda, Liz and Jon Callahan, Jimmy and Kaitlin Kimont and Matthew Clark; dear daughter in law of Marjorie and the late Edward Shaw; fond sister in law of Edward Reed Shaw; mother of Sandy the yellow lab and Casey the calico cat, friend to many. Patricia was well known in the Risk Management and Commercial Insurance Industry as a Manager of Global Loss Prevention, Engineer & Underwriting for over 20 years, most recently at CNA Insurance. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St., Oak Park. Prayers Monday, 10:45 a.m., to St. Luke Church for Mass at 11:30 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the charity of your choice are appreciated. Funeral Info: 708-383-3191.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 30, 2007.

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Lisa DeWitt

September 25, 2020

Thinking of you on the 60th anniversary of your birth. Gone much too soon. Love and miss you. If any of the family sees this, I'd be interested in catching up. [email protected]

James Coath

December 22, 2008

Patti was my first kiss in 4th grade,I thought she was beautifull!! I am very saddened to here of her passing.

Jonathan Munroe

July 29, 2008

Dear Mrs. Callahan, Kathy and Maureen,
I got the Beloit Magazine with news of Patti's passing today. I am so saddened. She was the nicest, prettiest girl. She has stayed in my heart all these years, and always will. I am so very sorry.

Lisa (Wolf) DeWitt

May 7, 2008

I just learned of Patti's passing yesterday. I am in a complete state of shock and sadness. Patti was a simply wonderful individual and whenever I think of my time at Beloit, I immediately think of her. She was a great friend and although we had fallen out of touch in the recent past, we had reconnected last summer. It was a friendship that withstood the passage of time and I will always hold a special place in my heart for her. I am SO sorry for your loss.

Teresa Blomquist

January 8, 2008

I remember Patti vividly from St. Luke's school where she was a fellow student. She was a lovely, kind, vivacious girl, well-liked by all. I'm saddened by this news and send sincere condolences to her family.

Gary Callahan

January 7, 2008

Aunt Kathleen and family,

Liane and I were very sad to hear the news about Patti. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and be with you alwalys. All our love, Liane Lauren,Kristin, and Gary Callahan

Barbara Ciaglia

January 3, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Patti. She was a special person. Only a few days ago I was remembering how full of joy she was and how she glowed as she walked down the aisle to marry Winston. That is the picture of her that I carry in my mind and my heart.
My prayers go out to all of you in this very sad time. I still think of all of you as my family and my heart is broken for your loss.
Barbara Callahan Ciaglia

Peter & Mary Ignell

January 2, 2008

We were saddended to hear about Patti passing so suddenly and so young. I knew her from college and IRI. Our condolences to Winston and her family.

Beth Wilson

January 2, 2008

Dear Kathy and family,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the sudden loss of your sister. You are and will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Beth

Grayson Gilbert

January 2, 2008

I am saddened to hear about Patti's passing. We started at IRI in the same training class and I also had the privilege of working with her at CNA. She was a fun loving person and will be missed!! Our loss is God's gain! Her family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jamie Coe

January 2, 2008

I am so extremely sorry to hear about this news. I worked with Patti at CNA and was a dear friend of hers. It is so unfortunate that this has happened and my prayers are with the family that has experienced this unfortunate loss. I wish I would had known earlier.

Tom Gray

January 2, 2008

Terribly saddened to learn that Patti Shaw passed away this week.

I worked with her for 3 years here at CNA and knew her through Chicago SFPE for much longer.

Patti ALWAYS had a kind word and pleasant smile for you no matter what. The world needs more like her, not fewer.

My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to Winston and her family. May she rest in The Lord's Peace!

Brenda Williams

January 2, 2008

I am very sorry to hear about Patricia's passing. I worked with her at CNA. She was a very nice and friendly person. May God Bless you and you family.

Mary (Callahan) and John Minorini

January 2, 2008

Dear Winston, Aunt Kathleen, Dennis, Kathy, Maureen and family,

We just learned of Patti's passing and we are just so shocked and saddened. We have such fond memories of her. She was always such a happy and fun loving person and she will be so missed.

You all are in are thoughts and prayers. Love,

Mary and John Minorini
(Mary Patricia Callahan)

Michelle Martin

January 2, 2008

I am very sorry to hear of Patricia's passing. I worked with her at CNA Insurance and she was an oustanding person.

Kathy Parker/Vaughan

January 1, 2008

Kathleen,
I am a neighbor from Oak Park. I am very sorry to hear about Patricia. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. Our family is grieving at this time as well as Mom passed away in May.

Dan and June Callahan

January 1, 2008

Winston, Marueen, Kathy, Dennis, Kathleen

We were shocked and saddened to learn of Patty's passing. We will always remember the good times we had when visiting with you at the house in River Forest and at all of the Callahan family get togethers. Our thoughts are with you.

Pat Creaney Bueltmann

January 1, 2008

Dear Winston,
We are so sorry to hear of Patty's death. I can still see her tap dancing with Kathy and Maureen. I can't believe she's gone. Please give Aunt Kathleen a hug from all of us. God bless you all. Love, Pat and all the Creaney cousins

Jean Mota Healy

January 1, 2008

Dear Winston,

How terrible to loss someone you love so young. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Timothy Cavenagh

January 1, 2008

I was so saddened to hear of Patty's untimely passing. My heart goes out to her family. I only wish I had heard sooner, so I could have attended the services.

Jackie Lovato

December 31, 2007

Kathy, I am so sorry about your sister. My heart goes out to you now and in the days ahead. Try to remember all the good times you shared with her.

Ann Hastings

December 30, 2007

Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you Kathleen and your family. May God bless you all.

Dana Parker

December 30, 2007

I was saddened to learn of Patti's recent passing. She and I worked together at IRI and at CNA she was one of my customers. It is certainly a tragedy to lose someone in their prime, and our heartfelt wishes go out to the Callahan and Shaw families.

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