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Patricia Spratte Obituary

Spratte, Patricia A. "Trish" (nee Crofton), age 49, beloved wife and best friend of James R. Spratte, C.P.D., loving mother of Katelin, Thomas and Alyssa, devoted daughter of Frances and the late Richard Crofton, dear sister of Joanne Crofton, Catherine (Jan) Blaho, Martin (Maureen), Richard, Ruth (Dominic) Russo, John (Karen) and the late Thomas (Dolly) Crofton, "Aunt Trish" was also loved by her many nieces and nephews, fond daughter-in-law of Elnora Spratte. Proud graduate of Washburne Culinary Institute. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m., at St. Rita of Cascia H.S. Shrine Chapel, 7740 S. Western Ave., Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to your favorite charity. Information: Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors 708-636-5500.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 10, 2006.

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Jill and John Keogh

April 21, 2006

Dear Jim, Alyssa and family,



We were so sorry to just learn about Trish. She was an inspiration to everyone who met her.



She will always be remembered as one of the kindest people we ever met in our hockey experience and she will truly be missed. I can see her sitting at the rink laughing and telling a story about family, school or just lending her attentive ear to someone else. She was a gem.



Our door is always open whenever you are at 7B.



The Keogh family

John, Jill, Kelly and Michael

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Jamie Rakowski & Family

April 17, 2006

Dear Katie, Tom and Family,



We were so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss. Your Mom was a strong woman and we know that you will miss her greatly. May she help you find the strength you need now. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill Golden

April 12, 2006

Dear Jim & All Family Members,



I had just learned from a phone conversation of the death of Patricia and the misfortune you & all are suffering. It's hard to face the loss of a long-time friends even from far away. Patricia, Tom & myself worked together & brought many good memories & friendships at many of tables which I'll always cherish. I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Most sincerely,



Bill Golden

Pamela Suszek

April 11, 2006

To my friend Joanne and to her family. May the warm and loving memories of a life well lived, carry you through your time of sorrow.

Steve and Colleen Lipe

April 11, 2006

Steve and I would like say how sorry we are for your loss. Please know that the Spratte and Crofton families are in your prayers.

Mary Finnegan

April 11, 2006

My deepest sympathy to all of the families. Even though we have not seen each other in years, all of the memories are still as alive and fresh as the day we made them. The happy memories will always shine through even in the most difficult times.

Kathy Carter/Aguinaga

April 11, 2006

Dear Jim and family,



I am so very sad, and sorry to hear about Trish. May the love you shared, and the wonderful memories, comfort all of you in the days ahead. God be with you, and help you through this difficult time.



Sincerely,

The Hojek and Slowiak Families

April 11, 2006

Jim and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colleen & Steve Lipe

April 11, 2006

Steve and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that the Spratte and Crofton families are in our thoughts and prayers.

Pat Balcitis

April 11, 2006

Jim,

Please accept our deepest sympathies. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Balcitis Family

Jeff, Pat and Joshua

Sherrie Jankowski

April 11, 2006

Marty & Family,

Our deepest sympathies are with all of you at this time. May you know that your friends are thinking of you. God Bless you all.

The Jankowski Family

Jim & Jeanette Darling

April 10, 2006

Jim:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our sincerest condolences during these trying times for you and your family. If there is anything that we can do for you and your family please let us know. We are very sorry to have missed Trish's wake as we are in Michigan and were notified late Monday evening.

Kim Reardon

April 10, 2006

Dear Katie, Tom, & Alyssa,

I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mrs. Reardon

Dan Lavelle

April 10, 2006

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family. Especially to my friend, Tom. I hope your faith and strength will guide you through this time of need.

Matthew Maloney

April 10, 2006

Jim,

My family and I offer our deepest sympathies during this most difficult time.

Sincerely,

Matt Maloney

Judy Kovacs

April 10, 2006

Joanne, so sorry for your loss. God bless you with His peace that passes all understanding. Love, Judy

Dan Everett

April 10, 2006

Jim, my prayers and thoughts are with you, and your children through these difficult times.

Chris Carlson

April 10, 2006

Jim,

I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sean Ryan

April 10, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

joe seinitz

April 10, 2006

Jimmy,

God Bless you and your family.

Julie Quaid

April 10, 2006

Our deepest Sympathy to the Spratte Family -

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.



With Deepest Sympathy and Love,



The Quaid Family

Michael Fitzgibbons

April 10, 2006

Michael and Nancy Fitzgibbons

Audrey Simanis

April 10, 2006

Katie,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Shutter

April 10, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Shutter Family

Marjie and Lloyd Wilkey

April 10, 2006

Jim, Katelin, Tom, Alyssa-



Please accept our sympathy and prayers. I know Trisha is looking at us from Heaven. May her love carry you,just as your love carried her for so long. .

Karen Murphy-Kick

April 9, 2006

Jim,

Though it has been years since we've all been able to get together, Trish, you and the kids have remained close to my heart and in my prayers. Trish was so amazing and touched countless lives. The love you shared together and as a family is inspirational. God bless each of you and may He keep Trish peacefully until everyone meets again.

Yvonne Horton

April 9, 2006

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. The world will not be the same without Trish. I will forever remember her beautiful smile and kind, loving ways. The "sisterly" love between Trish and Ruth was such a delight to see at Washburne. My prayers are with you all. God Bless.

Bob & Marianne Janowski

April 9, 2006

We will miss your caring and beautiful smile. The time we were allowed with you seems so short now. Though you will never be very far from our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and the family you leave behind.

Cuevas Family

April 9, 2006

Our hearts go out to you, we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill Kushner and Family

April 9, 2006

Jim and family, it was with great sadness that I learned of Trish's passing. May God hold her in the palm of His hand, and comfort you all in your time of grief. Our prayers are with you all.

The Lydon's

April 9, 2006

Our deepest Sympathy to the Spratte Family. Mr. Spratte, Katie, Tom, and Alyssa we are so very sorry for your loss. Mrs. Spratte is loved and missed by all. May God be by your side. with sympathy and love, The Lydon's

Beth & Mike Kiewicz

April 9, 2006

To the Spratte Family,

Our deepest sympathy to all of you. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Fondly,

Beth & Mike Kiewicz

MaryAnn, Pete, Paul & Erin Bradarich

April 9, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Trish will be deeply missed.

With love,

Gary, Dena and Sydni Espey

April 9, 2006

Spratte Family,



Our thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with each of you at this time of grief.



May we all find comfort in having known Trish. Her strength, her courage and most important, her sense of humor will continue to be with each of us, daily.



"To live in the hearts we leave behind, is not to die" - Thomas Campbell

Christina , Ed, Margaret Hunt

April 9, 2006

All our prayers to your family. God Bless.

Brad and Eileen Dwyer

April 9, 2006

Trish's memory will live on forever. Her smile will always be in our hearts. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Nicole, Michelle & Paul Germaine

April 9, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Angela Walker

April 9, 2006

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him. And he will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:5-6 Thoughts and prayers from your Washburne family. Trish, be encouraged, from a sister to a sister.

Jim, Jacqueline and Jennessa Jackson

April 9, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tami Montoya

April 9, 2006

Only seeing you 2 days, i could feel the love that you had given everyone around you. I wish i could have more time with you, but God wanted you a little more. It was my pleasure meeting you, and your wonderful family, what a blessed life you have had.(Tam, the bath lady)

Esther Kundanis

April 9, 2006

Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. May you find comfort in the peace that Trish has now found. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Esther & Kailee

Diane Slezak

April 9, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Steve & Sandie Larek and Family

April 9, 2006

Where to begin? We prepared about a thousand pounds of corned beef in your kitchen over the last 20 years of South Side Irish parades. Our families have grown up and grown greater together. We've always been too busy to do the things we wanted together, never too busy to stop and catch up. We will hold you close always, your laughter, your kindness, your warmth, your patience, your courage, and mostly the glowing spirit that will never be extinguished. Our journey is grander that you have been a part of it.

Kate Jones

April 9, 2006

The Jones family extend our condolences to the Spratte and Crofton families. We met Trish through her wonderful daughter Alyssa. We knew her for a short time but this beautiful lady, with such a warm heart, became a dear friend to us. We will miss her greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jim, Alyssa, Tom, and Kate.

Charlie, Kate, Lauren & Adam Jones

Eric & Diane Routman

April 9, 2006

Our sincere sympathy and prayers. May peace be with you

Tony and Kathleen Padilla

April 9, 2006

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Patty Clarke

April 9, 2006

Jim,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all and keep you safely in the palm of his hand.

God Bless,

Patty Clarke

Retired C.P.D.

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