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Rita Zajac Obituary

Zajac, Rita A. (nee Manning), age 61, beloved wife of John. Loving mother of Tim (Robin), Jason (Angela) Greg and Martin. Cherished grandmother of Aaron, Morgan, Casey and Cooper. Devoted daughter of the late Mack P. and the late Mary Virginia Manning. Beloved sister of Patrick (Margaret Bothfeld), Loretta (Alex) Martinez, Timothy (Cathleen Quinlan), Daniel (Joan Cowie), Cecilia, Gertrude Burns, Irene (Hugh) Rooney, John (Gail Ledenbach), Philip (Kristine Stengel), Kathleen (Dale) Multerer and the late Michael, the late Eileen (Thomas) Moore, the late Martin, the late Margaret and the late Christopher. Loving sister-in-law of Maryanne (Robert) Fitzgerald, Therese (Jerry) Spoden, Joseph (Colleen), Michael (Maryanne), Patricia (Mike) McGlinn and the late Anthony. Treasured aunt of 67 nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Diabetes Association, 30 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 2015, Chicago, IL 60602 would be appreciated. Funeral Saturday 9:15 am from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., to Our Lady of Victory Church, 5212 W. Agatite Ave., for Mass at 10:00 am. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3-9 pm. 773-736-3833 or visit Rita's memorial at www.smithcorcoran.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 21, 2010.

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Linda McBride

October 26, 2010

Dear Loretta and the Manning/Zajac Families. My condolences on your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rita McGovern

October 25, 2010

My sympathies to your family. I worked with Rita at Corboy & Demetrio many years ago along with Trudy and Renie. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Rita McGovern

October 23, 2010

Dear John and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely.....Rosaleen Dillon

Butch Nossem

October 22, 2010

I'm a long-time friend of the Mannings. Rita was one of the best. Please accept my condolences.

Mary O'Malley-Bishop

October 22, 2010

I went to High School at Immaculata with Rita. We have been out of touch for a long time, but I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Mary O'Malley-Bishop

October 22, 2010

I went to high school at Immaculata with Rita. Unfortunately, we've been out of touch for years. I am so sorry for your loss.

October 21, 2010

To the Zajac and Manning Families,
I want to express my deep sadness at the loss of Rita. I have so many happy and funny memories of her, a dear cousin and friend. I know she will be greatly missed by all of you there. I will be with you on Saturday in thought and prayer.
Love,
Carol Litwicki Copp

Patrick Hackett

October 21, 2010

Zajacs. Deepest sympathy. I loved your Mom. We're cousins and your Mom has always been a great one. Love, Pat Hackett.

Philip Gutsell

October 21, 2010

Rita was a strong and inspirational woman, In spite of her ailments, I never heard her complain. Though I saw her infrequently these past years she always greeted you with her endearing smile. My sympathies to John, the Zajac and Manning Families.

Matt Dillon (Weber H.S.)

October 21, 2010

Jason and Tim, and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May the good memories get you through. My condolences on your loss.

Patrick & Stacey King

October 21, 2010

Uncle John, Tim, Jason, Greg and Marty, so sorry to hear about Aunt Rita - she was the best aunt anyone could ask for. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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