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Sharon Raya Obituary

Raya, Sharon Rose (nee O'Malley) Died February 1, 2014 with her daughter, Bridget, and niece, Mary Margaret, by her side. She was born December 8, 1947 on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception to Margaret and John O'Malley. Sharon is survived by her beloved daughter, Bridget; her faithful cat, Judy; and loving dog, Mason. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dominick Raya. She was the dear sister of Barbara (James) Lindberg, William (Marilyn) O'Malley, Mary (Albert Gonzalez) O'Malley, Patricia (Richard) O'Malley-George, Sheila Sander, Kevin (Mary) O'Malley, Terrence O'Malley, Antoinette (Elroy) O'Malley-LeJeune, John O'Malley, the late Michael (Charlene) O'Malley and the late Judith (late Francis) LaRoche. Sharon leaves behind a legacy of generosity, compassion and a strong faith. Her wit and wisdom will live on in the memories and actions of her nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday 9:30 a.m. from the Hickey Memorial Chapel, 4201 W. 147th St., Midlothian to St. Christopher Church for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Monday 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 708-385-4478

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 3, 2014.

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Heather J Thode

January 27, 2023

Miss you aunt Sharon, Love you Heather

May 11, 2014

Bridget Raya

May 11, 2014

Happy Mother's day to the best mother. I miss you so much.

Debby G

February 3, 2014

RIP My Sweet, Loving, & Caring Aunt. I will forever keep you in my heart with all the great memories, especially of all of us girls dancing together in your living room. You were one of a kind & I couldn't have asked for a better 2nd Mother. I will miss you Aunt Sharon but I will also look forward to the day we meet again. I love you so much!

heather thode

February 3, 2014

Rip aunt sharon you will be missed.

Heather Thode

February 3, 2014

My dear Aunt Sharon" you will be missed very much, may you rest in peace and our condolences to all your loved ones, love you always Heather, Michael, and Marty O'Malley and Adam Swan and Dolores and James Buchanan.

Karol Hayes

February 3, 2014

RIP Aunt Sharon, thank you for giving me memories that will last beyond a lifetime and for always wrapping us up in your love warmth and faith. You will be missed more than you know but I know you will be watching over us all. The stars will be shining brighter with you as a beautiful angel. I love you always!!

Gina Thomas

February 2, 2014

I love You Aunt Sharon. You were an angel on earth and heaven just gained a most treasured angel. You will always be in my heart. Love Gina Thomas

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