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Virginia Cawley Obituary

Cawley, Virginia C. (nee Egan) Beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Cawley; Humbled and thankful mother of Deborah, CPD, (Ralph, CPD) Chiczewski and Geralyn, CPD, (Reno, CPD) Baiocchi; Proud grandmother of Katie, CPD (David) Holtkamp, Kelly, CPD (Tim, CPD) Schnoor, Maggie and Joe Chiczewski and Angela Baiocchi; Great-grandmother of Nora, Matthew and Joseph. Predeceased by Bud (the late Molly), Tots (the late Jimmy) and Duke (Maryann). "Many thanks to the residents of RRC; Mather Cafe, School Clerk group, and all my other true blue relatives and friends who thought about and prayed for me throughout this journey." Visitation Friday 9:00 am at Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 W. Talcott (at Harlem), Chicago, until time of Funeral Mass 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Resurrection Retirement Community, 7262 W. Peterson, Chicago, IL 60631, or Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, 1407 W. Washington Boulevard, Chicago, IL, 60607, appreciated. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to M.J. Suerth Funeral Home. For further information 877-631-1240 or www.suerth.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 10, 2013.

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Kathy Swanson Guy

February 23, 2013

Geralyn and Debbie. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
We have not been in tough over the years but I remember your mom's kind smile. Kathy Swanson

February 4, 2013

Dear Debbie & Geralyn, Just wanted to to know how sorry I am to hear of your mom's passing, I just found out thru my aunts. Your parents were such good friends with my parents, Charlie & Irene. It seems we are never prepared for the loss of a parent. My sympathy and prayers to you and your families.
Maureen Rodgers Groh

Liz Riordan

January 15, 2013

Dear Debbie and Geri, So sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. No matter how old we get, it is always hard to say goodbye to our mommy. My deepest sympathy.

Judy & Bill Noelle

January 11, 2013

We knew Viginia (and Tony) from our first home (condo) on Keystone in Chicago. Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Although we moved away 25 years ago, we always thought kindly of them both. I'm sure you will miss Virginia, but I'm equally sure that you have wonderful memories to sustain you in your time or sorrow. She (they) were wonderful neighbors to the "young couple" that moved into their building so many years ago. God Bless.

January 10, 2013

Debbie & Gerri, we are so sorry about your mom. She was a great lady.
Barb and Marty Mantynband

January 10, 2013

I LOVED Mrs. Cawley...she will always be #1 in my heart...so sorry for the loss of a WONDERFUL MOM/GRANDMA/Great Grandma...just an all around wonderful lady...She is at peace though and all is good she's with dad!!! Love you guys, Cindy Serafini!!!

MARK LENGYEL

January 10, 2013

DEAR' GERALYN SORRY TO HERE ABOUT YOUR MOM. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. LOVE THE LENGYELS

Jim Keating

January 10, 2013

My deepest sympathy for your loss.

Sue Conrad

January 10, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Doris Gianotti

January 10, 2013

My sympathy on the loss of your mother, She was the bravest woman I know. She's now without pain and in peace. We all missed her at Mather, she was a friend to many.

Tom & Colette McGrath & Family

January 10, 2013

Deborah & Family,
It is very hard to adjust to the loss of your mother, but your beautiful children and extended family will help you get through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours as you adjust. Just talk to your mom like you did every day, cause she's still listening!

Terri Bumgardner

January 10, 2013

Our deep sympathy on the passing of your mom! Our family was always moved by her kind and loving ways! She will be missed by so many.

Love to you all!
Terri Bumgardner & Family

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

January 10, 2013

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Virgiia will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 13 JAN, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.chicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

Terri Lippert

January 10, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to your family. I also have great memories of growing up with Geralyn.

Fr. Thomas Nangle, CPD (ret) Chaplain

January 10, 2013

I'm so sorry for the empty spot Virginia leaves in your family now, and she'll live on in your hearts and reminiscences as you continue your own journey thru life. It was such a beautiful choice to put her own words in the death notice...you let her speak for herself. She lives forever with our good God now, so my prayers will be for all of you as you mourn and eventually heal.

John DeBatolo

January 10, 2013

My deepest sympathies go to you and your family.

Bob & Vicki Kuchowicz

January 10, 2013

We are so saddened by your loss. Virginia was a wonderful woman and will remain in memories forever.

Cindy Hasenjager

January 10, 2013

nothing but wonderful chilhood memories at your house, a lot! you are loved.
You will be missed.

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