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Mary Ganey Obituary

Mary Regina Ganey, nee Moran, beloved wife of the late Albert D. Ganey; cherished mother of Denis (Janet), Maureen (Martin) Geraghty, Rita (Perry) Weinberg, Gerald (Debbie) and Thomas (Karen); honored grandmother of Bevin (Morgan Hammer), Todd (Jenny) and Keith Ganey, Patrick (Diana) Geraghty, Mary Elizabeth (John) Kenyon, Ann (Christopher) Sepersky, Nora, Joseph and Bridget Geraghty, Ellen and Jill Weinberg, Brian and David Ganey, Karl, Clara and Ryan Ganey; dear great-grandmother of Katie, Colleen, Molly and Sean Patrick Geraghty, Maggie and Katherine Sepersky, Huckleberry Hammer and Edward Kenyon. Grandsons Timothy and Denis Geraghty and Sam Weinberg together with great-grandson William Albert Kenyon have been waiting in heaven for grandma. She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Mary Frances Moran, nee Quinn, loving brother Charles (Rose), Thomas (Johanna), John (Rosemary) and sisters Anne Anderson (C.K. Anderson) and Sister Mary Vianney O.P. (Rosemary). Fond sister-in-law of Dennis Paul (Kay) Ganey, Ray (the late Helen) Ganey and Gene (Mari Lou) Ganey; favorite aunt of many nieces and nephews. Mary Regina was loyal Alumna of St. Andrew's Elementary School, Alverina High School and Mundelein College, all in Chicago. A faithful parishioner of St. Jerome's and later, St. Margaret Mary Catholic Churces in Chicago, Mary Regina was a member of St. Benedict's Nursing Home community beginning in October 2002. A generous and compassionate friend to so many, Mary Regina lived a life of service to her family and her community. ''Where your heart is, there also your treasure will be''. To honor her belief that each human life is a precious and sacred gift, we ask that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to Misericordia Heart of Mercy, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660. Funeral Saturday, 10 a.m., at St. Juliana Church, 7201 N. Oketo Ave., Chicago, IL. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 4 to 9 p.m., at Smith - Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago, IL 773-736-3833 or www.smithcorcoran.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Aug. 2 to Aug. 4, 2006.

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Pam Iverson

August 21, 2006

Ann and family...I am sorry to hear of the loss of your grandmother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.....

Sincerely, Pam Iverson

Sheila Cronin Silva

August 13, 2006

Tom and all the family, I remember your Mother so well. I felt so good one time when she called me on my birthday when I was just a little girl. I am honored to have lived in a neighborhood where there was a mother like her. She was so thoughtful and kind and she made me feel special.I will always remember her. Sheila Cronin Silva

Bishop Edward K Braxton

August 7, 2006

Saturday, August 5, 2006

The Liturgy of Christian Burial for Mary Regina

“I am at your side.”





My Dear Denis,



I mourn with you on the death of your beloved mother, Mary Regina. I treasure my memories of her and it is deeply frustrating that I cannot be physically at your side. Our parents are our foundation. No matter how long they live. No matter how ill they become. We are never fully prepared for their leave-taking.

Afterwards, our lives are never the same. There can be no talk of “getting over it.”



The enclosed text from Proverbs is a translation I made for Mother Dear for her sixty-fifth birthday. We used them at the Mass for her Golden Jubilee. They will be heard again at her Liturgy of Christian Burial. They seem very apt for your dear mother, Mary.



Across the miles I reach out and wipe away your tears. I touch your aching heart with my hand. I embrace you in your grief. And I give thanks to God for your dear parents. Surely Mary, Queen of Heaven welcomes them to share in the Eternal life promised to all who faithfully live the Good News of Jesus Christ!



Be at Peace.

Bishop Edward K Braxton



The Valiant Woman

The Book of Proverbs 31:10-31





Who shall find a valiant woman? Her worth is more than the rarest pearl brought from distant shores. The heart of her husband trusts in her and from her comes only gain. She shall bring to him goodness, never sorrow for all the days of their lives. Does she not busy herself with wool and thread, plying her hands with ready skill? Ever she steers her course like some merchant ship, bringing provisions from afar.



From early dawn she is up preparing food for the household. She shares it with any who have need. Property must be examined and bought and with the fruits of her hands she furnishes her home. How briskly she puts herself to the task, how tireless are her arms! Knowing well that industry is its own reward, all the night long her lamp light burns. Jealously has she set her hands to her work, her fingers clutch the spindle. Kindly is her welcome to the poor, her purse is never closed to those in need. She shall not fear for her house in the cold of snow, for she has clothed her loved ones with double garments. From her own hands are the coverlets for the beds.



She sets her table with the finest of foods. With goodness, strength, and beauty is she clothed. Protected by her own industry and good repute, she greets the morrow with a smile. When she opens her mouth it is in wisdom, and with kindness does she govern her words. She keeps close watch over all that goes on in her home, never content to live in idleness.



Her husband, too, is honorable and respected in both public and private affairs and he never ceases to sing her praises. Her children rise up and are first to call her blessed. Many good women have enriched there homes, but amongst them she is unrivaled. Winning ways may be deceptive, and beauty is but a breath. It is the women who fear the Lord who shall be renowned



For works such as hers claim their reward. With great praise shall we call her name, now and forever!

Mary Ann (Kearney) Burke

August 7, 2006

Regina was a favorite "cousin in law" of mine. I too was a Mundelein Alumna '58. We corresponded many times since I moved to Florida. She is in my prayers.

August 6, 2006

Paul, Ray,and Gene Ganey and all our 2nd cousins, Regina's children, who wouldn't know us, our deepest sympathy and prayers. Don and Nadine Murray and Marilyn (Murray ) Strange. Pax eternal

Helen-Sauer Brown

August 5, 2006

When we were students at Mundelein, Reggie the mathematician could be counted on to keep the facts straight, Mary Regina the philosopher would keep the discussion on the topic, and somewhere the wily Regina would crack everybody up with a humorous insight that made pomposity ridiculous and pretense one big laugh! There are so many other images and memories === profound, sweet, sacred and profane === your mother's gifts made Mundelein College itself a greater place. She also herself made being in her company a better experience of life. May she now rest in peace and may her eternal life be enriched by knowing you all love each other truly. Peace Helen Sauer Brown, Mundelein '44

Tom Rook

August 5, 2006

It has been many many years since I have been with you as extended family. My heart and prayers are with all of you at this time.

your cousin Tom Rook

Jerry & Alma Pettit

August 5, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time in your lives. We know Regina is with our lord and he will be with you all at this time as well. God Bless you all

Bob (and Lori) Rook

August 5, 2006

Our Deepest Sympathy to Regina's family on her loss. I am a first cousin to her late husband, Al, and remember her bright and cheerful presence at family functions. I just learned of her death this morning (Saturday the morning of the funeral) from another cousin, Don Murray.

Marcia DuMont-Beekil

August 5, 2006

Dear Maureen...I am so sorry to read about your mother....she must have been a wonderful soul to have had such a lovely family. My sincere prayers are with you all.

Peggy Jensen (Kohnen)

August 3, 2006

So sorry to hear of your mother's death. I'm Margaret Kohnen's daughter, Peggy from Dayton, OH. It's by accident that I found your mother's daeth notice. I was looking for my cousins death notcie, she died yesterday as well! Your mother was a dear woman, a special and longtime friend (and roommate) to my mother. I do beleive they are together again watching over us. My prayers are with your family at this sad time.

Ann Gleeson

August 3, 2006

In addition to my acquaintance with Maureen, I knew of your mom through my mother, Viriginia Bujewski Gleeson, who was also a member of the "Intelligencias", a club which originated at Alvernia High School. The members met at each other's homes and always had a great time. Your mom was so thoughtful to come to my mother's funeral in 2001 even though they had lost touch over the years. I rememeber her kind words to me.

May you all take comfort in the gifts your mom has left with so many.

Margaret McGrath

August 2, 2006

Our hearts and prayers are with all cousins, friends and family. Aunt Reg WAS beloved by many.

Margaret Hart McGrath, Ed, Philip & Terry

JUNE MALOLEPSAY

August 2, 2006

GERRY,DEBBIE,BRIAN AND DAVID AND THE GANEY FAMILY,

WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MRS.GANEYS'S DEATH. SHE WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON WHO CARED SO MUCH.WE WILL NEVER FORGET HER. HER MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US.

YOU ARE ALL IN OUR PRAYERS.

LOVE ALWAYS,

TED AND JUNE

Ellen Daum-Grod

August 2, 2006

I remember your Mom so fondly. She was a classy lady and both of my parent's adored her. She was connected to my Dad with both St. Andrew and St. Jerome. I am sure she is enjoying a nice chat with my Mom right now!

Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Cathy Lenihan Nelson

August 2, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss of your sweet mother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Mary (Hamer) Burnett

August 2, 2006

My second mother while growing up, "Mrs. Ganey" will be forever special to me. Dennis, Maureen, Rita, Gerry, and Tom my thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

Love,

Barbara Wideburg

August 2, 2006

I'm sorry for your loss.

Frank and Mary Hart

August 2, 2006

Although we will sorely miss her, we know that she is now happy in Heaven.

Love to all, Frank & Mary Hart

Ellen Moran O'Neil

August 2, 2006

My eyes are filled with tears at the news of her passing, my heart with gratitude for her life and my mind with peace now that she is in peace. My thoughts are with my cousins. love,

Ellen

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