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IRENE CIEPLY Obituary

Irene Cieply, 90, formerly of Dolton, Chicago, and Detroit, passed away quietly April 8, 2011 at Heritage Manor in Elgin, surrounded by her family. Loving and beloved mother of Christopher, Trina (Higgins), and Peter Cieply and mother-in-law to Annabel (Arnott) Cieply, Dennis Higgins and Ellen (McGarrahan) Cieply; dear wife of the late Walter Cieply; fond daughter of the late Wladislaw and Maria Pasterczyk, and sister of the late Theresa (Pasterczyk) Tupper and the late Narczyz Pasterczyk; caring aunt to many nieces and nephews; proud and devoted grandmother to Skylyr and Kyrstyn Cieply. She will always be remembered for her good humor and quick wit, her kindness and optimism, and most of all, her unconditional love. Memorial service to be held at a later date. Information: [email protected]

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 8, 2011.

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Richard the Wrede

July 28, 2012

What about German? She inspired all to learn German via the television German classes.
Dish Night - surely nobody has forgotten how enjoyable Dish Night was with her inspiration.

Anne Flyzik

May 29, 2012

Trina and Peter (and of course Christoper), I have fondest memories of your mother. Her kindness, gentleness and open-heartedness, her laughter and humor, made all the visits to your home in Dolton the loveliest of times. Although I haven't seen any of you since the days of Moondoggie, Cameron, and the dictionary game played around your dining table, I've never forgotten the friendship. God bless you all.

Cindy Burns

May 11, 2011

Trina & Peter,
I not only remember your Mother's humor, but her courage. Thank you for posting this particular picture. I had forgotten how beautiful she was.

Dennis Higgins

May 10, 2011

In rememberance of Mama Cieply. She had the greatest sense of humor. Made me laugh all the time. Even her last days, she gave Chris, Peter, Ellen, Trina and I some chuckles. That's what I'll always remember most about her, that wonderful humor.

Gary Frantzen

May 8, 2011

Thinking of you, with sympathy and fond memories.

James Boyd

May 8, 2011

Chris and Trina
I have very fond memories of your mother when we were growing up together in Dolton. She watched carefully over us and was the perfect "Mom". My sympathies and my heartfelt best to you both. James Boyd St John, IN

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