Ellen Kirwin Obituary

Ellen M. Kirwin

AGE: 71 • Oaklyn

On February 15, 2013, (nee Mackie) of Oaklyn, NJ. Age 71 yrs. Beloved wife of Kenneth R. Kirwin, Loving mother of Kristopher, Elizabeth, John and James (Nila) Kirwin, and Cherished grandmother of Jackie, Jimmy, Sarah and Katlyn.

Ellen was a devout Catholic and a parishioner of St. Aloysius Church for 40 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Wednesday morning from 10:00 to 11:00am at St. Joseph the Worker Parish at St. Aloysius Church, 37 W. Haddon Ave., Oaklyn. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated 11:00am. Committal will be private and held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers the family has requested Memorial Donations in Ellen's name be made to the American Cancer Society 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. Arrangements entrusted to the CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, Oaklyn, NJ. www.creranfh.com

Published by Courier Post from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2013.
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To the Kirwin family,
We all remember a few of "Elsie's" visits to the Berkshires, and how hard she made everyone laugh. No doubt, Ellen is in good company now...
Sincere condolences on your loss. I know she'll be missed.
With sympathy on behalf of the "Healy Girls" and their families,
Susan Healy
"Heels" Favorite Daughter

February 23, 2013

Ken-
On behalf of my family, we want to extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to you. We hope that you are comforted by the many happy memories we all have of Ellen and the support of your family and friends. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of parting.

Tim Shawaryn

February 20, 2013

To the entire Kirwin Family
Our family's sincere condolences, we will miss Aunt Ellen very much. Our hearts are heavy, the pain is real, a void exists. Our memories of Ellen are many and they all involve fun and laughter. Ken, we greive with you, and may God give you strength as you face tomorrow. May God bless you all.

Gene & Debbie Shawaryn

February 20, 2013

TO THE KIRWIN FAMILY, she was a wonderful wife,mother, grandmother,and friend..our thoughts and prayers have been with you..sadly missed, never forgotten..with lots of love and friendship.. the Gibbs'.

Steve Gibbs

February 20, 2013

To the Kerwin family. I am so sorry for your loss, this is such a shock, we just seen her on the 29th of Jan when she came in Beau Monde to get her hair done. We all loved her and all her stories and her great trips..and drinking warm beer..haha, she was a great person and I will miss her.

Cookie Shivers

February 19, 2013

TO THE KIRWIN FAMILY
I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ELLEN WAS
AMAZING PERSON I WORKED WITH HER YEARS AGO AND ONCE IN WHILE WE MEET AT MERRYFIELDS FOR DINNER SORRY WE NEVER GOT TOGETHER AGAIN WOW.. I MISS HER VERY MUCH. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYS ARE WITH YOU.

PATTY KINSKY

February 19, 2013

To the entire Kirwin family and everyone that knew Aunt Ellen, you have my deepest condolences. Aunt Ellen was always straight to the point and knew always when to lighten the mood. She will be greatly missed and my prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Love,
Pat Sam

Patrick Shawaryn

February 19, 2013

Dear Kenny,words do not express the sorrow felt in Ellen's passing.She was my childhood friend,Maid of Honor and always there in my heart.Carl and I are so glad to have visited with you both the last time we were in Jersey.Reminiscing with you was a joy.You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.She will remain always in my heart and memories.Love to you......Anne and Carl

February 19, 2013

Sadly missed, but at peace now. I know how much she loved cats and so here a parting photo.

Charlie Kevlin

February 18, 2013

Liz, Words can't even express how sorry I am for you and the boys. Sending you prayers, hugs and love. As always, I'm thinking of you and hope you know that I'm here for you. It's been a lifetime, and I'm glad we're friends (once removed - is that what we'd call it, with Denise connecting us?) Love you and again, please know how sad I am. I'm so sorry I can't be there for you Wednesday. Julie

Julie Hansell

February 18, 2013

With love to a beautiful Mother and Grandmother. God bless your Memory.

Carol Beavers

February 18, 2013

Much love and memories we have of Aunt El. We will miss her dearly at every family function. I always looked forward to the conversations we would have. She never said anything she didn't mean. I know she is having a grand time with Mom now, and that gives me great comfort. May God watch over her and comfort her. Uncle Kenny, James, John, Chris and Liz...saying prayers for you all during this difficult time. Love, Julia, Ron and Karla

Julia Hawkins

February 18, 2013

May you see God's light on the path ahead
When the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear,
Even in your hour of sorrow,
The gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness
Never turn your heart to stone,
May you always remember
when the shadows fall—
You do not walk alone.

Beverly Hartley-Crosson

February 18, 2013

My deepest condolences to you all. Ellen was a dear friend in our high school years. We shared many happy times together and Ellen brought a lot of laughter and joy to all of us. I'm so glad I was able to visit with her at St. Joseph's 50th high school reunion. May the peace and grace of the Lord be with you all. Anita (Hart) Galloway

Anita Galloway

February 17, 2013

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