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JoANN Kelly Obituary

JoAnn Marie Kelly, nee Schweickert, of LaGrange, born June 4, 1931 in Peru, IL to the late Marie and the late Cletus Schweickert, and passed away January 9, 2013. Beloved wife of Donald V. Kelly. Loving mother of Deborah (Matthew) Martin, Timothy (Carla), Mary (Dave) Sewall, Mark (Norine), Donald (Sharon), Carol (Joe) Wrona, John (Julie) and Peter. Devoted grandmother of 18. JoAnn is survived by 6 brothers and 5 sisters and was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 1 sister. JoAnn was an Associate of the Sisters of St. Joseph and dedicated her life to her family, her faith, support of those with special needs and the pursuit of peace and justice for all. Visitation 3-9pm Sunday at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Prayers 10:45am Monday from the funeral home to St. Francis Xavier Church, in La Grange, for Mass at 11:30am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Sisters of St. Joseph, SEASPAR or St. Francis Xavier SPRED program appreciated. Funeral info 708-352-6500.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 11, 2013.

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Jon Moore

January 14, 2013

Tim, LaKay & I are very sorry for the loss of your Mother. Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to you, Carla and the entire family. While I didn't get a chance to meet your Mom, I know she & your Dad raised a good one in you. Our prayers & thoughts are with you Tim. God Bless.

Bradford Clark

January 11, 2013

My condolences to the Kelly family. Keep the faith.

Marilu Gill

January 11, 2013

Peace and Godspeed to a very special lady. We will miss you Mrs Kelly.

January 11, 2013

I am so very sorry. My heart and thoughts are with the entire Kelly family.

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