BORN

1927

DIED

2015

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Cooney Funeral Home - Park Ridge

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Park Ridge, Illinois

Antoinette Connolly Obituary

Antoinette "Cal" or "Honey" Connolly, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2015 at her home in Highland Park surrounded by loved ones, including her devoted husband of 61 years, John E. "Jack" Connolly. Antoinette was born in Chicago on September 13, 1927 to Joseph and Lena Caliva. Her two older siblings, Victoria (Will) Brauer and Michael ("Pat") Caliva preceded her in death. She is survived by her sister-in-law "Pat" Caliva, brother-in-law Robert (Kathryn) Connolly, many loving nieces and nephews, and a caring team of coworkers at Misericordia Home, where she headed the department of human resources for many years. A memorial service celebrating her life will take place at Misericordia on a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to Misericordia Home, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660. Arrangements by Cooney Funeral Home 847-685-1002

Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 28, 2015.
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Will always remember and love you, Cal. You and Jack played such a big part in my life since way back when. I will especially remember how you covered my flank at Monestero's.

Ray Ward

February 2, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

the green team of rainbow hospice

January 29, 2015

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