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1924

DIED

2019

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Nelson Funeral Home

820 Talcott Road

Park Ridge, Illinois

Harriet Fairbairn Obituary

Harriet E. Fairbairn, 95, loving daughter of the late Peter and late Isabella; beloved sister to 12; cherished aunt, great-aunt, and great-great-aunt to many nieces and nephews. Harriet was devoted to her family and her Scottish Heritage. She was a claims adjuster for Allstate Insurance for over 40 years. She was an animal lover, enjoyed gardening, and supported St. Jude's Children Hospital. Above all she was dedicated to the Park Ridge Presbyterian Church. Funeral service will be on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at 2 p.m. Park Ridge Presbyterian Church, 1300 W. Crescent Ave., Park Ridge. In lieu of flowers, donate to St. Jude's Children Hospital or the Park Ridge Presbyterian Church in Harriet's memory.

Published by PL-Central on Dec. 12, 2019.
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Certainly remember so fondly the many Thanksgiving dinners with all the family at the Fairbairn house. Also, the vacations each summer to see my aunts, uncils, and cousins. She loved each one in the family and will be missed. So glad she had a long life.

Clifford O'Neal

Family

February 10, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to the Fairbairn family. Harriet, Dorothy, Jane and Isabelle were our neighbors for over 30 years. Harriets generosity and kindness will always be remembered. We will keep Harriet and the Fairbairn family in our thoughts and prayers.

Lorel and Tom Brunet

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December 15, 2019

May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.

December 12, 2019

My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones who passed away in death . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .

December 9, 2019

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2:00 p.m.

Park Ridge Presbyterian Church

1300 W. Crescent Ave., Park Ridge, IL

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820 Talcott Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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