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Mary Burns Obituary

Mary Rita Burns, nee Stapleton, age 98, at rest September 5, 2020; Beloved wife of the late Robert J. for 57 years; Dearest mother of Robert Ret. Captain CPD (Marilyn), John Ret CPD (late Cindy), and the late Edward Burns; Loving grandmother of Robert (Marietta), Lizabeth (Nate) Engkjer, Maggie and Ruth Ann; Cherished great grandmother of Matthew, Emma, Max, Huxley, Aurora, and the beloved late Hannah; Dear sister of the late Ann (late Jule) Thornton, the late Loretta (late Dr. William) Graber, Jack (Marge) Stapleton, the late Thomas (late Joan) Stapleton, the late James (late Theresa) Stapleton and the late Patricia (late Phillip) Tebeau; Sister in-law to Patricia (late Mike) Panici; Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews; Past president of St. Casimir Maria Alumni; Past president of the Mount Carmel Mother's Club; Volunteer at Little Co. of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park for over 45 years and Eucharistic Minister; At the age of 75 she had her "1st hole in one"; I loved you all so much; Until we meet again; Visitation Friday, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of prayers 11:00 a.m. at Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St. Chicago Ridge to Sacred Heart Church, 8245 W. 111th Street, Palos Hills; Mass 12:00 p.m.; Interment St. Mary Cemetery; In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675; For Funeral info 708-422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com

Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 9, 2020.
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Dear Bobby and Jackie,
I was so sad to hear about your beautiful mom passing. I loved your mom and have so many fond memories of her. Unfortunately I won’t be able to make it to her service. I’m just getting over pneumonia and the doctor said not to go out for another month and not to be around a lot of people. I’ll say some extra prayers for her and all the family at this difficult time.

Susan Burns

Family

September 10, 2020

Aunt Mary I haven’t seen you in such a long , long time. May you Rest In Peace in union with Uncle Robert and until we meet again please know you will truly be missed! Love Billy Burns

William Burns

Acquaintance

September 10, 2020

Mary Burns my grand mother and GRAND she was... she was awesome in so many ways..!! She was an amazingly giving and thoughtful person - she was a self proclaimed “ordinary” south side Irish catholic woman who lived and extraordinary life and touched so many people in so many positive ways all with love and respect. I will forever be grateful for her love and what she has meant to me in my life... until we meet again... please tell Jesus I said Hello !! Love you so much Grannie!! Miss you so much already ...

Bob Burns III

Grandchild

September 10, 2020

Thank you Mary for the love & joy you brought to so many. We have fond memories of your visit to us in Tipperary, Ireland. Rest in peace, we miss you. With love from your Flanagan cousins, Ireland.

September 10, 2020

Sr. Mary Flanagan LCM

September 10, 2020

Sr. Mary Flanagan LCM

September 10, 2020

she will surely be missed

Barbara Graber

Family

September 9, 2020

Patrick Graber

September 9, 2020

Thinking of the family and wishing them comfort and peace

Jackie

September 9, 2020

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Memorial Events
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Sep

11

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

IL

Sep

11

Prayer Service

11:00 a.m.

Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge

6116 West 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

Sep

11

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

Sacred Heart Church

8245 W. 111th Street, Palos Hills, IL

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Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge

6116 West 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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