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Barbara Schenke Obituary
Barbara A. Schenke, nee McGray, 80, beloved wife of the late Robert Sr.; loving mother of Dorothy (Gus) Siapkaris, Bob (Kathy), Bill (Peggy) and Carole Schenke-Thorpe; caring grandmother of Rick
(Melissa), Debi (Todd), Cheri. Danielle, Sean, Laura, Ashley, Kevin and Marisa; proud great-grandmother of four; fond sister of Paul (Maryann) (the late Mildred) McGray and Jean (the late Bill) Gietler; cousin, aunt and friend to many. Funeral Services 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home, 17W201Roosevelt Rd., Oakbrook Terrace, IL (between Summit Av. and Rt. 83). Interment Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery. Visitation Monday 3 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday, 10 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name to the Vitas Hospice Charitable Fund 580 Waters Edge Dr., Suite 100 Lombard, IL 60148 would be appreciated. Information: 630-941-5860.
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for Barbara Schenke
July 13, 2008
Mom, you can drive my train anytime. I miss you so so much!
You were my "rock" ! You were the best mom, grandma and great grandma EVER! We all love you!
You have taught us all with your strength and braveness during your illness. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you.
You were my best friend and will miss all of our good times together.
Thank you for everything!
Love, your daughter Dorothy
Ashley Thorpe
July 4, 2008
Not a moment goes by where I don't think of my Grandma. She showed me how to be brave, how to give, and love unconditionally. I can't believe she is really gone, but I thank God for the 19 years I had with such an amazing woman to look up to.
Jim and Kim Stack
July 3, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda Lopez
July 1, 2008
I remember your mom as a very pretty and fun person to be around. She took good care of the Schenke family and she will also be looking out for you all from above. My prayers are with you at this time and always. Love, Linda Pacione Lopez
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Jan Connolly
June 29, 2008
So many memories...too many to tell here. Please know that we shall miss her (Never could call her Barb, always Mrs. Schenke). A special lady. To her family, you are in my prayers.
Bill Stack
June 29, 2008
My sincere sympathy to the entire Schenke Family. Barbara was a kind and caring lady and a very good friend of the Stack Family. We had a lot of good times together. May God bless you during this difficult time.
JIM-SUE MCGRAY
June 29, 2008
We cannot feel life's losses without first feeling the blessings of its fullness. When the Lord calls our loved ones home, He leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Your mom touched the lives and hearts of everyone she met. She meant so much to so many. We loved her and will miss her. You're in our hearts, our thoughts and in our prayers. God Bless. Jim and Sue
Grandma, Mom, and I. Mom's 50th surprise party. She looks awesome.
June 29, 2008
Grandma and I. Kindergarten graduation. 1995
June 29, 2008
Your proud Family
June 29, 2008
Mom - Your strength and courage will remain an inspiration for all the people that were fortunate to have known you. You have given us a gift by being our mother. Your caring and loving nature has nurtured us through the years and taught us that values are the foundation by which to build your life upon. We will miss you driving the train.
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