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Jean Roche Obituary

Jean Marie Roche, nee Woods, of Park Ridge; loving wife of the late James Richard Roche; loving mother of Anne Marie (Charles) Magolske, John, and Kathleen Roche; devoted grandmother of Elizabeth (Evan) Alexander, Caroline, James, Jacqueline, Grace and Colette Magolske, Amelia, Audrey and the late Julianna Roche; devoted sister of Maureen Woods, Joan (late John) Cunningham, Peter (late Mary Kay) Woods and the late Mary Woods. Devoted aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, Aug. 3, 3 to 8 p.m. at the Ryan-Parke Funeral Home, 120 S. Northwest Hwy. (2 blks. S. of Touhy) Park Ridge. Funeral Friday, Aug. 4, 9:30 a.m. from funeral home to St. Paul of the Cross Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to The Willows Academy and Northridge Preparatory School appreciated. Funeral and obituary information, visit www.ryan-parke.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 2, 2023.

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Gabrielle M. Buckley

August 7, 2023

The Mundelein College/Gannon Scholar Alumnae Association sends its deepest condolences to Jean Marie's family. May eternal rest be granted to Jean Marie, and may perpetual light shine upon her.

Cathleen & Maribeth

August 4, 2023

May the peace of the Lord and love within your family bring comfort to your hearts. Visiting Jean and hearing her stories was a blessing.

The Laird Family

August 2, 2023

Please accept our condolences. Jean was a wonderful woman and we truly will miss her.

The Staff of Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

August 2, 2023

Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.

Jackie Berliant

August 1, 2023

Jean was such a wonderful person. I was lucky enough to work with her for many years at Canty school. She will be missed.

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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

120 S. Northwest Hwy., Park Ridge, IL 60068

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Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Paul of the Cross Church

140 South Northwest Hwy., Park Ridge, IL 60068

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120 South Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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