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Kathleen Boland Obituary

Kathleen A. "Kay" Boland, nee Barrett; Age 80; Devoted wife of Thomas for 56 years; Loving mother of Martin (Julie), Michael (Janet), Kathleen (Sean) Lawlor, Teresa (Jeffery) Loch, and Thomas (Lisa); Proud Nan of Jack, Joe, Patsy, Bridget, Mary Kate, Clare, Michael, Molly, Tom, Kailyn, Nora, Nieve, Tommy, and Annie; Adored daughter of the late Martin and Nora Barrett; Cherished sister of Rita (John) Deane; Beloved sister-in-law of Catherine (the late PJ) McCarthy, the late Flann (Mary) Boland, Anne (Christy) Browne, the late Danny (Margaret) Boland, the late John (the late Maureen) Boland, the late Mary (the late David) Liston, and the late Bridie (the late Marty) Keane; Dear aunt, cousin, and friend to many; Former Secretary of St. Denis Grammar School, and longtime Member & Officer of The Clare Association; Visitation Tuesday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.; Funeral Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge to St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 15050 Wolf Rd, Orland Park; Mass 10:30 a.m.; A live-stream of the Mass is available by using this link: https://www.asimplestreaming.com/kaboland; Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery; In lieu of flowers, donations to either Evans Scholars Foundation, www.wgaesf.org, or Misericordia Heart of Mercy, www.misericordia.com would be appreciated; For Funeral info, 708-422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 26, 2021.

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Mike Patricelli

September 20, 2022

Kay, you were a super nice lady, always smiling and always making people feel welcome, you were a loving wife, mother and gramma. RIP Mike & Vickie Patricelli.

Owen G. Glennon

September 30, 2021

My sympathies and prayers to all of the Boland family. Kay was a wonderful wife, mom, and grandma who was always delightful and welcoming with her great smile. She raised a wonderful family. Her faith and joy in life was evident in her children and grandchildren.

Bridget Mahoney-diamond

September 28, 2021

Deepest sympathy Thomas on the passing of your wife and condolences to the entire Boland family. May she Rest In Peace. From an old friend from Cross, Bridget Mahoney Diamond

Mike & Vickie Patricelli

September 28, 2021

To the entire Boland family:We are so very sorry about the passing of Kay, she was a truly wonderful woman, she was always so warm and friendly. Please accept are heartfelt condolences.

Margaret Lawlor and Family Co Kerry

September 25, 2021

Sincere sympathy to. Thomas , Martin , Michael, Cathy, Teresa, &Thomas and the extended Families on Kay´s sad passing . May Kay rest in peace .

Sr. Rosemary & the Residents of Misericordia Home

September 24, 2021

Our sympathy and special prayers for Kay and all her family and friends.

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28

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge

6116 West 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

Sep

29

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge

6116 West 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

Sep

29

Service

10:30 a.m.

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

15050 Wolf Rd, Orland Park, IL

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6116 West 111th Street, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415

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