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Magdalene Finn Obituary


Magdalene A. "Maggie" Finn, 57, of Denver, CO, beloved daughter of Richard J. "Dick" and Margaret R., nee Ryan, Finn; sister of Eva Marie (Bob) Serrano, Richard "Mickey", James (Gina), Charity S. Pigoni, Mary Carol, Margaret A. "Peggie", Michael J. (Madeline), David M. (Cindy) and the late Terry and Matthew J. Finn; aunt of five nieces, seven nephews and four grandnephews. David, his wife, Cindy and son, Mitchell were very devoted caregivers to Maggie. We are grateful to our four daughters, who took time from their work to go to Denver to help Maggie. She has had over three years of very trying times with ovarian cancer. She had worked at University Physicians, Inc., Denver, CO. Memorial Mass 10 a.m. Saturday, June 28 at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 145 E. Grand Ave., Bensenville. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be appreciated for Ovarian Cancer Research or your local American Cancer Society's Relay For Life. Arrangements by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. Info 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 11, 2008.

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Bernita Sykes

June 10, 2008

Peggie - you have been on my mind lately and now I know why. So sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Ellen, Paul, Chris, and Jess Sarna

June 3, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Carolyn Shea

May 29, 2008

Peggie, I was sorry to hear of the death of your sister Maggie. I am so glad that you were able to spend these last few months with her and enjoy your time together. You and your family are in my prayers.

Dina Bryce

May 27, 2008

Peggie,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort knowing your sister is now at peace. You are missed at Unicare but how wonderful that you could be there for her and your family to see her through her illness. You and your family are in my prayers.

Michael & Carol Whittemore

May 15, 2008

Peggie, we are sorry to hear of the loss of your sister.

Our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure". Author Unknown

Molly Mueller

May 15, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories. I took care of Maggie in the infusion center and will miss seeing her.

Michele Kukulski

May 15, 2008

Peggie,

I am so sorry to hear about your sister's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Cheri Sullivan

May 14, 2008

I am very sorry for your grief and sorrow. God's plan is greater than we can know. There is a reason for everything and you can take comfort in knowing you will see her again some day.

Alex Hults

May 14, 2008

To Family and Friends,

When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. ~Kahlil Gibran

My prayers are with you.

Gary Peterson

May 13, 2008

My heart goes to you all, let each day continue with Joy and Happiness!

"LOVE LIFE and LIFE WILL LOVE YOU"
-GaP

Debra Conley

May 13, 2008

With my deepest sympathy to the family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you through this though time. May all the fond memories keep you all strong through this time.

Robin Tsoi

May 13, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mary Frances Bills

May 13, 2008

Maggie was a fun person to work with. She was always so helpful and willing to share her knowledge with her co-workers. I will miss her.

Karen Hamilton

May 13, 2008

I worked with Maggie for the 3 years she was with UPI. She was a private person and very knowledgable at her job. She always encouraged me to better myself. We will all miss Maggie she was a big part of University physicians, we are all shocked by her passing.

Kris Hansen

May 12, 2008

Charity

I am so sorry to hear of your sister's passing. She was heroic in her fight and, I am sure, a role model in her dignity and peace. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

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