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Muriel Houlihan Obituary
Muriel Patricia Houlihan, nee Bolger, age 84, was called to heaven on Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007, beloved wife of the late John; cherished mother of the late John (Joanne) and loving mother of Barbara Josefson, Kathleen (Bob) Redel, Patricia (Brian) Malone, William (Thom Scott), Marilyn (Bob) McMorrow, Maureen, Robert (Patricia), Eileen (Brian) Guimon, Mary Margaret (Jim) Thon, Susan, Nancy (Wayne) Bartosik and Thomas (Mary Beth); proud grandmother of 36, great-grandmother of 29 and loving grandmother of the late Danny Redel; devoted sister and "twin" of Vincent Bolger; treasured sister-in-law of Mary Beryl Houlihan; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews; loving sister of the late Gerald, Thomas, John and Kenneth Bolger and Dorothy Zeller; adored sister-in-law of the late James Houlihan and Mary (William) Silvestri; best friend of Peg Steik; and neighbor of Tom and Barb Clancy. Dedicated employee at York High School for over 34 years and winner of the 2005 "Outstanding Older Worker" Award. Visitation Sunday 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. and Monday, 9:15 a.m. until time of funeral 10:15 a.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road (1/2 mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 11 a.m. at Visitation Catholic Church. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the MS Society, 910 W. Van Buren, Fourth Floor, Chicago, IL 60607; the Palliative Care Unit, Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, 200 N. Berteau Ave., Elmhurst, IL 60126 or Elmhurst Memorial Hospice, 855 North Church Court, Elmhurst, IL 60126. For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or
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for Muriel Houlihan
Bill Drennan
November 8, 2007
I was sorry to learn of your mother's passing. It is always sad to lose another link to the old West Side. I remember your home at 123 Lockwood when my brother John and I were growing up at 338 Lockwood. Know that your mother and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ginny Callahan
October 29, 2007
I think the Houlihan house on Lockwood was a part of the West Side memories for a lot of us. Your Mom was a remarkable woman with so much warmth (not to mention energy) that she was hard to forget. My sympathy to the family at this time.
Diane Callahan Mastny
October 29, 2007
Dear Eileen and the rest of the Houlihan family,
My condolences to all of you on the loss of your mother.
Diane Callahan Mastny, STA Class of 1968
Roy & Aggie Bianchi & Family
October 22, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Dewbray
October 22, 2007
I am very sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I have fond memories of "Lockwood Ave." and you are all part of those memories. I will keep your mother in my prayers, but I really don"t think she will need them. Mike
Bonnie Graham
October 22, 2007
To The Entire Houlihan Family,
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Our family lived on Lockwood Ave. and I have many memories of being over at the Houlihan house. May your memories comfort you all during this difficult time.
With our sympathy,
The Basile Family
Bonnie Basile Graham
Bob Sr., Nancy, Great-Grandma, Marilyn and the McMorrow GreatGrandchildren -- Alaska June 2007
Robert McMorrow
October 21, 2007
Catie says: she was an awesome great grandma and she really loved her ice cream!
Ciara says: she always remembered to send us money for our birthdays.
Moira says: I'm glad that she came up to Alaksa this summer to visit
We loved her and will miss her dearly.
Bob McMorrow II and family
Bruce Bartosik
October 21, 2007
We offer our deepest sympathy to the entire Houlihan family. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will always remember Muriel as the happy and caring individual she was and that she touched everyone she met in a special way.
Bruce, Rose, Erin, Scott and Haley Bartosik
Rita Thornton
October 21, 2007
To All The Houlihan Family,
I have such fond memories of both your mom and dad. Your house on Lockwood was such a fun house to visit. There was always something going on and your mom seemed to be able to smile through it all. May all your wonderful memories give you strength to carry on the many Houlihan traditions taught to you by such special parents.
With love and prayers,
Rita Kernaghan Thornton
Cathy & Tony Holmes & Family
October 21, 2007
To the Entire Family,
It came with great sadness to hear of the passing of our Aunt Muriel. Muriel is one of Gods Angels watching over us now. We all have so many fond memories and will forever keep them in our hearts. We can all bet there is a big party going on in Heaven right now although We will miss Muriel dearly. God Bless all of you and give you peace. You are all in our prayers. Love always
Kathie Toms and Family
October 21, 2007
Muriel was a person who always made you feel at home no matter what....she was always ready for any new experience. A deep respect for her as a person and a sense of loss we will all share. We must celebrate her wonderful life on earth and her new heavenly life.
The Gibbons Family
October 21, 2007
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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