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Memories and Condolences
for Rita Cullen
Amy Varga
September 22, 2006
My sincerest condolences to the Cullen family. To all my cousins, I was sad to hear about the passing of your mother. During the difficult year ahead, I hope you continue to feel the love and support of your family and friends.
Jim/Jackie Luzinski
April 2, 2006
Rita was a great mother to her large family and wonderful person. Our thoughts go out to you in this time of sorrow.
Jackie and Jim Luzinski
Lynn Cudney Hansen
March 27, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I will remember her wonderful sense of humor and ready wit. I know that you will miss her. With love, Lynn Cudney Hansen
Loretta & Jerry Cavanagh
March 26, 2006
Dear Chrisann, Jamie,Mike,Dan,Bill,Terry and Tom--Your mom and I met in the early 1950s which as you know began a life long friendship. We partyed, picnicked, played and had a whole lot of fun together for many years while you seven along with the Rogan, Coughlin and Cavanagh kids were growing up. While the years flew bye and there was less togetherness, that can't ever diminish the great memories of and the love we have for Rita, your mom! God bless her and all of you from the Cavanaghs.
Jim and Jeannie Luzinski
March 25, 2006
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this difficult time. Rita was a very special lady.
Our deepest sympathy.
Jodie Olsen
March 24, 2006
It's hard to imagine the future without Rita Cullen. I feel so honored to have been a friend of hers for nearly 15 years, I only wish we had 15 more. Rita was an amazing woman, as most of Palatine already knew. It was a beautiful sight to see all of her family, friends and neighbors at her wake and funeral. Rita loved parades, and that was one awesome parade in her honor. Her spirit and spunk will go on forever, you can see it in her kids and grandchildren, she had a great zest for life and no matter how bad things would get, she always made them fun. Rita is a great example of how we should all try to live life to the fullest. Her stories and memories will go on for ever, and they will always bring a smile to our faces.
Prayers and Love to all of the Cullen's.
Ernie and Harriet Loberg
March 24, 2006
We enjoyed years of fun-filled visits with Rita at many family occasions. She was one great gal! We will miss her presence and laughter and smiles, but will hold dear the memories of her always.
Kevin Connolly
March 24, 2006
I extend my sincerest condolences to the Cullen family for your loss. Living just a few houses down from the Cullen family on Patten Drive, I maintained a strong respect for Rita Cullen. When you lose some one, your life changes, and it’s never really the same again. So you make a new life, and you make it the very best you can. Rita Cullen exemplified this experience. I believe her memory and example will live on for a very long time.
The Olsen Family
March 23, 2006
Our thoughts and prays are with you all.
Mary Kay, Shane, and Todd Olsen
Julie Robbins-Glassey
March 23, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you during this difficult time and God bless. Julie
Joanne Dierssen-Balis
March 23, 2006
I have such great memories of your mom. She had such a sweet,funny,and wonderful way about her. She always made me feel so special. At the age of five, I remember, she was the first one I wanted to go to to show off my new slippers. I remember her saying how fancy they looked! I was mighty proud of those slippers and she made me feel like a little princess. God bless Rita for her wonderful spirit that touched so many.
Ashley Cole
March 23, 2006
Michael and Danny
My prayers go out to you and your family
Love
Ashley Cole
PEGGY DIERSSEN
March 23, 2006
Cullen "kids"...I thought the world of your mom. I have so many memories of you guys living down the street in Palatine. I remember your mom would ring the bell on the porch to round you all up for dinner! It wasn't until I was older that I realized what a strong woman she was and such a wonderful mother. I stayed at your house one weekend when my parents were out of town and your mom helped me get ready for my first date. I was in 7th grade and very nervous as it was also my first school dance. Your dear mother was so kind to me...I've never forgotten. During my early 20s I stopped by your place on Patten Drive. It was a hot summer night and we had a long chat. I loved her sense of humor, winning personality and warm smile--such a great laugh too! Your mom was one of those special people that I'll never forget. I'm grateful for having known her. She was the best!
Peggy Dierssen
Bill Dierssen
March 23, 2006
Dear Cullen kids, your mom was the stalwart matriarch of your wonderful family. I still marvel at her deft ability to keep the whole show running with mirth and good humor. Now, like my dad just a month ago, she is at peace in the thunderous silence...
wynanne dierssen
March 23, 2006
I have so many fond, heartwarming and loving memories of Rita and her family. We were both raising our families in the sixties in Palatine, Il. and spent many fun times together. I will always rememember her great sense of humor, love of her children and life. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Luzinski(Cole)
March 23, 2006
May all the wonderful memories of your special mother comfort you at this time.With blessings and sympathy to all of you.
Greg & Chris (Carlson) Gillis
March 22, 2006
Michael and Danny, Chris and I are very sorry for your loss. Your Mom is in our prayers.
Cindy & Mark Schmeichel
March 22, 2006
Our hearts go out to Dan, Jean, and the entire Cullen family. We did not know Rita personallly, but she must have been an amazing lady to raise such a wonderful son. I am sure she is in Heaven right now giving my grandpa a cheer!
Cindy Johnson
March 22, 2006
Our families thoughts and prayers are with each of the Cullens for their loss. Mrs. Cullen was an extraordinay woman who raised and provided for her children. Her efforts would make anyone proud -- just look at her families achievements. Our sympathy and condolences.
Cindy Johnson
Carol Weaver
March 22, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. I am so sorry for your loss. I always thought your mother was a very special lady.
Julie & Dan Harrington
March 22, 2006
We send our deepest sympathy to Chrisann and the "brothers" for the loss of your Mom. She was a fun and great lady. We loved to hear Rita's magnificent stories about her wonderful children and grandchildren. We will miss her dearly.
patricia hoffman
March 22, 2006
What a strong and gracious woman Rita was. It was my pleasure to know her. God bless the Cullen family. You will always have wonderful memories of your Mother. Pat Hoffman (Palatine)
Dave Birgmann
March 22, 2006
Growing up with the Cullen family I have many fond memories of your mother. My prayers go out to all of you.
Linda Frederick
March 22, 2006
Deepest sympathies to the Cullen family. Your mom and I always shared great times and wonderful laughter whenever we were together. She was a vivacious, warmhearted women and it is my honor to have known her. God Bless and guide you throught this difficult time.
David Asmann
March 22, 2006
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I have fond memories of your mother, may she rest in peace. She will be in our prayers.
Mary & Bob Cudney
March 22, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cullen family for their loss. Rita was a very special lady who worked hard to provide for her family. She can be proud of her efforts, her legacy is reflected in the success her family has achieved.
Our heart felt sympathy and deepest condolences.
April Moffa (Lewin)
March 22, 2006
I am sorry for your loss. I am out of town traveling on business otherwise I would have come to the visitation. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with you all!
- April
Barb Mara
March 22, 2006
I feel blessed to have known
you and will miss your smile
and your terrific laugh! Thanks
for such great memories. I will cherish them always. With love...
Dan Hoffman
March 22, 2006
There is a special place in Heaven for the mother of the Cullen boys.
God Bless Rita and the Cullen Family.
Dan,Kathy,Katie,Nicholas Hoffman
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