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LYNN KATALAK Obituary

Lynn Ann Katalak of Schaumburg Lynn Ann Katalak (nee Schaffhausen), 63, was the beloved wife of Joseph; loving mother of Michael (Carolina), Lorianne (Patrick) Mineau, Adam (Donelle), Tracy, Chris, Jim and Sarah Katalak; dear grandmother of eight; sister of Paul (Maureen) Schaffhausen and Karen (John) Stevenson; sister-in-law of Penny Katalak; and aunt of three nieces. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday, at Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services, 330 W. Golf Road, Schaumburg. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 19, at Willow Creek Community Church, 67 E. Algonquin Road, South Barrington. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be appreciated for Heartland Hospice. For information, call 847-882-5580.

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Published by Daily Herald on Dec. 17, 2011.

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Susan Fitch Tipton

February 28, 2012

I remember Lynn as a classmate. She was full of fun! My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

February 28, 2012

I remember Lynn as a classmate. She was full of fun! My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Susan Fitch Tipton, Del Mar, Ca.

Linda Jacobson Payne

January 6, 2012

Peace, and Love to Lynn and all your family.
A'66 classmate,
Jake

Susan Mindak Ellinger

January 6, 2012

Dear Joe and Family...May the Lord be with you and Lynn..and May St. Francis guide her to what is now her better place. Alvernia '66 Classmates.

Maureen McCarthy Hellman

January 6, 2012

Rest in Peace dear classmate. I have only the deepest sympathy for the loved ones you leave behind, as you begin your new life.

Joanne Giammarese

December 27, 2011

To The Katalak Family,
I knew Lynn as my Avon Lady for over 15 years. During that time we shared many conversations and she became my friend. She was always so pleasant and so kind. I will miss her.
Love and Prayers,
Joanne Giammarese

December 19, 2011

Dear Joe and Family,

My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your wonderful family.

Lynn and I go way back, approximately 30 years. She was a paramount blessing in my life, and so very instrumental in my spiritual rebirth and future.

Peace!

Michelle (Heckler) Gregg
Collierville, TN

Gertrude Slowik

December 19, 2011

May Our Dear Lord give you and your family strength in the time of need.

Dave and Gert Slowik

Helen Martinez

December 17, 2011

I remember Lynn as a person who always had a smile - no matter the circumstances. I will miss her. Lynn had great courage and I know she is in heaven and not suffering anymore. My deepest sympathy to her family and my prayers are with them.

Dennis & Barbara Miresse

December 17, 2011

Our deepest sympathies, may she rest in peace. She will be rembered with love as her journey continues, with our lord.

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