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Helen O'Donoghue Obituary
Born to eternal life on May 12, 2021 at the age of 90 years. Beloved wife of Danny for 63 years. Loving mother of Danny Jr. (Sue), Katie (Paul) Smith, Jamie (Deb), John and Mary (Mike) O'Donoghue. Loving grandma of Patrick (Jessica), Dan Smith, Eileen Smith, Brendan, Deirdre, Bridget, Sean, Ruairi, Siobhan, Katie and Declan. Great grandma of Lucy and Molly. Dear sister of Jane (the late Dr. Hongxi) Su. Further survived by other relatives and many friends
Visitation on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at the Funeral Home from 5 PM until 7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 10 AM at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, 734 Glenview Ave., Wauwatosa. Face masks required at church. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Fairview South School for special needs children, Brookfield appreciated.
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Ann Brebeck
May 20, 2021
What a beautiful Mass you had for Bebe! Jamie's rememberence speech was so well done . Being able to fill the Church and not worry . I am so happy for you. My daughter Mary wanted to be with you so badly. So many memories. I
The line was too long plus I didn't leave much time, sooo I didn't get to sign in at Church. Mary now lives in Door County and could not get to the funeral.
Helen's giving heart touched many lives. A life well lived. RIP BEBE!
Rhonda & Tim Jacoby
May 20, 2021
O´Donoghue Family we are thinking of all of you during this time of grieving. Sending up prayers for strength during this time may Helen test in peace!
Brian Foley
May 18, 2021
Helen was the quintessential Irish Lady, strong willed, smarter than a whip, confident, loving mother who lived to brag about her children. She was knowledgeable about every subject and could convince you that her argument was the absolute gospel truth. I'm pretty sure she was a direct blood line to the Meng Dynasty, or at least she convinced me that she was from Chinese royalty. To this day the only sausage I will bye is Klements because she convinced me that the rest were just inferior. I loved her strength and valued her opinion. I will pray for her soul and know that she sits with the great leaders of the world at her heavenly banquet. She is a great lady!!!
Kieran and Connor Nash
May 18, 2021
Our thoughts are with you, may she Rest In Peace.
John and Faith O'Connell
May 17, 2021
To Jamie and the O'Donoghue family; our deepest condolences at this time. May God grant comfort and peace to you.
James& Kathleen Rushmer
May 17, 2021
Dear O' Donoghue Family ,We are so sad to hear of Helen's passing. What a marvelous person! We had wonderful times selling real estate, and celebrating life. You were truly blessed to have such a wonderful mother. Our deepest sympathy. Jim and Kathleen Rushmer
Beth and Scott Shully
May 17, 2021
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your dear mother. May your memories make you smile. Our deepest sympathy to your entire family.
Faye Spano-Morrow
May 17, 2021
Jamie, Deb and the entire O'Donoghue family. So saddened to hear of your loss. Sending good thoughts, prayers and my deepest condolences to all.
John O'Donoghue
May 16, 2021
Deepest condolences on your loss. May she rest in peace.
John & Mary Corriveau
May 16, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Danny Sr and the entire family during this time of great loss. Helen was a strong woman full of love and vitality. May your memories soothe the pain caused by her absence. No doubt she will be fiercely protecting you all from above.
Jim O'Keeffe
May 16, 2021
To the O'Donaghue family: Sadness fills my heart as I remember all the good times of ages gone by. May Bebe always rest in peace within the palm of God's loving hand. And may strength and love come over all of you as you remember and celebrate a wonderful life lived, and your Mom's most loving heart, smile, and laugh.
Martin Hersh
May 15, 2021
Jamie
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She always had a glow on her face when she would come for dinner at the pub. May her name and memory forever be a blessing amongst those she leaves behind.
SLAINTE!!!
Terry Mulert
May 15, 2021
Very sorry, John. May your heart be full with memories and love.
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