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Mary Dooley Obituary

Dooley, Mary Ann (Nee Blonien) At rest Nov. 22, 2006, age 78. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Ralph and daughters, Patricia and Nancy (Robert) Koney. Beloved mother of Christine (Michael) Laabs, Michael (Angela), Peter (Cherie), Paul and James. Cherished grandmother of John (Gina), Patrick, Tammi (Ben), Teri, Marissa, Miranda, Tristan, Moran, Quentin and Christina. Great-grandmother of Dayton, Tyler and Benny. Special friend of Kimber. Dear sister of Catherine (Bruno) Jablonski, Dolores (Eugene) Perszyk and Betty Jane (Donald) Metzger. She was a resident of Forest Ridge Retirement Community. Special thanks to the Commonwealth Dialysis Center. Visitation Mon. at Schaff Funeral Home, 4:30-8 PM. Vigil 7:30 PM. Funeral Service Tues. at 9:30 AM from Schaff to St. Matthias Church, S. 93rd and W. Beloit Rd. for Mass at 10 AM. Interment Holy Trinity Cemetery. SCHAFF FUNERAL HOME 5920 W. Lincoln Ave. (414)541-7533 www.schafffuneralhome.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Nov. 26 to Nov. 27, 2006.

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Toby McGuire

December 13, 2006

To the Dooley Family: my deepest condolences. Your mother and father were very good people, may the lord hold them in the palm of his hand, God Bless.

Tina Ganas

December 6, 2006

Chrissy, Mike, Peter, Paul, & James I am sorry for your loss of your mother. I hope u all know that your parents are still watching over you!. They are with my dad and your uncle Edward Dooley. And he will take care of them. Me and my mom Rose are praying for you all.

Janet Magin

December 1, 2006

Mary Ann was the best worker I ever had in my Daycare for many years. She was loved so much by all the children she cared for. She was a very big part of my life since my own son's were 1.5 years old and they are in their 20's now. We haven't had contact real much over the years, but she will remain in my heart forever. God Bless you all

Kathy Wade

November 28, 2006

No one I have ever met has made me feel as welcome and as comfortable as Mother Dooley always did. She welcomed me into her home many times, offered me a beer, told me wonderful stories and always reminded me what being a mom really means. This kind wonderful woman who is now resting with God, her beloved husband and daughters. Much love and peace to all the Dooleys.

Debbie ZaffrannBerg(France)

November 28, 2006

Chris, Mike, Peter, Paul and Jimmy, I am so sorry for your loss. It's been a long time since my parents passed away, but there is not a day in 30 years that has passed that I have not thought of them. All of you will also think of all the good things. Just think Auntie MaryAnn and Uncle Ralph, Auntie Janice, Uncle Art and my mom and dan can have some more good times together. That was a wonderful service. It makes the hurt a little less thinking of that way. I know your mom is looking down on all of you and thinking what a wonderful job she did. God bless you all. I hope the Holidays will bring you some happiness. Be Happy that's what your mom and dad would want. Love you all!

Margo McGee

November 27, 2006

Chris, your Mom has moved on to a better place, but her fun memories are for you and your family to cherrish. God Bless.

Matthew & Jessica Campbell

November 27, 2006

Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Our deepest sympathy.

Kari, Sarah, Alexis & Kaleigh Hirt

November 27, 2006

I just wanted to say how sorry I am for the loss of your mother. She was one of the sweetest women I have ever met, and personally, for me, she will be missed greatly. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bette and Ed Sturino

November 27, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

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