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Mary Zahnle Obituary

Zahnle, Mary Elizabeth (nee Rakowski) Born on June 9, 1948 passed away on December 27, 2012, with her family and friends by her side. She is survived by her 3 children, Daniel, Kelly (Dave), and Edward (Lilli); her 3 sisters, Kathy (Phil), Laurie (Jeff), and Nancy (Mike); her grandchildren, Ann, Tony, Caitlin, Malee, Joey, Taylor, Mackayla, and David; her nieces and nephews, Jacqui, Theresa, Mike, Nichole, Ray, Meredith (James), Michelle, and Brian; her extended family, Ray Haga, Gert Vale, George and Chris Cwik, Mo Aleckson and family, Denise Washko (adopted daughter) and the many friends she has. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Mary and Edward Standiford, and her parents, Dorothy and Raymond Rakowski. Memorial services to be held at on January 19th at 2:00pm at Cedar Village Apts. 510 N. Milwaukee Ave (RT 83) Lake Villa, Illinois.

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Published by News Sun from Jan. 17 to Jan. 23, 2013.

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myra newman-foley

September 2, 2013

I just moved back to the area from Calif and was saddened to hear of Mary's passing. My condolences to your family even though they are belated.

Kelly Zahnle' Kamholtz

January 21, 2013

Mom : as the days move on it seems unreal that your not here in body .I know your spirit walks along side of us everyday. l can't imagine getting married without you there . last year I lost my best friend , my maid of honor, and now you I wish Heaven had Skype so you guys could see I got it right this time. I miss all of you so much all my love Kelly ANN

Linda Sue Slay

January 19, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary was a very special lady. She will be deeply missed by many people, and she has left an imprint on, for us to remember her. May you take comfort in the precious memories and the love of family and friends in the days ahead. Our prayers and hugs go out to you and your family.

kathy stewart

January 18, 2013

My sister my friend my partner in crime. My heart breaks each time I realize you have left this earth. Our home and hearts will not be the same without you here. You will be in our thoughts and prayers every day. You will be missed more than words can ever express. We did love you we will always love you. Rest in peace my beautiful sister.

Wendy Hall

January 17, 2013

Mere, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you will find comfort in the great memories you have of her and know she's with you always. Xoxoxo

Gerry Christiaens

January 17, 2013

Mary was a wonderful person and a friend to my late mother,when they found themselves roomates at Manor Care rehab. She was wonderful. My heartfelt prayers are with her family and friends

January 17, 2013

We are truly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Love Vicky, Tony, Michael & James

Denise Washko

January 17, 2013

Mary...You will forever be in my thoughts and in my heart. I miss you.

kathy stewart

January 17, 2013

My sister my friend my partner in crime. I will miss you more than you could ever know. Love you with all my heart.

Nancy Jones

January 17, 2013

YOUR LIGHT WILL ALWAYS SHINE.LOVE YOU ALWAYS.

Nancy Rakowski-Jones

January 17, 2013

Love you always...

Laura Secrest

January 17, 2013

Love you Sis, always and forever

Bob & Cheri Wheeler

January 17, 2013

Nancy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time. She is now in God's loving arms and he will take good care of her.

Kelly Ann 'Zahnle" Kamholtz

January 17, 2013

Dear mom: I loved you and i know you loved me . I wish we had more time to show eachother that But i know you and Roy, grandma and grandpa and rest of the family up in heaven will be watching over all of us now on on my wedding day you'll truly be missed.love you mom. Kelly Ann

Daniel R. Zahnle

January 17, 2013

Goodbye Mom. I love you and I miss you so much.

Lois Kauz

January 17, 2013

Dear Nancy,
Our condolences go out to you and Mike,Ray and your whole family. I am very sad for your lose of your sister Mary. May she R.I.P May the Lord see you though this difficult time Amen. Love, Lois and David Kauz

edward&lilli zahnle/ leseberg

January 16, 2013

love you mom you will be missed but not forgotten.you live in my hart.

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