Kay E. Peel

Kay E. Peel

Kay Peel Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 28, 2006.

Kay E. Peel, 52, of Libertyville, beloved wife of Bill; loving mother of Kelly Peel: dear sister of John and Paul Tully; devoted daughter of the late John and Eleanor Tully. 1972 graduate of Maine South HS and also a graduate of U of IL. Kay had been one of the Divisional Vice Presidents of Global Pharmaceutical Operations at Abbott Laboratories, former United Way volunteer and past president of the Private Industry Council of Lake County. Services 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31, from Burnett-Dane Funeral Home, 120 W. Park Ave. (Rt. 176), Libertyville, to St. Joseph Church, 121 E. Maple, Libertyville for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Ascension Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home from

3 p.m. to 8p.m. Monday. Memorials to Catholic Charities of Lake County, 671 S. Lewis, Waukegan, IL, 60085. Info: 847-362-3009.

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January 14, 2007

Diane and Frank Weitekamper posted to the memorial.

November 13, 2006

Heather Mason posted to the memorial.

November 9, 2006

Lorraine Thompson posted to the memorial.

Diane and Frank Weitekamper

January 14, 2007

Dear Bill and Kelly,

We cannot tell you how much you have been in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sad for your loss. Kay helped me in so many ways. Of course she helped many of us with career decisions, but Kay helped me make the most important decisions of my life...the decisioin to spend more time with my family/children. For this, I thank her with all of my heart. Thank you for sharing her with us. God Bless you both.

Heather Mason

November 13, 2006

Bill and Kelly - Kay had a profound and positive impact on all those she met. She was a leader, a coach, a friend. She instinctively knew how to make connections, and I feel fortunate to have been a part of her broad and supportive network of friends. We hold you in our thoughts and prayers. Heather Mason and Perry Lentine

Lorraine Thompson

November 9, 2006

Dear Bill and Kelly

My heart goes out to both of you during this time. As you know Kay was a very special person in my life. She did so much to change the face of Abbott with her dedicaton and devotion to the business, but most importantly through her dedication to people. She truly made a difference in my life. My thoughts are with you during this time period.

DEAN AND ALICE PEEL

November 7, 2006

Dear Bill,Kelly,Paul, and John,
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you every hour since we first learned that Kay was ill. They will always be present as we considered Kay our daughter too. Our main prayer now is that you will remember all the wonderful things Kay did and the happy times you shared. Knowing that she has been called home to be with her Lord, should bring you much comfort, and knowing God chose her to be with him at such a young age, should also make you proud. WE LOVE ALL OF OUR MEMORIES OF KAY, AND HOPE THAT YOU THE IMMEDIATE FAMILY, SHARE THEM WITH US. WITH MUCH LOVE TO YOU,
GRANDPA AND GRANDMA PEEL

John Landgraf

November 4, 2006

Bill and Kelly

Your wife and your mother was a great leader and friend to so many people at Abbott around the world. She was a pioneer in the areas of engineering, manufacturing and quality. We will never forget the impact she had on Abbott, but more importantly on all the people she touched during her career. Her smile and laugh will be missed by all of us, but she will always be with us in our memories. Thank you for sharing Kay with us. Our prays and thoughts are with you.

Todd Shanholtzer

November 2, 2006

Bill... Our thoughts and prayers are with you and have been since the day we became friends. May your memories of Kay bring you a smile to your face every single day.

Aileen Morgan

November 1, 2006

Dear Bill and Kelly
Please accept my sincere sympathy at your loss. I knew Kay when I worked at Abbott a few years ago, and please be assured that she has influence far beyond Chicago! I recall her warmth and support as well as her strength of principles.
Kay will certainly be missed.
My prayers are with you.

Lance Wyatt

November 1, 2006

Bill and Kelly, I am so saddened by your loss. Having worked with Kay, I know she was a kind and caring person who loved her family very much. I have always had the greatest respect and admiration for her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tom & Barb Klein

November 1, 2006

Bill & Kelly, We are so sorry for your loss. We know you have wonderful memories of Kay. She loved you both so much. We will certainly miss her. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Tom & Barb Klein

November 1, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jacqueline Harris

October 31, 2006

Bill and Kelly,

Kay was a wonderful person and I am glad that she was positive part of my mother's life. If you ever need anything from me or my family don't be ashamed to ask. My heart goes out to you.

October 31, 2006

Bill & Kelly,
May God be with you during your sad loss as we extend our very deep sympathies. Our prayers go out to your entire family.
Gary & Linda Exner

Kelly Micek

October 31, 2006

Dear Bill and Kelly -
My thoughts and prayers are with you both and have been for several weeks now. Words are so inadequate; however, please know that Kay will live on in the lives of all those whom she encouraged, coached, and mentored along the journey of her life.

Gill Hodkinson

October 30, 2006

Kay was always kind and thoughtful and fun to work with. So sad that she was taken so young. My thoughts and prayers are with you Bill and you family.

David Francesconi

October 30, 2006

I just want to express my thoughts in your loss, I will have you in my prayers.

Irene, Philip & Jeffrey Dumas

October 30, 2006

My memories of Kay Ellen are of her at occasional family functions and her wedding. She and my late husband Wayne were cousins although he was much older. I'm sure, if he were here, he would have many fond memories.
My condolences to Bill, Kelly, John and Paul.

Patt Borgman

October 30, 2006

Bill, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I can't imagine how sudden this must have been! My thoughts and prayers are with you right now.

James Greene

October 30, 2006

My sincere sympathy on your loss.

Bob Elbrecht

October 30, 2006

Please accept my prayers and thoughts at this time.

Jerry Dillhoff

October 29, 2006

Mr. Peel and Kelly
Our sincere condolences for your loss and ours. She was simply the best person on earth. Kay will be in our prayers and I will never forget her. Jerry and Betzie Dillhoff Ivanhoe Club

Teri Collins

October 28, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Hugh Wilder

October 28, 2006

Our families best wishes and prayers go out to Bill and Kelly at this very difficult time.

Randy and Susan Nipper

October 28, 2006

Our prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

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January 14, 2007

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