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Springfield - Ann Elizabeth Pacatte, 80, formerly of Waverly, Chicago and Midlothian, died Thursday, December 9, 2021, at her home.
She was born in Chicago on November 29, 1941, to Henry and Beatrice (Feller) Comer. She married Marcel Pacatte on June 11, 1960, in Midlothian. She was preceded in death by her husband; brothers, Peter, Jerome and Michael Comer; and sisters-in-law, Louise Comer and Macile (Pacatte) Hooper.
Ann was a juvenile parole officer with the Illinois Department of Corrections, covering seven counties in central Illinois, and later was a counselor at the prison in Jacksonville. She also, with her husband, was co-publisher of the Waverly Journal for many years. She was an active member of the Illinois Women's Political Caucus, Waverly Junior Women's Club and the Lincoln Land Community College Faculty Wives. She had been a member of St. Sebastian Church in Waverly and St. Ita Church in Chicago and was a Secular Franciscan.
She is survived by her children, Marcel of Chicago, Michael of Goodland, IN, and Amy (Jim) Haugh of Springfield; grandchildren, Maggie and Brian Haugh; sister, Barbara (Al) Fox of North Aurora; sisters-in-law, Joyce Comer of Joliet and Kathy Helmke of Bastrop, TX; many nieces and nephews and dear friends.
A Memorial Gathering will be 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception with the Very Reverend Brian C. Alford officiating. Inurnment will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Rutledge Youth Foundation or Waverly Fire and Rescue Squad.
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Mary Kindred Ludvigsen
December 16, 2021
Dear Pacatte kids,
I am so sorry to hear this! Your parents were both always so kind. I remember your house being full of laughter. I am thankful to have known you all.
Deb Gonet
December 15, 2021
Marcel, I´m so sorry for the loss of your mother. I really enjoyed taking care of her. She always put a smile on my face and had such a good attitude even when she was sick. She had quite the accomplishments in life. Praying for you and your family.
Deb(RT-SJH)
Kathy Hall
December 15, 2021
I will always remember Ann fondly from our days at Jacksonville Correctional Center together. Her laugh was infectious and we had some good times. To all of Ann´s family - I´m very sorry for your loss.
Marcella Couturiaux
December 13, 2021
So sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed your mother. She was so friendly & loved to have a good time! She will be missed by many.
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Dina Brumleve
December 12, 2021
Marc, Mike, Amy,
I was so sad to hear about your mother's passing.
I have many happy memories of her and your dad, especially, our trip to French Lick, In.
May she rest in Peace!
Prayers to you all in this difficult time.
Marcella Camerer
December 12, 2021
So sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a beautiful lady. I have fond memories of both your parents from their Waverly years
Debbie Bessell
December 12, 2021
My condolences to the family.
Beverly Fisher
December 12, 2021
Condolences to the family from Raymond and Beverly Fisher.
Daymon and Karen Lyons
December 12, 2021
Marc, Michael and Amy and family: May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. She enjoyed life!
Edward Houlahan
December 12, 2021
Marcel, Mike and Amy,
So sorry to hear about your mother. She was a wonderful person and friend to our whole family and many in Midlothian. I have great memories of her and your father. She will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Wendy Dixon
December 12, 2021
Mike, So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I will keep you in my thoughts.
Bill Fletcher
December 12, 2021
Very sorry, Marc.
Theresa Hansen
December 12, 2021
Amy and Marc,
Love, prayers and sympathy to you at this sad time. Many of my favorite memories had you both and your family (and many laughs) at the center. Your folks are now reunited and with God
Melissa Vorreyer
December 12, 2021
May God grant all who loved Ann peace at this difficult time
Mary-Rose Fitzgerald
December 12, 2021
Ann and I had so many laughs together. She was always up beat even when she was sick. When she talked about her different accidents I would call her Calamity Jane. I'm going to miss her. love you kid! Be seeing you. Mary-Rose Fitzgerald
Sheila Billerbeck
December 11, 2021
Marcel & Amy - Hugs to your entire family right now. I have cherished memories of both your parents. Much love.
Sharon Post
December 11, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathy Helmke
December 11, 2021
You were such a special lady with so many interests and accomplishments . We are Saddened by our loss. I am very glad you were in our life and will keep out memories close at heart.
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