Mary Ellen Hopkins

Mary Ellen Hopkins obituary, Chicago, IL

Mary Ellen Hopkins

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Mary Hopkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cooney Funeral Home - Park Ridge on Oct. 27, 2025.

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Mary Ellen Hopkins - (nee Forrest) devoted mother of Kyle; beloved daughter of the late Donna (nee Daly) and John Forrest; dear sister of Annette Howell, Steven (Diane), Linda (Dennis) Nilson, Maureen (Dan) Fisher, Scott (Nancy), Michael (Cindi), Kevin and the late Mark (Randi) Forrest. Wonderful aunt to many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul of the Cross Church. Interment private. Info 847-685-1002

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Upcoming Events

Oct

30

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

St. Paul of the Cross Church

320 S. Washington, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Send Flowers

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.