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Mary Stolfa Obituary

Mary Jane Stolfa (Borden), 85, of Downers Grove, IL, passed away on April 6th. Mary Jane was the wife of her late husband of 60 years, Thomas Stolfa. Mary Jane was born February 14, 1938, the daughter of Charles Borden and Jane (Theiss).

She is survived by her children, Sharon (Scott) Kelsch and Michael (Melissa); her grandchildren, Kayla, Colin, Riley and Alex. Mary Jane was predeceased by her husband Thomas, her parents Charles and Jane and her brothers Charles Jr. and Joseph.

The family is planning a private Celebration of Life at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 12, 2023.

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Chip Borden

May 11, 2023

My Aunt M.J. and my dad Chuck had a great brother-sister relationship. They always had a fun time together and I have a lot of special memories of being around them. I can remember some fun times with all their cousins and family hanging out at Uncle Tom's basement bar. She always made me feel special when we visited. I hope the extended families can get together in the future and share our memories of our wonderful parents and aunts and uncles. Thinking of you all.
Love,
Chip

Mike

April 17, 2023

Mike Stolfa

April 10, 2023

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