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Louise O'Rourke Obituary
Reno/Sparks - Louise O'Rourke passed away December 27, 2017 surrounded by her family and friends at her bedside.
Louise lived in the Reno/Sparks area for over 60 years. Along with her husband Richard, were the previous owners of 7th Street Dry Cleaners for more than 20 years where they befriended a great many people in the community. Richard and Louise recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
She is survived in death by her husband Richard; sons John and Paul O'Rourke; siblings Linda, Gloria, Harold and Jim; grandchildren Kaela, Cody, Jake, Roman and Teagan; and 3 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death recently by her beloved daughter Wendy O'Rourke, whose death she never fully recovered from.
There will be a celebration of life at a future date in February. Please contact a family member for details.
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Memories and Condolences
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January 9, 2018
My sincere condolences to your family. May God "who comforts us in all our trials" (2 Cor 1:4) comfort you and your family at such a difficult time. I know God will help you to endure because he cares for you (1Peter 5 :7).
Terry Frank
January 7, 2018
Richard, Our sincerest condolences,from our family to yours.
Bill and Leslie Comstock
January 5, 2018
Linda,
We are praying for strength and peace for you and your family.
Much Love
Bill and Leslie Comstock
Alan & Charlotte McMaster
January 5, 2018
Sending love and healing prayers to the entire O'Rourke family.
Love,
Alan & Cha
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