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Doreen DeFiore Obituary

DeFiore, Doreen M. (nee Crawford), age 41, formerly of Manhattan, died suddenly on Friday, December 16, 2011 in Texas. She is survived by her husband Christopher DeFiore, one daughter Stephanie Minuth of Manhattan, parents Ed and Linda Crawford of Manhattan, one sister Lara Hoffman of Chicago, three brothers; Edward Douglas of Manhattan, Alan of Joliet and Joshua of Manhattan. Numerous nieces, nephews aunts, uncles and cousins also survive. Doreen grew up in Manhattan and was a graduate of Lincoln Way Central High School, class of 1987. She was employed by the Swift Trucking Company in Texas. She loved animals of all kinds and was probably the original animal rescuer. Funeral service for Doreen M. DeFiore will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday, December 22, at Grace Fellowship Church, 11049 LaPorte Rd., Mokena. Cremation will follow the service. Memorials to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals would be most appreciated. Visitation Wednesday, 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Forsythe Funeral Home, Manhattan. Forsythe Funeral Home 507 S. State Street (Rt. 52) Manhattan, Il 60442 (815) 478-3321 www.forsythefuneralhome.com

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Published by Herald-News on Dec. 20, 2011.

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RICK-PEGGY WALSH

December 22, 2011

OUR DEEPEST Sympathy to YOUR entire family! MAY GOD BE WITH YOU !!

jennifer Ross

December 21, 2011

Doreen, you were by best friend at the time in needed someone the most. i love you and will never forget all the fun times we had. i will always remember

Deanna Walsh-Wolff

December 20, 2011

Our sympathies go out to your family on the loss of Doreen. Peace to you during this time of sadness.

The Miners

December 20, 2011

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it's the memories of you that are the most precious.

Nancy (George) Ryl-Kuchar

December 20, 2011

Even though i lost touch with Doreen over the years, my son Mike McUmber grew up with Stephanie during their early years and i have fond memories of Doreen. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May she rest in peace. Nancy

Connie Zielke

December 20, 2011

Marie will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew her. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless.

Linda DiFiore Carrozza

December 20, 2011

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Linda, Lew, Mary & Eva

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