Kathleen M. Eckel

1923 - 2017

Kathleen M. Eckel obituary, 1923-2017, Oak Lawn, IL

BORN

1923

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Andrew J. Mcgann & Sons Funeral Home

10727 S PULASKI RD

Chicago, Illinois

Kathleen Eckel Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 15, 2017.

Kathleen “Aunt Kate” Eckel, age 94. Beloved daughter of the late Charles and Mary Eckel; loving sister of John (Joan) Eckel and the late Bernice (the late Dominic) Talarico and the late Bill (the late Lucille) Eckel; cherished aunt of 12, great aunt of 14 and great-great aunt of many; dearest cousin of Dorothy Parker; cared for with love by Martha Bailey and Lydia Ginex. Long-time member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Visitation Sunday 3-8:00 pm. Funeral Monday 9:15 am. from Andrew J. McGann & Son Funeral Home 10727 S. Pulaski Road to St. Catherine of Alexandria Church. Mass 10 am. Interment St. Mary Cemetery.

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May 20, 2017

Laverne Murphy

Condolences to Donna, Connie and Kates family on her passing. Kate lived a rich life and is now at peace. Our prayers are with you.

Laverne and Susan Murphy
Marilyn Manzo

May 20, 2017

susan dowd

When my dad passed, you told me that you lost your best friend. We now feel like we lost a best friend, but comforted by knowing you're with your brother again.

May 19, 2017

Martha Bailey

It's difficult at such a time to know what words to say, my thoughts and prayers are with you today. My heart hurts for you and your family. I'm here if you need to talk.

May 18, 2017

Karen Langner

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May

21

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Andrew J. Mcgann & Sons Funeral Home

10727 S PULASKI RD, Chicago, IL 60655

May

22

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Andrew J. Mcgann & Sons Funeral Home

10727 S PULASKI RD, Chicago, IL 60655

May

22

Service

10:00 a.m.

St. Catherine of Alexandria Church

IL

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Andrew J. Mcgann & Sons Funeral Home

10727 S PULASKI RD, Chicago, IL 60655

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