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Edna McCarthy Obituary

Edna Mae McCarthy of Boca Raton, Florida passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2010. She was born on July 22nd in Decorah, Iowa, the daughter of Martin and Cora Lambert Helseth. Edna Mae was married to Michael Joseph McCarthy on January 29, 1955 in Chicago, IL. He passed away on April 19, 2009, her life partner and beloved husband of 54 years. She is survived by her loving cousins, John and Wanda Busch; cousin, Roger Wheatman of Decorah, IA; sister-in-law, Catherine Condon of St. Louis, MO; and brother-in-law, Jerry McCarthy of MI. A graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, July 20th at 11:00am in the Bronswood Cemetery, 3805 Madison Ave., Oakbrook (approx 1 mile north Ogden). For information, please call Hallowell & James Funeral Home at (708) 352-6500.

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Published by Central Cook Suburban Life on Jul. 10, 2010.

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Sheila Condon Rice

July 19, 2010

Aunt Edna lived a long and happy life. She is now reunited with her beloved Joe.

Michael McCarthy

July 10, 2010

You are in our prayers

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