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Laura Dalton Obituary

Laura L. Dalton, nee Mann, of Downers Grove, passed away. Loving mother of Mark, Megan and Jessica. Daughter of Marilynn (late James) Mann. Sister of Jim (Pamela) Mann. Aunt and great-aunt of many. Visitation held Thursday, October 28, 2010 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove. Services held at 11am on Friday at Compass Church, 1551 E. Hobson Rd. in Naperville. Interment Clarendon Hills Cemetery. Funeral info: (630) 964-6500.

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Published by South DuPage Reporter/Progress on Oct. 27, 2010.

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Julie and Lauren Glen

August 7, 2011

Dear Dalton family,

We just learned of Laura's passing and although time has passed, we wanted you and your family to know that we send our heart felt sympathies for your loss. May Laura's memory be a blessing to all of you.

Julie and Lauren Glen and family

Mark, Robin and Amanda Larsen

November 3, 2010

Mike, Mark, Megan and Jessica,

We are so sorry for your loss. Laura was such a cheerful fun person to be around. We always loved it when she would whistle so loud at the skating competitions. She will be missed...

Amelia Lozano

November 2, 2010

I worked with Laura at Totschool many years ago. She loved sitting on the rug to play with the kids and she enjoyed doing the puppets with the kids as well as the entire Totschool enviorment. She is one of the few people I know that embraced her disease with grace and faith. She truly was an upbeat person. I believe she is at peace with the Lord. My thoughts are with your family at this very difficult time. God bless.

Jon McCoy

October 31, 2010

Laura was someone who could just make anyone smile and laugh. Although I will miss her in person, In heart she lives eternally. Rest In Peace <3

Mary Fraser

October 29, 2010

I met Laura at Downers Grove Icearena. My favorite memory was when we saw Connie aks Greg there....It is an inside joke about DGIA....My prayers go out to Megan, Jessica, Mark and Mike...

October 28, 2010

Laura may have been short in stature but she was so big on heart and fight. She always had a smile and a kind word. She had time for you, asked what was new and we would see her many a day walking her dog(s) around the block. We will miss her beyond measure, her sunny smile and outlook give us hope for the future. Many happy days with Megan and Katie, and many many laughs at bowling. Mike, Megan, Jessica and Mark, she was an angel walking among us, you were blessed with her, we all were. We will miss her each and every day. God bless. I feel comforted with the knowledge she is watching out for me up there.... we all should.

Donna Stankiewicz ( Greg, Katie, Jennifer and Hayley too.)

October 28, 2010

I met Laura when I joined a bowling league where she was a member. She always had a smile for everyone. Her and I had a little competition as to who could bowl the higher game. She was always ready to beat me.

I missed her when she discontinued bowling with her health issues. I had hoped she would return because she was a definite asset to the league.

My deepest sympathy to her husband, children, Mother and other relatives. I know that you will miss her a lot.

Nancy Neil, Villa Park, IL

Debi Menyes

October 28, 2010

In the time that I knew Laura she was just a amazing person! Always had a smile and made everyone around her laugh. She loved and enjoyed working with the children. She will be truly missed, but always remembered. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

October 28, 2010

In the time that I knew Laura she was just a amazing person! Always had a smile and made everyone around her laugh. She loved and enjoyed working with the children. She will be truly missed, but always remembered. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Peggy Morgan

October 28, 2010

I'm sorry to hear of Laura's passing. I went to High School with Laura and she was such a lovely person. My prayers and thoughts are with her family.

Jamie ('Squirt') McCoy

October 28, 2010

I have nothing but admiration for my Aunt Laura. Her spirit, determination and love of life was an inspiration to me and to all who her knew her. I feel privileged to have known her and to have her in my family.

Maria Dombrowski

October 27, 2010

I met Laura years ago when she was a neighbor of my sister's in Downers. She was a sweet, funny lady who made people happy whenever she was around. I am terribly sorry for her family's loss and I will keep you all in my prayers. God bless you Laura.

Gineen and Matt O'Neil

October 27, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Laura was a great neighbor and a dear friend. We will miss her smile, the block won't be the same without her. Rest in peace Laura.

Pat Osowski

October 27, 2010

I admired her strength, optimism, and never ending smile. Laura will be missed. Rest in peace.

Joyce Sowa

October 27, 2010

Laura will be sorely missed. She was always upbeat even when the news was not always good. I will miss her funny stories and sunny smile. Rest in peace, Laura.

Georganne Law

October 27, 2010

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. I was privileged to be a PTA parent with Laura many years ago and she was always such a joy. God be with you, she will be missed.

Angie McGrath

October 27, 2010

Laura was a shining example of how to live life well. She did it one day at a time, always with a smile and living every moment to it's fullest. She brightened our classrooms with her laughter and every child LOVED Mrs. Dalton and her puppets! She was truly an angel sent for each of us as a gift from above and I will truly miss her.

Ann Pettey

October 27, 2010

I just heard about Laura's passing. I remember her from the Downers Grove Ice Arena. Always had a positive attitude! My thoughts and prayers are with you always!!

Maria Sweeney

October 27, 2010

I am so sorry for you loss. Laura was a dynamic person with a ready smile. I am grateful for having had her in my life.

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