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Lenore Madden Obituary

Lenore Hennebry Madden, 69, a resident of Oak Brook and former longtime LaGrange Park resident, passed away June 26, 2008 at her home in Oak Brook. Lenore was born February 11, 1939 in Berwyn, IL. She was a Librarian. Visitation was held Sunday, June 29, 2008 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside, IL. Mass was celebrated Monday, June 30, 2008 at Old St. Patrick's Church in Chicago. Interment Bronswood Cemetery in Oak Brook. Lenore is survived by her husband, John R. Madden; children, Mary (Peter) Hayes, John J. (Cathy) Madden, Martin P. (Kasey) Madden, Lenore A. (Kolin) McCarter and Edward J. (kiera Kelly) Madden; grandchildren, Ellie, Grace and Molly Hayes; John, Kevin, Clare and Nora Madden; Joe, Lizzie and Sadie Madden; Ed, Annie and Frank McCarter and Declan Madden; sisters, Marilyn (Tom) Hessert and Winona Hennebry. She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert (Shirley) Hennebry. Memorials to The Misericordia Home or The Foundation for Tomorrow, 2345 Selwyn Ave., Charlotte, NC 28207 appreciated. Funeral arrangements handled by Hallowell & James Funeral Home, (708) 352-6500.

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Published by Suburban Life Publications on Jun. 30, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
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Erin Walsh

July 17, 2008

Dear Maddens,
Although far away, my prayers are with you.
Hugs from Hong Kong,
Erin Walsh

Marna and Phil Pier

July 7, 2008

Dear John and family,
What a lovely Angel Lenore has been in so many lives - we who were her classmates treasured her presence always, especially at our reunions. Her warm smile will not be forgotten. Winona - I send a hug to you especially.

John Hausmann

July 7, 2008

John and Family

Sue and I are very sorry to hear about your loss. As a family, your contributions to La Grange and surrounding area has been legendary. All of us thank you, and wish you good health and best wishes.

Jeannine Kelly

July 3, 2008

Dear Mr. M., Winona, Mary, and family,
I was so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful Mrs. M. I still remember her sharing the best children's stories when I visited your house growing up. May you find comfort in her life well lived and loved, and in the promise of heaven. My best to you all.

Pat [Brennan] Orman

July 2, 2008

Maureen told us about Lenore’s beautiful funeral and the hundreds of people who came to pay their respects to Lenore and to celebrate her life; I wish I could have been among them. How very blessed we were to have Lenore as our friend for over 55 years! We will miss her very much. Take tender care of yourselves during this sad time.

Joesph Pete Joyce

July 2, 2008

John and Family:

My prayers are with you. I am sure that Lenore has already hooked up with God and my wife Elisabeth, in heaven.

Marilyn Kost/Schrock

July 1, 2008

Dear John and Family,

May memories comfort you and provide acceptance and peace.

It is with profound sadness that I realize Lenore will no longer be at our "angel" reunions showering us with her joyous vitality. What a very special woman and I feel blessed to have had her as my friend.

Jo Ann MacKenzie

July 1, 2008

From her Saint Mary's College family, our sincere condolences to the Madden family. Lenore is the hallmark of a "Saint Mary's woman." She will be missed.

Jo Ann G. MacKenzie '69
College Relations

Maureen Gavan

July 1, 2008

I am so sorry, John, to hear of your loss of Lenore. The Ladies of Loretto and I are keeping you and your family in our prayers - and in our hearts. Blessings to you and your family. And Love.

Tim and Wilda Kelly

June 30, 2008

Hi John, Ed, Kiera and rest of the Madden family. We are so sorry for the loss of Lenore. While we only met Lenora, the one time in Tulum at Ed and Kiera's wedding, we were left with the rememberance of her beauty, elegance and grace. She was a wonderful hostess and made us feel so welcome. We offer our prayers to the entire family. Tim and Wilda Kelly

Jack Hughes

June 30, 2008

My condolences and prayers are with the Madden family.

Judy Robertson Corbin

June 30, 2008

Dear John and family, Lenore was a special "Angel" in our group from Nazareth, and we will miss her very much. She brought vitality, intelligence and generosity to all our gatherings. I dearly treasure her friendship dating from the 1950's at St. Francis. Condolences to you, your five children and all your family.

Kathy and Bob Braasch

June 30, 2008

Dear John and Family,
We are so sorry about the passing of Lenore. She was such a beautiful lady, how lucky we all were to get to know her. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this sad time.

Jock and Patsy Brown

June 29, 2008

Somewhere tonight, a parent is reading to a child because that parent was taught a love of books by Lenore Hennebry Madden

Lynette and Russ Mobley

June 29, 2008

Our condolences and prayers are with you all during this sad time. May you find peace and comfort in your cherished memories together.

John, Ann and Alex Fee

June 29, 2008

Dear John and Family,
We were saddened to hear of Lenore's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Teresa Bryant and Family

June 29, 2008

John and family
our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family for the loss of your beloved wife/mother. Our thoughts
and prayers are with each one of you.

Patti & John Bennan

June 29, 2008

John and Family, We share your sadness across the ocean and are so sorry we are not with you. Patti and John

Michael Kenney

June 29, 2008

John, Mary, John, Marty, Eddie, and Lenore~

My condolences to all of you. I will never forget Lenore for as long as I live. A very sad day, brightened slightly by great memories of a truly wonderful woman.

Darlene Walsh

June 29, 2008

Dear John and Family - So sorry to hear your sad news. I'm sure Tim and Tracy will be there to personally give you a hug. You are all in my prayers. Fondly , Darlene Walsh

Sue Williams

June 29, 2008

John/Family---So saddened to hear of Lenores passing but Let us celebrate her beautiful life... being loved and appreciated by so many. She now abides in that magnificent and Bright White Light and rests in peace. Love and condolences.

Claire/Bill Stickney

June 29, 2008

John..Our hearts go out to you and your family ...Lenore was a beautiful person inside and out...We will always treasure our wonderful memories of Snowmass...Claire and Bill

Ron Beshk

June 28, 2008

John
We are so sorry to hear about the death of your wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sincerely,
Ron&Rosie Beshk

Kevin T. Gross '55

June 28, 2008

John,
My condolences to you and your family.I'll say a prayer for you to help you get through this period of mourning.

Nancy Ryan

June 28, 2008

Dear John & Family,
My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. You all truly had a beautiful woman in your lives.
God Bless you All, Love,
Nancy Murphy Carroll Ryan

Joan Kuhn

June 28, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you....I have no unique wisdom or consolation to offer, just to remind us all of our shared hope in the Resurrection.

Kerry Shannon

June 28, 2008

How sad and defeating to lose one of the most authentic ladies of our time. Your family is a beautiful legacy, but it still totally sucks. Please take good care of yourselves and each other, especially your dad.

Jerry Rosner

June 28, 2008

John
I can't tell you how sorry I was to hear of the death of your wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. And I know that your many friends from Fenwick and Notre Dame are also feeling your pain.

Dona & Jerry Rosner

Richard worzala

June 28, 2008

Our sincere condolences are extended to the family of Lenore Madden.

Sincerely,

Rick and Sandy Worzala

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