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Marion Hanscom Obituary

Marion Ruth Hanscom, nee Gabler, age 79, of Clarendon Hills formerly longtime resident of Hinsdale, passed away peacefully in her home on September 27, surrounded by her children. Steadfast wife of the late Donald Huntington Hanscom; loving mother of her three children Douglas (Allison), Patricia (Rolf) Sartorius, and Donald (Susan); devoted grandmother of her six beloved grandchildren Kari, Abigail, Caroline, Jacob, Katelyn, and Nicholas; cherished sister of Dorothy (Elroy) Peters; and dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. Marion was born June 23, 1929 In River Grove, Illinois. Graduated from Elmhurst College in 1951, she was a dedicated elementary school teacher in Bensenville. She opened her heart and home to those in need and through her example taught others how to love deeply. She lived with a sense of wonder and treasured each moment. She believed that "Each day is a gift." Visitation Thursday, October 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gibbons Elliston Funeral Home, First and Grant St., Hinsdale, IL, 60521. Funeral service Friday October 3 at 10:30a.m. at Christ Church of Oak Brook, York and 31st St., Oak Brook. Private burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105 (www.stjude.org) information 630-323-0275

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Published by Southeast DuPage Suburban Life on Oct. 1, 2008.

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Tracy Garrity

October 8, 2008

Dear Patty, Doug, Allison, Donald and families,

I have so many wonderful memories from the Hanscom house - and your mom is featured in all of them. She was gentle and gracious, but she also had a sparkle in her eyes and a wonderful sense of humor. I am so terribly sorry for your loss.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracy Cochran Garrity

Hugh Coonrod

October 3, 2008

Dear Doug and Allison, Patty and Rolf, Donald and Susan and to all your children and others who knew and loved your mom; Oh how I grieve with you all... I am so sorry to hear of your loss having just read the weekly Christ Church update. May God surround you, comfort you and give you His peace knowing that your mom is now with our Lord. She was such a wonderful, loving person to so many. She will be missed. My prayers are with you all.

Ann (Schoening) Stark

October 3, 2008

Dear Patty, Doug, Donald and families, I thank God for the wonderful life your mother had on this earth and how she reached out to others, including me, with her love and encouragement. I am thankful that she is now with Lord. "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies." John 11:25 My love and prayers are with you.

Linda Staheli

October 2, 2008

Dearest Pat and family,

Our love and prayers go out to you and your family and friends during this time - we remember Marion as one who cared for all those around her with tremendous warmth, laughter and love. May her spirit be with us forever.

With love, Linda and David

From the Staff of Gibbons Elliston Funeral Home

October 2, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Bob Boyd

September 30, 2008

Dear Doug and Family:
My deepest condolences and love to you, particularly at this time.
May the good Lord hold you in the palm of His hand.

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