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Mary Flickinger Obituary

Mary Gertrude (Corkery) Flickinger, of Lombard, IL, formerly of Hinsdale and Oak Park, IL, died November 20, 2010 at Beacon Hill, Lombard, IL. Born January 8, 1920. Preceded in death by loving husband, Edward J. Flickinger, brother Charles (Bettie) Corkery, brother in law George Williams. Survived by sister Ruth Williams, many beloved nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Beloved mother of Michael C. (Denise) Flickinger, Patricia L. (Douglas) Palmer; grandmother of Raiford D. (Stephanie) Palmer, Jessica L. (Timothy) Remus, Matthew E. (Tina) Flickinger, Dean K. Flickinger, and Megan K. (Daniel) Wojtulewicz; great-grandmother of Joran W. Palmer, Dalton C. Palmer, Charles D. Remus, Nathan J. Remus, Jackson D. Flickinger, and Griffin M. Wojtulewicz. Graduate of St. Xavier University, Chicago, IL, completed graduate work in physical therapy at Northwestern Medical School. Mary had a distinguished career as a physical therapist for troops returning from combat in WWII, and as a therapist for Chicago Public Schools caring for children with disabilities. Active member of the Friends of the Oak Park Library, Daughters of the American Revolution, the Women's Architectural League, Hinsdale Lyric Opera Guild, the English Speaking Union, Great Books (25 years), as well as with several groups at Beacon Hill in Lombard. Mary and Ed also owned a travel agency in the Chicago area. Mary traveled with Ed through 168 countries, visited the North and South Poles, and kept journals of their adventures. Services will be held at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S Main St., Lombard, IL at Noon on Tuesday, November 23, 2010. 630-620-5850. In lieu of gifts, please make donations to New Horizon Center, a school for children with severe and profound developmental disabilities and autism (donations are tax-deductible). Please direct donations to New Horizon Center, 6737 W. Forest Preserve Ave., Chicago, IL 60634, www.newhorizoncenter.org

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Published by East DuPage Press/Spectator/Argus on Nov. 23, 2010.

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Alice Gutenkauf

January 22, 2011

Dear Flickinger family
I just read the notice in the Dec.- Jan issue of the Chicago Teacher's Union newsletter. Somehow I missed the notice in the Tribune. I have known Mary and Ed since 1955 when I first came to Burbank Elementary School to teach Handicapped Children. We have been friends ever since. Mary was an active member of the Chicago Council for Exceptional Children as I was. We lost touch over the last years since my retirement but I will never forget her. She was a wonderful person, a great therapist and very dedicated to working with disabled children. She was always cheerful. We shared a love of the Lyric Opera also. I know that you miss her very much but she leaves behind wonderful memories.

Mary and Jim Targosz

November 25, 2010

Dear Patti, Mike, and all the Palmers and Flickingers,

Our sincerest sympathy on your mom's passing. What a life she lived. We feel privileged to have met her and spent time at the lake with her. It was easy to see why you are all such caring people when one met your parents. God bless all.

Mary Dudek

November 23, 2010

Patti, Michael, all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren - My deepest sympathy is with you at this time of sadness. Aunt Mary was one of my favorites, loved to hug and laugh...always a chipper person! I was sorry I couldn't make it to the service today but you were in my thoughts. May all the wonderful memories last a lifetime with you. Take care - Love Mary Dudek

Lynda Puckett

November 23, 2010

Pattie, May God Bless you and your Family.

Sue McCann

November 22, 2010

Dear Patti, Your mother must have been so proud of you and your contributions to education. Memories of her will sustain you for the rest of your life. My deepest condolences. Sue McCann

November 22, 2010

Hi Patti,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. Take care of yourself.
Denise P/OPRFHS

November 22, 2010

Patti, Raif and Jessica,

What a strong and wonderful legacy you have received from your mom and grandmother! I am sure her gifts are a part of each of you.
My deepest sympathy.
Marge Tye Zuba

Gail Morris

November 22, 2010

Patti and Mike, Your mom was a wonderful woman - so accomplished. But as a pair, Mary and Ed were more than two people. What a duo. It's been an honor to know both of them all of these years. Our condolences to the family - our love and thoughts are with all of you. Love, Gail and Denny

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