In Memoriam - Shirley March

Shirley March, nee Lanick, age 82, late of Crest Hill and formerly of Joliet, passed away peacefully, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011 at home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was the beloved mother of Gail (Robert) Butcher of Orland Park, Carol (Michael) Bialon of Plainfield and Janice (John) Slawinski of Plainfield; dearest grandmother of Beth Butcher, Brian (Amy) Butcher, Robbie Butcher, Amy (Eric) Jensen, Adam Bialon and Nicholas,  Alyse and Julia Slawinski; dear great-grandmother of Andrew, Matthew and Luke Jensen; fond sister of Lorraine (late Bill) Klann of Park Ridge; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded by her husband of 50 years, Stanley C. March (May 8, 2000); and her parents, Joseph and Irene Lanick.  Shirley was a devoted wife and a caring and loving mother who will be fondly remembered always by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Funeral Services for Shirley March will be Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011 at 9:45 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet, IL 60431 to St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, Plainfield, for Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice.  Memorials to the Alzheimer's Association would be appreciated.  Visitation Tuesday from 3 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
For information (815) 741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com
Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries.
Source: Chicago Tribune, December 18, 2011, page 45

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It is with sorrow that we have learned of the death of Shirley March. Shirley worked at DePaul from 1978 until her retirement in 1991 from the Cashier's Office. Shirley passed away on December 17 at the age of 82. She is survived by three children, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services have been held. Memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Association are appreciated. Online condolences may be submitted at http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?n=shirley-march&pid=155108118. Our deep condolences go out to the family, friends, and university colleagues who mourn the loss of Shirley. May she rest in peace.

Mission and Values, December 21, 2011