Maureen Elizabeth Tierney

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Maureen Elizabeth Tierney

<p>Maureen Elizabeth Tierney died Monday, September 4, at home from complications of&nbsp;ALS. She was 73 years old.</p><p><br></p><p>Maureen was born February 2, 1950 in Oak Park, Illinois, the third of five children born&nbsp;to John Hayes and Rose Kathryn Tierney. She came into the world with charming&nbsp;dimples, a sprinkling of freckles, and the determination to shape her own life.</p><p><br></p><p>Maureen attended St. Walter Elementary in Roselle Illinois, where in the 4th grade she&nbsp;lobbied hard for flute lessons. Some years later she graduated from Lake Park High&nbsp;School in Medinah, and then she went on to Northern Illinois University for a short time.&nbsp;Given the zeitgeist of the late '60's, adventure beckoned and she struck out for Ojai,&nbsp;California. There her life took on new meaning with the arrival of her cherished daughter, Erin.</p><p><br></p><p>Eventually, Maureen and Erin returned to the Midwest and put down permanent roots.&nbsp;Some years later, Erin presented Maureen with two beloved grandchildren, Kathryn and&nbsp;Kevin Reda. Maureen loved her family life, which was always brimming with cooking,&nbsp;gardening, and good books.</p><p><br></p><p>Maureen is lovingly remembered by her daughter Erin (Bill Reda); grandchildren&nbsp;Kathryn and Kevin; siblings John, Geraldine, Madalene, and Thomas and their spouses&nbsp;and partners; nieces and nephews Amy, Jay, Elizabeth, and Tim Tierney; also, many&nbsp;cousins and friends.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Maureen's ashes will be spread in Ireland, and also a portion will join her parents in St.&nbsp;Mary's Cemetery, Plainfield Illinois. Her memory will hold fast in the hearts of all who&nbsp;loved her.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the ALS foundation.&nbsp;</p>
February 2, 1950 - September 4, 202302/02/195009/04/2023
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Shelley Hendrickson

December 01, 2024

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Maureen Elizabeth Tierney has been arranged by Shelley Hendrickson. Plant a tree
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Louise LaMantia

September 29, 2023

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Maureen Elizabeth Tierney has been arranged by Louise LaMantia. Plant a tree
So sorry to hear about your dear mother's passing. May she rest in peace and may loving memories sustain you
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Terry Copeland, Joe Carney, & John

September 14, 2023

The planting of 3 memorial trees in the honor of Maureen Elizabeth Tierney has been arranged by Terry Copeland, Joe Carney, & John. Plant a tree
Erin, Bill, Kathryn, & Kevin, we are sorry for your loss and send our love.
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John Carlisle

September 07, 2023

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Maureen Elizabeth Tierney has been arranged by John Carlisle. Plant a tree
Sorry for your loss my prays are with you and your family