Memorial Trees
S
Shelley Hendrickson
December 01, 2024
L
Louise LaMantia
September 29, 2023
T
Terry Copeland, Joe Carney, & John
September 14, 2023
J
John Carlisle
September 07, 2023
Memorial trees planted for:
Maureen Elizabeth Tierney
<p>Maureen Elizabeth Tierney died Monday, September 4, at home from complications of 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 to John Hayes and Rose Kathryn Tierney. She came into the world with charming 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 lobbied hard for flute lessons. Some years later she graduated from Lake Park High School in Medinah, and then she went on to Northern Illinois University for a short time. Given the zeitgeist of the late '60's, adventure beckoned and she struck out for Ojai, 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. Some years later, Erin presented Maureen with two beloved grandchildren, Kathryn and Kevin Reda. Maureen loved her family life, which was always brimming with cooking, gardening, and good books.</p><p><br></p><p>Maureen is lovingly remembered by her daughter Erin (Bill Reda); grandchildren Kathryn and Kevin; siblings John, Geraldine, Madalene, and Thomas and their spouses and partners; nieces and nephews Amy, Jay, Elizabeth, and Tim Tierney; also, many cousins and friends. </p><p><br></p><p>Maureen's ashes will be spread in Ireland, and also a portion will join her parents in St. Mary's Cemetery, Plainfield Illinois. Her memory will hold fast in the hearts of all who loved her. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the ALS foundation. </p>February 2, 1950 - September 4, 202302/02/195009/04/2023
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