Marie Ann Barry
Marie Ann Barry (nee Westhoff) age 84. Dearly Beloved wife of John L.; devoted mother of John (Sharon), Ann Marie, Barbara (Michael) Zahorik, Catherine, Robert (Kimberly) Barry and the late Raymond Barry; cherished grandmother of Elizabeth, Mary Jo, James, Katherine (Greg) Whitt, Thomas (Jaclyn), Jesse, Thomas, Marie Therese, Michael, Ashley, Nathan, Rocky, Grace, Alexandra, Erica, and the late Jessica; proud great-grandmother of Milo; dear sister of Barbara (Robert) Ozburn, R. Alex (Carol) Westhoff and Thomas (Sue) Westhoff; loved aunt of many. A longtime leader in the LaGrange community, Marie Ann served as President of the School Board of District 102, President of the LaGrange Field Club, and on the Chicago Council of Catholic Women. A patron of the arts, she was a member of the Lyric of LaGrange opera society, and regularly attended performances of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Lyric Opera of Chicago and Music of the Baroque. Marie Ann was a member of the Kappa Gamma Pi honorary society and a Fulbright Scholar. While studying in Europe on that scholarship, Marie Ann met her future husband, John, and also attended the birthday of Pope Pius XII. Marie Ann was a woman of great faith and was deeply involved in the Saint Francis Xavier community, serving on the Liturgy Planning Committee, and as a Eucharistic Minister and Lector. Most of all, Marie Ann was a dedicated mother, who led by example in her faith and life. Visitation Friday, February 16, from 3 until 9pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Funeral Saturday, February 17, prayers will begin at 9:15am from the chapel and proceed to St. Francis Xavier Church in LaGrange for a 10am Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Service Info: (708) 352-6500
Catherine I’m so sorry for your loss…sending you prayers of strength and hugs for you and Grace. and your family…We love you guys❤️
Sending love and comforting thoughts to John, John, Ann Marie, Barbra, Catherine and Rob. I know the grief you are all enduring and hoping that you find peace and strength in each other’s arms. Will be thinking of you Saturday and for the next few months as you wade through this journey together. I am feeling so sad and yet hopeful that your wife and Mom will be uniting with Raymond and bringing your love to him as Marie Ann moves on to “the next place”. Peace to all of you and much love, Diane (Allen) Kramer
Beautiful tribute to your mom, Cathy. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Catherine my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time…May you find comfort in your time of sorrow…May your mom R.I.P.
Marcine Barnes
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I am so sorry for your loss. I remember seeing Mrs. Barry at church, at CCD and at other events growing up with Rob and Ray. She was a woman I admired — strong, intelligent, loving and lovely. Peace and love to all of you at this time.
Dear Ann Marie and the Westhoff and Barry Families:
So sorry for your loss, we are praying for you!
Pat and Ina D’Orsi
My sweet friend Cathy – I am so sorry for this loss. I will always remember your Mom from our childhood…..swim meets, sleepovers…and so much more. Praying for peace and comfort for your family. Sending so many hugs and lots of love…
My prayers and heartfelt sympathy go to her family and all who loved her. I served on the District 102 School Board with her and always admired her integrity and commitment to what was best for students. She made a positive impact on many.