Mardel M. Kalnes
Mardel M. Kalnes (nee Sauter), age 98, of La Grange Park, formerly of Chicago and River Forest. Beloved wife of the late John C. Kalnes for a wonderful 71 years. Loving mother of the late John C. Kalnes, Jr., Leslye A. (James) Madden, and Tom N. (Barbara) Kalnes. Devoted grandmother of John C. (Kathryn) Madden, the late Maria Grace Madden, Olivia A. Madden, Lara M. Madden, Lucille M. (Michael Kevorkian) Kalnes, Susanna C. (Haden Kirkpatrick) Kalnes Kirkpatrick, and Katherine C. Kalnes. Soon-to-be great-grandmother of Baby Madden. Cherished sister of William Sauter, the late Bernhardt Sauter, the late John Wesley Sauter, and the late Leo Francis Sauter. Beloved aunt and friend of many. Mardel dearly loved her family and friends and will be missed by all. Special thanks to all who cared for her at Plymouth Place. Interment private. A Memorial Service will be held at 11am on Sunday, Nov. 4th at Plymouth Place, 315 N. La Grange Rd., La Grange Park, IL 60526 in Dole Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your favorite charity. For Service Info: (708) 352-6500
Our prayers are with you. What a great lady. Joyce & I are sorry for your loss. John was a good friend when I needed it. May God Bless.
Dear Tom,
I send you a hug and pray for you to be strengthened at the passing of your loving mother. May you and all in your family feel her love and continue to share the gifts you have received from her life and presence in your lives. Praying that Mardel will be welcomed and united with God and all the loved ones who went ahead of her. May God comfort and bless you all.