WOW,  I am shocked at this news.   Wish I had know when it happened, I would have liked to have attended her memorial services and honored her.   Although Mary Kay and I had not seen each other in years, I will always remember and cherish the many memories of the fun times we had together!   We went to MardiGras, Jazz Fest and too many concerts and bands than I could ever list.  

May memory of Mary Kay bring joy to all that knew and loved her.  
                                                                                                                    Adrianne

Mary Kay and I would go to my house everyday for lunch and watch soap opera's.  Although I haven't seen her in years I have fond memories of time spent with her and the Tunney family.

Annemarie & Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one.  We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

We just heard of your loss, and want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

To the entire Tunney Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. Mary Kay & her smile will be missed.
Love Always,
Joe, Mary Ann, & Kathy Ferrara

I was completely at a loss, to hear the sad news of Ski. I will always remember your laughter and smile and the good times we all had at Harris Bank enjoying ourselves at RobinHood. My prayers go to your family. God Bless, Lawana Jones

I was so sorry to hear of your loss, please know that that you and your family are in my thoughts and my prayers.

Barbara Conover

My sincere thoughts are with you, Anne.
CJ

Dear Mrs. Tunney and Family,
     We are all very sorry for your loss and will remember all of you in our prayers. We were all shocked and saddened by your loss. Therese and I ran into Mary Kay and Pat at a recent SOX game and that made our day. The St. Basil connection is still strong and remember that there are many of us still around for you. 

Eleanor Austin Reardon and all of the Austin Family

To the Tunney Family. I went to H.S with Mary Kay at St. A's and was sadden when I read the death notice. I haven't seen her in many years, but I  have fond memories of her. My deepest sympathy to all her family.

Gail Fuller (Steffenhagen)
Chicago

Aunt Betty, my heart go's out to all of you.  I can't imagine losing a child
so young.  Please know all our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.  
All our love

Dear Maureen and Family,
Our prayers go out to you on the sudden loss of your sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Please know that you will be in our thoughts. With Love---

To the Tunney Family - I am so sorry for your loss.  I worked with Pat and she was always talking about the family and especially MaryKay.  I know you are very close.  Hopefully that will make your grieving a little easier.  Take care of your mom.  God bless you all.

To the Tunney Family, I went to HS with Mary Kay @ St. Augustine.  I hadn't seen Mary Kay for a number of years but had fond memories of her.  I am so sorry for your loss and I extend my deepest sympathy to all of you.

To the Tunney Family, I went to HS with Mary Kay @ St. A's.  Even though we hadn't see each other in a number of years I have fond memories of her  and most of you as well. I extend my deepest sympathy to all of you.

Stephen and I are so sorry for your loss, I knew Mary Kay from St. Basil, and remember how much she used to make me laugh (along with our good friend Teddy)...stay strong for eachother and your Mom during this terrible time.

MRS.TUNNEY AND FAMILY,
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MARY CAY WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON WHO WILL BE MISSED.KNOW THAT WE WILL BE THINKING AND PRAYING FOR YOU. OUR HEARTS ARE BROKEN.GOD NEEDED A SPECIAL ANGEL!

 Words cannot express the sadness in my heart. Ski was a friend as good as it gets. So much fun, so much laughter, so many stories. Say hi to my bro. And by the way, it was a Stones coffee table book. Jeanette

To the Tunney Family
My son and I would like to give our deepest sympathy on your loss. She was a wonderful women who will be missed greatly. My thought's and prayer are with you all.
Love, 
Katie and Aidan Mc Kee

To the Tunney Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss.  Very shocking to hear and very sorry for your loss.  Collen, Maureen, all the Tunney's and Tim my thoughts are with you during this tragic time.  I know she will be greatly missed by all.

Mike Pinto

TO THE TUNNEY FAMILY,
MAY WE SEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO YOUR ENTIRE EXTENDED FAMILY. WE WERE BOTH SHOCKED & SADDENED BY THIS TERRIBLE NEWS.A TRUELY LOVELY LADY. SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
LOVE YOU ALL

To the Tunney Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.  I worked with Mary Kay at the Harris Bank for many years, she will be missed by all.
God's blessings
Aleida Benitez

TO ALL THE TUNNEY'S MAY WE EXPRESS OUR CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR LOSS. WE ARE SHOCKED  BY THIS SAD AND TERRIBLE NEWS. A TRUELY LOVELY LADY. SHE WILL BE MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU ALL.
LOVE YOU ALL, JIM & MARGE McKEE

To the Tunney Family:
Another friend checking in who knew your sister as "Ski" for many years.  We were at a charity event one evening, I won a package of White Sox memorabilia, she won a gift certificate to a restaurant.  She approached me about switching, so she could give the White Sox package to her nephews.  Her family was first and foremost.  

My sincere sympathies.

To the Tunney family:
I am so shocked and saddened. I've known MaryKay for about 14 years. I was her hairstylist. And her sisters Mo and Pat. I'm so sorry. I'll miss her so much. And how she loved her family. And of course Vito, will miss her. MaryKay was a kind, loving person, with a big heart and beautiful smile.

With deepest condolences,
Grace L. Virgilio

To the Tunney Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of sorrow. It was such a shock to hear about Mary Kay. I worked with her for many years at Harris Bank. She touched many people's lives and she will be missed by all.  Your memories will keep her close in your hearts.

I can't express my sorrow and shock. To the Tunney family, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you. Mary Kay epitomized what friendship is.

O Ski my friend. Man I was shocked when Devitt called me and I am still shocked and sad. I have known you for maybe 20 plus years and it took me 10 years to know what your real name was. I really enjoyed  our time out and the fun times we had at the Saddle Club- -Hobos- Saulikis. Ski you were one of nicest people
I have ever met and you were just so easy to hang out with and just have great conversations with. I will really miss you and say a Good hello to all of our 
buddies that have gone ahead of you especially that Sox fan Crow
Always in my heart and thoughts 
Joe Tipre

Dear Anne and Family,
I only had the pleasure of meeting Mary Kay once at the Breast Cancer Benefit last year but felt the strength of your for each other.  Anne has brought much joy to my life and has shared "Vito and Tunney" stories so that I feel that I know you a little and is a testament to the love you shared.  I truly hope that you can find some solace in your memories and the joy in life you shared.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time.

To the Tunney family, 
My heart is very heavy as I write this.  Mary Kay and I worked together very closely for over ten years and we developed a great friendship. She will be greatly missed. Mary Kay loved her family and talked of you all often.  I feel as though I know each and everyone of you all personally. May God give the family strength through this journey and know that another Angel is looking down on you.

Love Jocelyn Henderson

It has been my pleasure to work with Mary Kay these last 4 years.  She always spoke lovingly of her family, including Vito.  I feel like I know all of you.  May you all find peace in your hearts knowing how much Mary Kay loves you.

Mary Kay - You were the little sister who would never listen to my advice.  Your love for your nieces and nephews was overflowing.  I will miss you with all of my heart.  Love, Peggy

Mary Kay (PF), It has been our pleasure knowing her the past 30 years. Mark and I met Mary Kay in New Orleans for Mardi Gras and we immediately clicked as friends. Mark bestowed the nickname PF on her, and that's how it's been ever since. I loved that she was a genuine, guileless person-what you see is what you get and we treasured her for it. Whenever we saw Mary Kay, we got sore from laughing so hard. Her gift to us was the gift of laughter and enjoying every day. We have that picture of PF and Vito (PF Jr.)-what a pair. We will very much miss our dear, sweet friend.
Our condolences to the Tunney family. There is nothing Mary Kay enjoyed more than spending time with her family.
~ Love, Oneda and Mark Zeman

Dear Tunney Family,
Please accept my deepest sorrow and regrets for the sudden passing of Mary Kay. Know that my heart breaks for you all during this difficult time. I only pray that you are comforted in some small way in knowing that my family and I are thinking about you and praying for some comfort.
With Respect,
Manny Grijalva & Family

Mary Kay trained me on my first job 32 years ago at Harris Bank.  She became a wonderful and very dear friend who supported me during many difficult times.  She was my mentor, my rock and my friend.  Mary Kay always made me laugh with her sarcastic humor.  It was an honor to know Mary Kay and her wonderful family.  Mary Kay, I love you dear friend - you helped me be the person I am today.  My God keep you in His loving arms.  God bless your family.

OBITUARY

Mary Katherine Tunney

December 17, 1958 – September 1, 2010

Blake-Lamb Funeral Home

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