Vanessa A. Marsden, 32; beloved daughter of John and Colleen nee Markey; cherished sister of Nicole (Joe) Ruiz and Alexis (Peter) Schneider; adoring aunt of Joseph and Emma Ruiz and Wyatt Schneider; loving granddaughter of the late James and Mary Marsden and Elizabeth Jane and John Markey; fond niece of Jim (Patty) Marsden, Kate (Kevin) Murphy, Betsy (Tait) Prunckle, John Markey and Ed Markey; dear cousin and friend of many;
Vanessa was a graduate of the University of Illinois and worked as a Food Safety Manager for Conagra Brands -a job she thoroughly enjoyed. Loved by many, Vanessa will be greatly missed and will always remain in our hearts.
Visitation Friday 3-8 PM with a time of remembrance at 7 PM at Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd. (1/2 Block East of Austin). Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Swoboda Deaf Center or Brother Rice High School’s Mount Sion Program.
Please accept my deepest condolences at the passing of Vanessa. I will keep the Marsden Family in my prayers. John Wheeler
I will always remember Vanessa’s hearty laugh and sweet personality. She was a great coworker. My prayers are with her family and friends.
I am so sorry for your loss. May Vanessa rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of the sad passing of Vanessa . Our thoughts and prayers are with the Marsden family.Love from Teresa and Maurice.
Vanessa was a terrific and caring co-worker; and a great human being.
John and Colleen, Donna and I don’t know the right words to say and we know that no message can take away your pain. We hope our condolences brings you some level of comfort knowing that we are all here to support you in whatever way we can. May God keep her in his arms and she gives you signals every day that she is okay. Sorry we couldn’t attend her visitation or mass as we are babysitting in Florida. Our hearts and prayers are with you both and your family.
Vanessa was a wonderful co-worker. She was always so knowledgeable and helpful. One of her greatest qualities was that she had such a pleasant disposition. May she rest in peace.
Vanessa was such a bright light. Having only truly gotten to know her while she was an age group swimmer, she stood out in a crowd of swimmers. She was our most dedicated swimmer, showing up early and staying late. She had a passion for swimming and it was so fun watching her grow while on the Taft HS swim team. I’m forever grateful for those years knowing her while being a coach and lifeguard at Taft. My heart goes out to her family as this is an immeasurable loss not just to them but those who knew her. Sending my deepest condolences. 💐