Karen Jay

Karen Jay, loving mother of Kelly (Connie) Gallagher & Sean (Erin); dear Nana of Grace, Delaney, & Jack Gallagher, and Rachel & Rebecca; dear sister of the late Gary Budka; fond aunt and friend to many. Visitation Thursday 3-8 PM at Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd. (1/2 Block East of Austin). Family & friends will gather for a Funeral Mass, Friday 10:30 AM at St Pascal Church (Melvina & Irving Park Rd.) Interment Private. For info 773-777-3944 or www.GFFH.com

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Visitation Date

08/27/2026

08/28/2026

Service Location

Visitation
Thursday, August 27, from 3:00 until 8:00 PM
Gibbons Family Funeral Home
5917 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL

Memorial Mass
Friday, August 28, Mass 10:30 AM
Saint Pascal Church
Melvina & Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL

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Hilary Palm-Bradich
26 Aug 2026

Kell-; Keep the good memories close to you ..she will be with you always.. I know you were a wonderful daughter and you always took care of her the best you could..I’m thinking of you.. I am always here for you. Love you . Hilary Palm-Bradich

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27 Aug 2026

Our hearts ache for the loss of Aunt Karen. A wonderful, beautiful woman. Kelly your mother was a one in a million soul that always shined. Her love for her family, friends and those she just met always made us smile. We will miss her deeply but know that she is watching over all of us especially you. May God give you peace, strength and comfort during this difficult time. We love you Kelly, Connie, Grace, Delaney and Jack.
Bret and Kathryn

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