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Eileen "Punkie" Coursey Winkler

February 28, 1967 ~ March 5, 2017 (age 50) 50 Years Old
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A candle was lit by Denese Diamond Swett on March 23, 2017 12:16 AM
Message from Karen Gutenkauf
March 20, 2017 8:52 PM

So very sorry to hear of Punkie's passing. Another very sad loss for Morton Grove. With the most sincerest of condolences to all the family and friends. Keep her memories close and each other closer.
Message from Mary Ann Spagoletti Melone
March 19, 2017 10:44 AM

Dear Coursey Family,
Please know you all are in my thoughts and Prayers during these sad days. May your sister be at peace in the lords arms...
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A candle was lit by Starr Meyers on March 16, 2017 5:52 AM
Message from Cisco Beard
March 12, 2017 11:40 PM

May the Lord give you strength in this time of need
Message from Laura Bosshart Love
March 12, 2017 3:24 PM

My deepest condolences to her family. I remember her from growing up, St. Martha and our neighborhood.. She was in my sisters class at St. Martha. My prayers are with you.
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A candle was lit by Laura Bosshart Love on March 12, 2017 3:22 PM
Message from Eva Pagett
March 11, 2017 8:39 PM

So saddened to hear of Eileen's passing. Such a caring, wonderful person. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

The Pagett Family
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A candle was lit by The Pagett Family on March 11, 2017 8:37 PM
Message from Debby Schmid
March 11, 2017 11:32 AM

Quinn, Halle, and Devin,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I will remember your mom's love and support of each of you (and her sense of humor) as you went through your Park View years. You are in my thoughts.
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent by Gabi Garcia and Rachael Ingalsbe on March 9, 2017

Message from Jay and Gail Chepulis
March 9, 2017 2:16 PM

We were very sad to hear about Eileen's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Jay & Gail
Message from Michael and Cindy Casey Family
March 9, 2017 1:09 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Coursey family. Please know you all meant a great deal to me growing up and I will always remember fun times with little Punkie. Our family is making a donation in her honor. God bless.
Mike and Cindy Casey.
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A candle was lit by The Reifenberg Family on March 9, 2017 11:25 AM
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An A GARDEN PATH was sent on March 9, 2017

Our deepest sympathy and condolences are with our dear friend Quinn and the family at this time. May you all find peace and comfort knowing that the memories you all created will last forever. Sincerely, Harrison Southwick, James Novak, Jim Hennessy, Bobby Gavrick, Joe Iammarino, & Sean Flemming

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A candle was lit by The Huber Family on March 9, 2017 8:08 AM
Message from Kristin Youstra Izenstark
March 8, 2017 9:26 PM

Dear Coursey family,
My fondest memories of growing up in Morton Grove on Austin Avenue included riding my bike around with Margaret H. and talking to "Punkie". She was such fun and could always make us laugh. She will be truly missed. I'm very sorry to hear about her loss. You have my deepest sympathies.
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A BALANCE EASEL SPRAY was ordered on March 8, 2017

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A candle was lit by The Springborn Family on March 8, 2017 10:02 AM
Message from Brian & Maggie (Murphy) Early & Family
March 7, 2017 8:44 PM

We were so sorry to hear about your devastating loss. We have so many fond memories of Eileen, dating back to 1st grade at St. Martha School. Then years later, having our children become friends as well...how ironic life is! Eileen was always so fun, happy, & friendly to everyone! Please know that your entire family is in our thoughts & prayers. XOXO The Early Family
Message from Kim Coursey
March 7, 2017 2:57 PM

Our sincerest condolences go out to all of to the Coursey's/Winkler's. We have such wonderful memories of growing up with all of you. Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort.

Kim and Rich Coursey
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A candle was lit by Kim Coursey on March 7, 2017 2:35 PM
Message from Jill Colen Parker
March 7, 2017 2:33 PM

Dear Coursey & Winkler families -
Punkie and I grew up together in Morton Grove and I am shocked and very saddened to hear this. She was full of spunk and lots of fun! I don't think anyone would say that Punkie was shy. Please know that my deepest thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time. I am so sorry.
Message from Jill Colen Parker
March 7, 2017 2:29 PM

Coursey
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A TRADITION AND SPLENDOR was ordered on March 7, 2017

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A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was ordered on March 7, 2017

Message from Michael Haupers
March 6, 2017 10:44 PM

To the Coursey family,
May I extend my deepest and most sincere condolences to your entire family. I will pray for the repose of her soul and for your recovery from this most difficult time!
May God bless you and watch over you all!!
Message from Diane DeFrancesco
March 6, 2017 10:14 PM

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Message from Kathy (Erickson) Brooks
March 6, 2017 10:02 PM

Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I have many fond childhood memories from when our families got together. "Punkie" will be missed. With prayers and my deepest sympathy, Kathy (Erickson) Brooks
Message from Nina Fournier
March 6, 2017 7:55 PM

I am stunned at reading this and cannot even begin to know what you are all going through right now. Please share our sincere wishes of healing at this time on behalf of myself and my girls Colleen and Allison Reitz. I know the strength of your family and my prayer is that it sustains you through this period of time. Nina (Reitz) Fournier
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Message from Cathy Hanrahan
March 6, 2017 7:30 PM

The Coursey Family:
Hope that memories will soften the grief that you feel now, bringing comfort and peace day by day.
My Sympathies,
Cathy and John Brennan
Message from Martha Erickson
March 6, 2017 7:19 PM

My deepest sympathy and prayers to the Coursey family,
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A candle was lit by The Lutz family on March 6, 2017 7:08 PM
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A candle was lit by Rossmann Family on March 6, 2017 5:27 PM
Message from Maureen Memhardt
March 6, 2017 4:39 PM

I am very sorry for your loss and I will say a prayer for safe passage of her spirit. I am a type 1 diabetic from age 3 and know the challenges and struggles it can cause. I will send a donation to the JDRF as a memorial to Eileen's memory.
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A candle was lit by Maureen Memhardt on March 6, 2017 4:35 PM
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A SWEET AND WARM  REMEMBRANCE TABLE ARRANGEMENT was ordered on March 6, 2017

Message from Denese Diamond Swett
March 6, 2017 3:40 PM

Winkler Family,
I had to pleasure of going to school with Eileen. She was such a kind caring and wonderful person. I am so sadden to hear the news.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Keep the wonderful memories close to your heart and know that she loved each and everyone with all of her heart.
Sincerely
Denese
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