Kathleen Marie Flanigan Abate
Kathleen Marie Flanigan Abate passed away Saturday, September 16, 2023. She was born October 11, 1939.
She was the beloved wife of Charles “Bud” M. Abate; cherished mother of Charles E. Abate (Donna Wanger), and Dr. Kelly L. Abate; adored grandmother “Gaga” of Erin Manske (Kyle), Alex Abate (Emma Gaer), and Charlie, Will and Bridget Kallas; great-grandmother of Cameron Manske; treasured sister of Carole Latkovic (Bill); and sister-in-law of Carol Tidball (Tom); fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Kathryn Flanigan and her sister, Patricia Lynn Flanigan.
Gratitude is extended for her caregivers, Ed Cocjin and Espie Viray.
Private interment and services have been held.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Thomas Hospice at https://www.adventhealth.com/foundation/uchicago-medicine-adventhealth-foundations/st-thomas-hospice-donation-form
Arrangements were entrusted to Sullivan Funeral Home, Hinsdale, Ill. (630-323-0275).
www.sullivanfuneralhomehinsdale.com.