Sally-Ann O'Dowd

Sally-Ann O'Dowd, 89, died peacefully 1st of July 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Resident of Palatine, formerly Hoffman Estates and born in Galesburg, Illinois, to the late Albert and Anne (nee Meyer) LaFollette. Also proceeded in death by her stepmother Perle (nee Davis) LaFollette.

Beloved wife of the late Matthew "Mattie" (1998). Loving mother of Kathleen O'Dowd, Matthew J. Jr. (Betty), Nancy (Paul) LoCascio, Michael (Karen), Sean (Lynn), and Eamon (Maryanne), and the late Kevin Barry. Cherished grandmother "gammie" of Matt, Colleen, Jessica, Michael, Katie, Kelsey-Ann, Kelly, Anne, Kevin, and the late Timothy. Great grandmother of 11. Dear sister of Patricia (the late Chuck) Schackmann, and the late Sue (the late Bill) Warren. Fond aunt, cousin and friend to many.

Sally-Ann had a beautiful smile that was backed up by her gentle words and kind actions. Her supportive love was cherished by family and many dear friends. Unless they crossed her in a game of her beloved canasta. She truly saw life as a glass half full. In her later years, while living directly across from her condo building’s swimming pool, Sally-Ann would often counter neighbors' complaints of noise by saying she loved to hear people laughing and enjoying themselves.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to JourneyCare Hospice, St Patrick Fathers, or Misericordia Home.