Elizabeth Ann, Betty, Meehan (nee Killorin), age 83, passed away peacefully at home January 16. Beloved wife for 58 years of Thomas J. Meehan; loving mother of Mollie (Gary) David, Tom (Mary), Mike (Amy), Tim (Ann), Pat (Tammy) and Marty (Stephanie); cherished grandmother to 17; dear sister to Mary Alice O'Connor (deceased) and Donald Killorin (deceased); fond aunt to 9 nieces and nephews. Betty was a great friend to many. She was known for her kindness, warmth, and generosity. Betty met Tom, the love of her life, when they were both students at DePaul University. They lived in Chicago near the DePaul campus where all six of their children were born. In 1966, they moved to Park Ridge where Betty has lived ever since. She created a joyful home where all were welcomed. Many of her children's friends thought of her as their second mom. Betty was active at St. Paul of the Cross Church as an Apostolate of Women guild member and leader. She was also a bereavement minister and Eucharistic minister. Visitation Sunday, January 21, 3 - 8pm at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 N. Busse Hwy., Park Ridge. Funeral Mass Monday, January 22, 10 am at St. Paul of the Cross Church, 320 S. Northwest Hwy., Park Ridge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Info 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com