Karen E. Mahoney, 38, of Des Plaines, Suddenly October 10th. Beloved mother of Phillip Joseph.  Loving daughter of Clarence and Mary Jane. Cherished granddaughter of Caroline.  Dear sister of Tim (Lisa), Mary (Brent) Kuhlemeyer and Tom (Renée).  Cherished niece, cousin and friend to many. Funeral Thursday, October 15 at 10:00 a.m. from Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge to St. Zachery Church, Des Plaines.  Mass at 11:00 a.m. Visitation on Wednesday from 3 to 8:30 p.m.  Interment All Saints Cemetery.   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Phillip J. Mahoney Education Fund, Fifth Third Bank (any location). For info (847) 685-1002 – www.cooneyfuneralhome.com.