Helen M. Rakow, 71, passed away September 14th, 2009. Beloved wife of Donald; loving mother of Gary (Jann) and Ronald (Quin); cherished grandmother of Michael, Matthew, Christopher, Timothy and the late Paul; dear sister of Donald (Carole), the late Marshall (Carolyn), the late George (late Lillian), the late Dick (late Louise) Jacob, the late June Webb and dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation, Friday, September 18th, 3-9 p.m. at Olson Burke/Sullivan Funeral & Cremation Center, 6471 N. Northwest Hwy., Chicago (1 blk. N of Devon). In lieu of flowers, memorial to American Cancer Society appreciated. For info: 773-774-3333