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Marion E. O`Connell, 70, a former professional dancer, died Sunday in Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge. Mrs. O`Connell was a longtime resident of the Chicago area and had lived in Park Ridge for more than 40 years. She danced with the Muriel Abbot Dancers at the Palmer House from 1938 to 1943, and then danced with the June Taylor Dancers in New York for a year. She is survived by her husband, William; three sons, William Jr., Robert and Kevin; a sister; and a grandson. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in Ryan-Parke Funeral Home, 120 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge. Mass will be said at 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church, 320 S. Washington St., Park Ridge.
