Arlene M. "Fritzie" Flanagan, nee Merrion, age 93; beloved wife of the late Richard P., C.F.D.; loving mother of Richard M. (Kathleen), Patricia and Gary (Sharon); dearest grandmother of Julie, Sharon (Patrick), Brian (Rachel) and Brett; great-grandmother of four; cherished daughter of the late Lawrence and Hazel; dear sister of the late Lorraine Cunningham.  Lying in State, Saturday, September 8 ^th from 9 a.m. until time of Mass, 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church 7211 W. Talcott, Chicago.  Interment Maryhill Cemetery.  For information, Nelson Funeral Home at 847-823-5122 or www.nelsonfunerals.com