Obituaries

Visitation: October 20, 2018

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Visitation Saturday from 11:30 AM until time of service, 1:30 PM at Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd (½ Block East of Austin). Interment Irving Park Cemetery.

Visitation: October 19, 2018

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James J. Sampey, 85, of Clearwater, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by his devoted family. Beloved husband of 59 years to Margaret Mary nee Gibbons. Loving father of James Patrick (Carol), Peggy (Steve) Schwartz, and Eileen Ann (Mark) Crowley. Proud grandfather of James, Rachel and Ryan Sampey, Connor Schwartz and Kevin, Ryan, and Brendan Crowley. Dear brother of Robert (Carol), Kathleen, and the late Charles (late Pat), Winnie (late Robert) Reid, Jack (Geri), Michael (Marge), Frank (Judy), Martin (Carolyn), Thomas (late Ann) and Maureen. Funeral Saturday 9:15 AM from Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd (½ Block East of Austin) to St. Hilary Church. Mass 10 AM. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Friday 4-8 PM. James enjoyed his time with family and was an avid Louisville Cardinals fan. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Loyola University Chicago, School of Business, Department 4336, Carol Stream, IL, 60122-4336. https://www.luc.edu/giving/howtogive. For further information 773-777-3944 or www.gffh.com.

Visitation: October 18, 2018

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Brian P. Mitchell, 66; loving husband of Bridget nee O’Hagan; cherished father of Colm; step-father of Maura and Liam O’Hagan; fond uncle to many; Proud member of Carpenter Union, Local 1027, long time member of Irish Northern Aid and life long supporter of the cause of Irish Freedom; Funeral Friday 9:15 AM from Gibbons Family Funeral Home, 5917 W. Irving Park Rd. ( ½ Block East of Austin) to St. Celestine Church. Mass 10 AM. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 3-9 PM.

Visitation: October 17, 2018

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John McConville, 74; loving brother of Elizabeth (Al) Bianchini; adoring son of the late John and Catherine; retired CTA worker for over 25 years. Funeral Friday 9 AM from Gibbons Family Funeral Home, 5917 W. Irving Park Rd. ( ½ Block East of Austin) to St. Mary of the Angels Church. Mass 10 AM. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3-8 PM. For info 773-777-3944 or www.gffh.com

Visitation: October 13, 2018

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John C. Scharenbrock, 83; beloved husband of the late Elizabeth nee Thiel; caring father of Steven (Linda), Susan, and Sandra; cherished son in law of Alan and Pam Thiel; dear grandfather of Jonathan, Joshua, Stephanie, Anthony, and James; cherished brother of James (Joan); fond uncle of many. Family and friends will gather for a Memorial Mass Saturday 9:30 AM at St. Pascal Church, Melvina and Irving Park Rd. Parking available in the lot on Dakin St. Arrangements entrusted to Gibbons Family Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Rainbow Hospice Ark or St. Vincent Depaul at St. Pascal. Interment private. For info 773-777-3944 or www.GFFH.com

Visitation: October 05, 2018

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Mary Lynch, 87, native of Connolly Ennis, Co. Clare, Ireland; beloved wife of the late Larry; loving mother of Anne (Lenny Bird), Laura (Tilghman Evans), and the late Danny; dear sister of Bridget (the late Maurice) McKenna and Michael (Bridie) Crawford of Chicago, the late Tom, Cathy, Paddy, and Nancy Crawford; fond sister-in-law of Patrick (the late Dimple), Jack (the late Bridie), Matt, Jimmy (Sandy) and the late Mary (the late Gene) Carroll; fond aunt, great-aunt, and cousin of many. Mary always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. While family was always first for Mary, she befriended people wherever she went — all the way from her small village in Ireland, to raising her family in the big city of Chicago, to her final home at Central Baptist Village. Her color of choice: green. She decked out her home of 49 years on Narragansett in 40 shades of it. Mary loved her Chicago sports teams, shopping, and enjoying a good meal out. She loved her cuppa tea, and having a great chat. She was beloved by all. We all have a large hole in our hearts with her absence. May we bring forward her spirit of gentle kindness. Funeral Saturday 10:30 AM from Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd (½ Block East of Austin) to St. Priscilla Church. Mass 11 AM. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Central Baptist Village, www.cbvillage.org. For info 773-777-3944 or www.GFFH.com

Visitation: October 04, 2018

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Dawn M. Truschke, 58; loving partner of Roy Shannon; fond daughter of JoAnn; dear sister of Hal (Ginger), Eileen (Ken), Kent (Leanne), and the late Deborah; cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews; Memorial Mass Thursday at 10 AM at St. Pascal Church (Melvina and Irving Park). Interment Private. Arrangements entrusted to Gibbons Family Funeral Home. For info 773-777-3944 or www.gffh.com

Visitation: October 03, 2018

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Prena Lukic nee Nilovic; beloved wife of Zefa; loving mother of Ana, Steve (Slajana), and Nikola (Amanda); cherished grandmother of Joseph, Jackie, Victoria, Zachary, and Matthew; adoring sister of Nikola, Lula, Ana, Andje, and the late Maria and Djoka. Funeral Thursday 10:30 AM from Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park RD (½ Block East of Austin) to St. Bartholomew Church. Mass 11 AM. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 PM. In lieu of flowers please make donations to St. Bartholomew Church. For info 773-777-3944 or www.GFFH.com

Visitation: September 23, 2018

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Michael Joseph Heraty, of Norridge, 82, passed away suddenly and peacefully in his native home of Derrymore, Drummin, Co. Mayo, Ireland. Beloved husband of the late Eileen nee Brosnan; loving father of Ann (Marty) Alegnani, John (Jane), and Michael (Colleen); cherished grandfather of Eileen, Martin, Michael, Michael Joseph, and James; brother of Mary, Kathleen, Ann, Lucille. Preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Annie, and his brother John. Beloved uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and friend of so many; Local #1 Business Agent and Iron Worker. Funeral Monday 9:15 AM from Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd (1/2 Block East of Austin) to St. Eugene Church, 7958 W. Foster Ave. Mass 10 AM. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 3-9 PM, with Rosary at 7 PM. For info 773-777-3944 or www. GFFH.com

Visitation: September 18, 2018

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Anne T. Biggins nee Flannery, 89, native of Co. Galway, Ireland; beloved wife of the late Jerry; devoted mother of Mary, John, Kathleen, Eileen (Dan) Gutierrez, and the late Joseph; fond grandmother of 9. Family and friends will meet at St. Priscilla Church for Mass at 10AM. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Gibbons Family Funeral Home. For info 773-777-3944 or www.GFFH.com