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Joseph Desmond Obituary

Desmond, Joseph J. 86, US Army Veteran, passed away February 5, 2014 surrounded by loving family. Preceded in death by parents, John J. Desmond and Helen Desmond (nee Welch); brothers, C. King Desmond (Mary Jo) and William. Survived by brother, John (Patricia) Desmond and 14 loving nieces and nephews. Mass of the Resurrection Saturday, February 8th 10:30 a.m. St. Barnabas Church, 10134 S. Longwood Ave, Chicago with visitation at church one hour prior. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Mt. Carmel High School, 6410 S. Dante Ave, Chicago, IL 60637. Arrangements entrusted to Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave, Chicago, IL. (773)238-0075. Sign guestbook at www.donnellanfuneralhome.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 7, 2014.
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The thoughts and prayers of the Mount Carmel High School community are with your family during these days. May the saints of Carmel welcome Joseph into God's eternal embrace and may Our Lady of Mount Carmel wrap you in the mantle of her love and care.

February 10, 2014

Dear Desmond Family,
Sorry for your loss. Joe was one of the last of the true gentlemen, who always held onto the virtues of class, honor and respect. We've lost one of the best.

Ray Miller

February 8, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to the entire Desmond Family..
He was such a kind soul, the world would be a much better place if there were more like him...
He will always have a place in our hearts..
R.I.P. Joe you will be missed..

Lisa & Joe Kuenzi

February 7, 2014

Dear Desmond family we are so sorry for your loss. Stay encouraged and remember God will never leave you or abandon you (Hebrews13:5)

Doreen

February 7, 2014

Dear Desmond Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope that all of you will find comfort in knowing that God does care for He promises to draw close to you if you draw close to us. (James 4:8)

Angela Harris

February 7, 2014

Uncle Joe I'll never forget and always treasure the memories of our Blackhawk games together in the early 60's. As a young kid I looked forward to my annual Blackhawk game with you in the old Chicago Stadium. It's a memory I still relive as if it were only yesterday. I'll miss you. Your grateful God-son, Tom

Tom Desmond

February 7, 2014

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St. Barnabas Church

10134 S. Longwood Ave, Chicago , IL

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10:30 a.m.

St. Barnabas Church

10134 S. Longwood Ave, Chicago , IL

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