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Dean Reidy Obituary

Reidy Sr., Dean T. Devoted husband of Judith (nee Serena) for 52 years; loving father of Cheryl Reidy, Heather (Joseph) Watson, Dean Jr. (Meghan), Bryan (Teresa), and Meghan Reidy; proud grandpa of Ryan, Kyle, Courtney, Patrick, Brendan, Dean, and Garrett; dear brother of the late David, Duane (Sue), Dennis (Colleen), Daniel, and the late Darryl; brother-in-law and great friend of Beverly (John) Donovan; fond uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews. Dedicated football coach at St. Ethelreda and St. Catherine of Alexandria for over 40 years. Past president of the Marist High School Father's Club and St. Catherine of Alexandria Men's Club. President and Owner of Chicago Jack Service since 1986. Salesman to the Steel Mills for over 40 years. Visitation Monday 2:00 to 9:00 p.m at St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, 10621 S. Kedvale, Oak Lawn. Funeral Tuesday, friends and relatives to meet directly at church for 10:00 a.m. Mass Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Park Lawn, 10833 S. LaPorte Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453 or www.parklawn.com would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Curley Funeral Home. For funeral info 708-422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 22, 2015.
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So sorry to be out of the country when Dean passed. I'll miss his love for stories, dinners at Sundowners, and his great laugh. -Tom Wogan

May 31, 2015

Our prayer and thoughts are with you and your family now we have many fond memories of Dean Jack and Lorena Fleming of Valparaiso IN

May 26, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jim and Sis McDermott

May 26, 2015

Deans wake was like he was a famous American hero line into church was two blocks long wow!

Vince Gibbons

May 25, 2015

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Dean will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 24 MAY, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: or 312/738-7588]

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

May 24, 2015

We are so very sorry for your terrible loss. What a kind man and what a legacy he leaves behind. Prayers are with your family

Maureen Jones

May 24, 2015

Dear Judy, I was so sorry to learn of Dean's passing, just today.
You and your family are in my prayers.

Sandy O'Malley Heinzel Halper

May 23, 2015

My sincerest sympathy to Judy and her family. May Dean rest in peace.

Lee Malone - Chicago

May 22, 2015

Dean, Judy, and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.

Rita Schnettler

May 22, 2015

Saddened by the news of Dean's passing . To Sue and I Dean was the big brother of St Catherines. He supported us in every activity. Our sympathies to Judy and the kids. For so many he will always be remembered!!
Rich and Sue Farrell
Golden, Co

May 21, 2015

So sad for you, Judy and family. Dean was always smiling and such a gentleman. He will be missed.
Tom an Mary Kay Doyle

May 21, 2015

Rest in Peace Mr. Reidy. We are thinking about all about you in this most difficult time.
John and KK Broline

May 21, 2015

My condolences to the family...Dean influenced many a lives...RIP Coach

Tom Jarosik

May 21, 2015

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10621 S. Kedvale, Oak Lawn, IL

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