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Edward Cummins Obituary

Cummins, Edward Anthony 81. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Shanley); loving father of Marie, Anthony (Janet) and Patrick (Amy); cherished grandfather of Owen and Erin; dear brother of James, Bernice Hernandez and the late Eileen; fond uncle of many and favorite cousin of more. Retired CPS teacher at Austin High School for 38 years. US Army Veteran of Korean Conflict. Funeral Saturday 9:30 AM from Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park RD ( 1/2 Block East of Austin) to St. Cornelius Church. Mass 10 AM. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3-9 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Cornelius School or St. Cornelius Food Pantry. For info 773-777-3944 or www.gibbonsfamilyfuneralhome.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 12, 2013.
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Mary,

My sympathy to you and your family in your loss. May you find some comfort in beautiful memories of your loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lauretta Haug
Mac '52

September 14, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Mr.Cummins passing. I had the pleasure of having him as my English teacher in freshman year 1963.He later played a very big part of helping me stay in school and graduate. Thank You for being a part of my life. Pasquale Pat Moriello

Pasquale Pat Moriello

September 13, 2013

Try to recall happy memories of the time you shared with your loved one, these memories may help you to heal rather than cause you to hurt. Galatians 6:2, 5. Sarah Watson J. W. Cleveland, Ohio

September 13, 2013

so sorry to hear of Edward;s death-fond memories of him and mom, dad and siblings.

Annette (Swinehart) McCarthy

September 12, 2013

One of the truly good guys! Goodbye Eddie.

Phil and Alice Nash

September 12, 2013

Ed was my good friend for over 55years along with the Austin bunch:he was a great guy with recall of some funny stories about our mutual experiences.I will miss him.Dick Tryba Rest in peace dear friend.

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Gibbons Family Funeral Home - Chicago

5917 West Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60634

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14

Funeral

9:30 a.m.

Gibbons Family Funeral Home - Chicago

5917 West Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL 60634

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10:00 a.m.

St. Cornelius Church

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