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Charles J. Shilney

1938 - 2014

Charles J. Shilney obituary, 1938-2014, Chicago, IL

BORN

1938

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Ridge Funeral Home

6620 West Archer Ave

Chicago, Illinois

Charles Shilney Obituary

Shilney, Charles J. 76. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Schramm) for 55 years; loving dad of David (Patricia), Michael (Lenore), and Karen (Will) Trezek; proud grandpa of Wendy, Lindsay, Michael Jr., Matthew, Christopher, Alexis, Thomas, Jessika, John, Nicholas, and Joseph; proud great-grandpa of Addison; dear brother of the late Harold, the late Jean, and Agnes "Sis"; he was a caring godfather, uncle, cousin, and friend to many and he will be greatly missed. Charles was an active member of the Clearing Civic League, the Clearing Night Force, the St. Symphorosa Super Club, and the Resurrection Choir. He was also a 008 Court Advocate, a Eucharistic Minister, a Minister of Care, and a retired member of the Boilermaker Local 1. Funeral Monday 8:45 a.m. from Ridge Funeral Home (6620 W. Archer Ave. corner of Natoma) to a 9:30 a.m. mass at St. Symphorosa Church. Visitation Sunday from 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. For info call 773-586-7900.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 11, 2014.

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Mary Winters

August 7, 2015

Dear Mary,

I just heard about Chuck's passing through a St. Sym's facebook page. I am so sorry for your loss. I thought Chuck was a great guy and loved working with him on the Parish Council and the Carnival. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nona Cervenka

October 18, 2014

Dear Mary,
I am sorry for your loss. I remember seeing your both at the St. Daniel and St. Symphorosa church carnivals. He was such a nice man and very active community member. Clearing will miss him. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Nona Cervenka

Olive Jeffers

October 16, 2014

Butch, as the brother of my best friend Sis, I have seen time and again your love and concern for your family. You and Mary taught them well and I know they willl continue on in your loving footsteps. I want to reflect on one thing that You and Mary did for me.a few years ago. I was having a hard time with a personal problem and you two welcomed me into your home if I needed help.Well I never forgot that generosity and now Mary, I am offering the same to you. If you ever need to just get away my home is open to you with all sincerity. R.I.P. Butch.

Sis Shilney

October 14, 2014

Sis Shilney

October 14, 2014

"He ain't heavy; . . .he's my brother"
And he'll always be my hero, warts and all.

Jessica&Roman Dryja

October 12, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mr. and Mrs. Moir

October 12, 2014

Aunt Mary, we will miss Uncle Butch so much. He was such a lovely man.
Cynthia and Robert

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October 12, 2014

Mary and Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. Butch was a great guy, he meant so much to our community, his impact will be felt forever and our GRNW, always will appreciate his guidance. I'm sorry I'm out of town and am sad I cannot be at the services. Please except my condolences.

Robert Rooker III

October 12, 2014

Mary, may GOD continue to bless you and your family. Remember Chuck suffers no more. Love you and your family.

Sandra McCurdy

October 11, 2014

Dear Cousin: you will be missed. Now you are in a peaceful place. Your place will always be the same for you will always remain close as can be because we will all carry you in our hearts every day..prayers to my cousins Mary, DAvid, Michael, Karen and Sis to get thur their days without you there by their sides they only have to look inside in their hearts to see you will always be right there,and I know you will be watching from heaven above and smiling down on those you loved. Rest in peace Dear Cousin of Mine.

Janet and Casey Sadler

October 11, 2014

Uncle Butch.. Say hi to Mom. Now you two can laugh and go fishing together. Play some cards and Scrabble with our family that is in Paradise.

Janet Sadler

October 11, 2014

Uncle Butch...say hi to Mom. You both can now enjoy doing all the things you used too.

008 TH District Court Advocacy

October 11, 2014

Mary & Family
You are all in our thoughts & prayers.
God Bless

Janet Sadler

October 11, 2014

Uncle Butch say hi to Mom. Now you two can laugh and go fishing together. Like old times.

Dawn & Rose Ferrarini

October 11, 2014

Mary & Family
Chuck was a great man always smiling & had a way of making you feel good even when you weren't in the best place. He touched many lives he has left an imprint on many hearts including ours. He will never be forgotten & always with you, in the rising of the sun in the laughter (of course the hugs) and yes to in the tears.
Love Ya

Adam & Amber Byrd

October 11, 2014

Rest in peace Uncle Butch

October 11, 2014

Mary
Our heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Butch was a great guy and his memory and legacy will live on.
Bill & Sharon O'Keefe

October 11, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers ane with you and your family. We know that Butch will have a speedy journey to Heaven. Love to you all. Larry and Barb Damon ( Vince Shilney's daughter)

October 11, 2014

Heartfelt condolences to Aunt Mary, Dave, Mike and Karen and their families. Uncle Butch, you are missed and will continue to be missed. RIP and know how loved you are by all who knew you.

Judy Ollry

October 11, 2014

You will be missed. Thank you for caring about your community and giving so much of yourself to help others

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6620 West Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

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6620 West Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

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