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Daniel McKenna Obituary

McKenna, Daniel Owen "Louie" Age 64, of Burnham, Illinois passed away peacefully June 20, 2016. Beloved brother of KC (Pat) Schlee, Charles (Judy), Kevin (Marge) and the late James (Kathy) McKenna; extraordinary uncle to Amy (Andy) Morkes, Molly, Aileen (Tim) Burke, Kerrie (Kevin) Hayes, Janet, Eileen, Bethanne (Mike) Shriner, Maxine, Pat (Ellen) and Mike; great-uncle to twelve. Daniel worked 28 years at Acme Steel Torrance Ave. He was an Army Vietnam Veteran and victim of Agent Orange. He will be truly missed. The family wishes to acknowledge the wonderful care given at the VA Hospitals. Services were held privately. Smits, Steger Memorial Chapel, 3045 Chicago Rd. Steger, Illinois.www.smitsfh.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 23, 2016.

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Mary Ann Lonergan

June 28, 2016

Dear K.C.So very sorry to hear of Louie's passing. He was the best man at Rich's and mine wedding. I have heard many many stories of Rich and Louie, when they were growing up. I know that he is in heaven with Rich remembering old times, and having a few beers. May the memories you have of him give you comfort.With deepest sympathy, Mary Ann Lonergan (Rich's wife)

June 23, 2016

Bro, Judy. KC, Pat, Cowboy and Marge,

Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May Louie rest in peace, a peace in which he so much deserves.
God bless him and you!


Tim and Kathy Drew

Janell Kelley

June 23, 2016

I had the pleasure of being Dan's neighbor for over 30 years. RIP Dan.

Andy Callas

June 23, 2016

McKenna family,

"We come not to mourn our dead soldiers, but to praise them." -Francis Walker-

On behalf of a grateful nation, as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one, I salute you Brother McKenna. We, Vietnam veterans have a special bond with one another.

May your memories of Louie soothe you, your friends comfort you, and your family's strength help your hearts begin to heal. May the love you all shared sustain you through this time of sorrow. May his memory be eternal. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Asst. Chief Andy Callas (ret)
East Chicago Police Department
Vietnam War Veteran
Co. B 5th Special Forces Group
1-4-68 to 12-4-69

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