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Dennis Garrity Obituary

Garrity, Dennis M. suddenly, 51, beloved son of Donald, Ret. CPD and Mary (nee Joyce), loving brother of John (Penny), Eileen (Jeffrey) Castles, Mary Kay, Brian, CPD (Peggy) and Jean (Robert) Arnold, fond uncle of Kevin, Maribeth, David, Steven, Melissa, Nathan, Michael, Erin, Patsy, Jack, Nora, Lauren, Danny and Colleen. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge, Sunday, from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday, 11 a.m., to Immaculate Conception Church, Harlem & Talcott. Mass at 11:30 a.m. Interment private. Please omit flowers. For info: 847-685-1002.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 1, 2006.

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Janet McPartlan

May 9, 2006

Don and MJ:



We are reminded of Denny's passing every single day. Each time we look out our window and don't see him we are sad. We will miss him when we plant our flowers and we will miss him when we water our grass. We will also miss him next time John needs a neighbor's helping hand. He was always just there. And you know what, we'll miss him next time we open a bottle of BUD. Denny was kind and always there just to help us all enjoy a good bottle of Bud.



We loved Denny and hopefully he's looking down right now and SMILING>



Love to the Garrity Family from the McPartlan Family.

Mary T. Rosier

April 14, 2006

Dear "Uncle" Don and "Aunt" MaryJoyce and to all Garrity's,



I was so sadden by the news of Denny's sudden passing. When I think of my visits to Chicago, Denny is always a part of those memories. I remember when Denny and I were at Bryn Mawr waiting for Pat to get home. Grandma Lil was there also and between the two of them I have never laugh so much. The two of them were so serious... When I think of Denny it is with fondest memories that he has added to my life. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.



If there is any comfort in the loss of a family member, know that others share in your loss and Denny was welcomed HOME by our Heavenly Father and those who have gone before him.



God Bless You All.



Love MaryTerese (Kidd) Rosier

Jack Jalove

April 6, 2006

Denny was a friend of mine. I didn't know him all that well but he always said "hi" with a smile on his face. I remember him from softball days at Pierce playground, my memory is of him standing along the fence rail laughing and having a good time with everyone there. It's a fond memory I'll keep.



I'm sorry I did not hear of his passing until now. I'd like to extend my sympathies to his family; and please know I'll remember him as a good man; I'm thankful to have known.

April 4, 2006

To Jean Arnold and the Garrity Family,



Our deepest sympathy on the death of your brother Dennis.



From the alumni, faculty and staff of

The Family Institute at Northwestern University

Marge Connolly Ladner

April 3, 2006

Dearest Mary and Don,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss and I found out too late to make the visitation. My heart goes out to you both along with your whole family.

Mary Ann

April 3, 2006

Mr. & Mrs. Garrity,



I am so sorry to hear about Denny. I know how much he will be missed by all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Robert Meyer

April 2, 2006

Don and Mary,

I feel so sad about the passing of your son Dennis. Words fail me when I think how devestating I would feel if I lost one of my family. My thought are with you and your family.

Robbie and Marge Meyer

MR. & MRS. CHRIS LAUGHLIN AND FAMILY

April 1, 2006

TO THE GARRITY FAMILY, OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY AND HEART FELT SADNESS. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. DENNY WAS ALWAYS THEIR TO HELP A FRIEND. HE'LL BE MISSED BY MANY. SINCERELY

ARTHUR <ART> BIRT

April 1, 2006

DON AND MARY MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE DEATH OF YOUR SON LOOSING ANY ONE OF THE FAMILY IS ALWAYS VERY HARD BUT GOD ALWAYS HAS THE PLANS LAID OUT FOR ALL OF US

GOD BLESS ART BIRT

Don & Phyllis Muscolino

April 1, 2006

Please accept our deepest condolencences for the loss of Dennis. Although we never had the pleasure of meeting him, we know that if he is anything like his brother Brian, and we're sure he was, he will be in heaven . May god bless the entire family.



Don and Phyllis Muscolino

Jim & Ginny McIlvain

April 1, 2006

To the Garrity Family,



Ginny and I were deeply saddend upon hearing the news of the passing of your Brother/Uncle Denny. We have many fond memories of him, living and growing up in the St. Greg's neighborhood for so many years. He will be missed by many.



Please know, each and every one of you will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead, as this will be a difficult time for all of you . God Bless.



With Sympathy,

Jim & Ginny (Becker) McIlvain

Marylyn Ahlfeld

April 1, 2006

Dearest Mary and Don and family, I know the strength of your faith will carry you thru this tragic time. I remember how happy Denny was at Don's 75th birthday to see all the family and friends. Keep happy memories in your hearts. Love and prayers, Ozzie

Frank Giunta

March 31, 2006

Donald Garrity & Family

Please accept our heart felt sympathy at the sudden loss of your son. No words can be expressed to blunt the hurt of such a loss , however, know that Cathy and I will keep him in our prayers always.



Frank & Cathy Giunta

Scott Fraser

March 31, 2006

My deepest sympathies to the Garrity Family. I was saddened to hear of Denny's passing. May the Spirit of the Living God grant peace to all of you at this time.

Helen Bieszczad

March 31, 2006

Dennis was a kind, gentle, and caring soul. He will be missed by many. My prayers are with his family and friends.

Respectfully,

Helen

Patty Bieszczad

March 31, 2006

This is a very sad time for me. Dennis was a very special person and close friend. I will miss him emensely. My heart and open arms reach out to his family. God Bless you Den!!!! I'll miss you!!



Love,

Patty

Vince Pellettieri

March 31, 2006

There is so much to remember about you, your smile, your love and your kindness. May God be with you.



Uncle Vin

Lori Lyons

March 31, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with all family and friends of Dennis. We are sorry for your loss.

Jerry and Lori Lyons

Tom Ahlfeld

March 31, 2006

I am so saddened to hear of Dennys passing. I will never forget my friend. My heart and prayers go out to ALL family and friends. Denny you were a good man and I am sure you are now happy with God in heaven.

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