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Edward Duggan Obituary

Duggan Sr., Edward J. U.S. Army Veteran Korean War, beloved husband of Betty (nee Hearne), devoted father of Debbie (Bernhard) Schwan, Diane Robbins, Donna (Greg) Markevicus, Darlene (Anthony) Schweitzer, Edward J. Jr. (Lainey), David (Lori) and Dan (Sharon) Duggan, proud grandfather of John and Justin Henry (Schwan), Michelle, Kelly and Michael Robbins, Erin and Andy Markevicus, Melissa, Elizabeth, Meaghan and Katelyn Schweitzer, Riley, Emma, Ella and Conor Duggan, dear brother-in-law of Laurette (Jim) Burke, Dave (Jean), Jim (Ruth), Bob (Betty), Bill (late Dona) and Dennis (Evie) Hearne, kind uncle and great-uncle of many loving nieces and nephews. Past Grand Knight of Genoa Council #1659 K of C and 4th Degree member Silver Swords Club. Member of Local 21 Brick Layer Union with 38 years of dedicated service. Recently retired from Secretary of State with 10 years of service. Visitation Monday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, 9 a.m., from Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service), 15801 S. Cottage Grove Ave., four blks. North of 162nd St. (Rte. 6), Dolton/South Holland, to St. Kieran Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Vitas Hospice. 708-841-2300 or 708-460-2300

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 8, 2003.

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Mike OConnor

December 9, 2003

So sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one.

Rev. Benjamin Hughes

December 8, 2003

To the Family. The Word of God. "In my Father's house are many mansions; it it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. John 14:2"

May the Lord Bless you and keep you in His care.

From the Employess at Midlothian Driver Services Facility. Secretary of State Office.

The Staff of Thornridge Funeral Home

December 8, 2003

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