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Edward Mahon Obituary

Mahon, Edward John Edward John Mahon, of Ocala, FL previously of Chicago, IL, age 75, passed away on August 4, 2017. An honorable man, Edward served 25 years on the Chicago, Illinois Police Department and was a U.S. Army Veteran. Edward is survived by his beloved wife, Marcia; sons, Daniel Mahon, David (Gloria) Mahon and Thomas (Sharon) Mahon; loving grandfather to Madeline and Erin Mahon; sister, Rita Fuller; stepsons, Michael (Editha) Darche and Daniel (Kim) Darche; step-'Pops' to Charlie, Jimmy, Danny, Lily and Timmy Darche. Memorial visitation Thursday, September 14, 2017, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. with Funeral Service 4:00 p.m. at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W 103rd St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453. Memorial donations in Edward's name may be made to Make-A-Wish America, 4727 North 24th Street, Suite 400, Phoenix, AZ 85016, 800-722-9474, www.wish.org. Info: 708-636-1193 or www.blakelamboaklawn.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 11, 2017.

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Tom Downes

September 14, 2017

I had the privilege to work with Eddie oh so many years ago as a young officer. He knew his stuff and was an honorable officer. Thank you.

Fred G Rich

September 11, 2017

Dear Marcia, David, Thomas and Daniel we are so sorry to hear about Edward and offer our deepest condolences to the Mahon family. May the many fond and loving memories and the love of family help comfort you during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

September 11, 2017

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Ed will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 24 SEP, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

AZ1 USN

September 11, 2017

Veteran: Rest in Peace....

Thank you for your to Service to our great Nation and the CPD!!!!

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