Francis O'Donnell Obituary

Skip it's hard to believe it's been 10 years since your Dad joined the "Eternal Knights of Columbus"! They are probably practicing right now for the St. Patrick's Day Parade only a month away...your Dad with my Dad along with their great friend, Jim Kennedy.

It sure was a nice surprise to see Red's smiling face this morning when I opened my email.

Skip, Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolence on the loss of your Father.
Tom Shinnick

My condolences and prayers to the O'Donnell family. Your dad was a wonderfully warm man with a great smile and a way with words. I'll always remember his great walk, shoulders back and very confident, and his big smile. And, of course, his stories. Always his stories.

Anne, you and your family are in our prayers. Your father had the best hugs and the most beautiful blue eyes. "May you always have walls for the winds,
a roof for the rain, tea beside the fire,laughter to cheer you, those you love near you,and all your heart might desire." Love you. Velma Barker-Hill & Family

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains' Unit and the people of Nativity of Our Lord Parish (www.nativitybridgeport.org), where all Masses will be offered for Red this weekend. May his family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ during this difficult time!

Skip my condolences..your Father was always one of my great supporters from Canaryville. Sorry I couldn't be with you during these times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Pat Huels

Skip,
My condolences on the lost of your father. I know how hard it is to loose a Dad and will keep you in my prayers. I would have attended the services but Randy and I are in Colorado. Again, you have our sympathies and prayers.

Dear O'Donnell Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dad. I had hoped to make the wake, but am unable to. Your dad was my husband's best friend (Denis Danaher) as kids growing up on Wallace.
God Bless you all,
Pat Danaher - New Lenox

the voice i will always hear is his saying "hello danel" never Daniel... always danel:) R.I.P Mr. O.D R.I.P

We remember Francis for his cheerful attitude from many years ago. My wife Joan (Costello) was greeted unexpectingly by Francis at South Bend on her train trip to Chicago from her native Ireland. Though we have not been in contact, we still reminesce about some good old times. Our deepest sympathy to the O'Donnell family.

Skip
My condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely Wayne Griffin

Skip, I was very sorry to hear of the death of your father. Sincerely Tom Faragoi

Dear Dave,
So sorry to hear the news of your dad's passing. We didn't know Red very well but we do know you, and we know the fruit doesn't fall far from the tree so he must have been a good man and he'll be missed. Our condolences to you and all your family, and rest assured that we have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Keith, Suzy, Eric and Max

Dear O'Donnell Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was truly a gentle giant who will be missed and remembered. Please know that we will keep your Dad, and all of you, in our prayers.
Love,
Joe & Helen Henry

Now Red can march with Dad and Jim Kennedy in the St. Patrick's Day parade with the St. Gabe's Knights of Columbus! I have nothing but good memories of Red and Shirl...I can't remember ever seeing either one without a smile on their face.

My condolences to Skip and all the O'Donnell families...from one son of a South Side Irishman to another.

What a wonderful photo. Although never easy, so wonderful you had him for so long...he raised a fine son dave...
hugs and thoughts your way.

Dear Dave and the O'Donnell Family: I am so sorry to read about your dad. May the fond memories you have of him and your mom help you through this challenging time.

Skip and family:
I am sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I remember him stoping to drive us to school. I will remember him and your family in my prayers.