O'Connell O.S.M., Father George M. A Solemn Professed Friar and Preist of the Order of Friar Servants of Mary (Servites-United States of America Province), died Sunday, October 10th, at the Little Sisters of the Poor, Chicago. He was 91 years of age and a Preist for 67 years. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews, dear brother of the late Daniel, the late William, the late Marie (Regan), the late Evelyn (Bidwill) and the late Catherine, also loving son of the late Alfred and Mary (Wallace). Visitation Tuesday, October 12th, from 3 to 9 p.m., with a wake service 7 p.m., at Little Sisters of the Poor, 2325 N. Lakewood Ave., Chicago, (773-935-9600). Mass of Resurrection Wednesday, October 13, 2004, 10 a.m., with a viewing from 9 till 10 a.m., at Assumption Church, 323 W. Illinois St., Chicago, (312-644-0036). Interment Servite Section Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Servite Friars-U.S.A. Province, 3121 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60612. Arrangements by: Ahern Funeral Home, 708-383-5700.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Larry & Mary Helen McCarthy
October 18, 2004
Marie,
So sorry to hear about the loss of
your Uncle John, he was a beautiful
man fully devoted to our dear Lord and his Blessed Mother. Sorry we couldn't be with you as we were out of town. Our love to you all.
Larry & Mary Helen
Our love to you all, Larry and Mary Helen.
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George & Pat Regan
October 12, 2004
Although we can't be home for the funeral,Uncle John you will always be in our hearts and prayers.
Your Nephew,
George Regan
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