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James Foley Obituary

Foley, James W. Beloved husband of Kittiarlene (nee Fogarty); dear father of Linda Sue, James J. (Cynthia) Foley; loving grandfather of Michael, Patrick (Denise), Eileen (Daniel) Petkovic, 2LT James B. Foley, USMC, Genevieve Acevedo, Caitlin Acevedo, and Nicholas Foley; great-grandfather of Madison Mae Foley; fond brother of Leo (Alora), the late John (Marilyn), and the late William "Pat" (the late Charlene); devoted uncle to many nieces and nephews, and friend to all who knew him. Visitation Thursday, August 4, 2016 from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass at Old St. Patrick's Church, 700 West Adams Street, Chicago, Illinois 60661. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mercy Home for Boys and Girls. For further information please call 312-421-0936 or sign guestbook at www.michalikfuneralhome.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 3, 2016.

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Ann Elizabeth Larson

July 28, 2024

Our prayers are with all of you, especially, Kitty. Jimmy, was my Dad's (Bill Foley) first cousin and one of my favorites. He was a good soul! Ann (Foley) Larson, Casa Grande, AZ.

Lynne Carey

August 5, 2016

So very sorry to hear about Jim. What a wonderful man. He will be missed. My prayers are with Kittiarlelne and the Foley family.

Lynne Carey

Marie Donovan

August 4, 2016

They broke the proverbial mold when they forged Mr.Foley. I thank him for his wonderful daughter, Linda, and all she's done to make the planet a better place-- as did Mr. Foley.

Dave Falls

August 4, 2016

Very sorry to hear about Jim. I was in Kitty and Jim's wedding party as a 6 year old on Thanksgiving Day 1960 (?). Sorry I am not able to make it downtown tonight. My deepest condolences to Kitty, Linda Sue, Jim and the rest of the family.

Dave Falls & Family
Elmhurst, IL

Ann Laron

August 4, 2016

So sorry for your loss. He was my Dad's cousin, Bill Foley, and we always loved his company. Poor Kitty! I know what she is going through, and I will pray for all of you. Love, Annie Foley Larson and family

Olgica Matavulj

August 4, 2016

Those we lose continue on in our hearts and memories.
Please accept my sincere condolences.

Olga with family

Patrick Hoffman

August 3, 2016

Sorry for your loss

CH

August 3, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss, God is always there to listen to us especially in a time of need - 1 John 5:14.

August 3, 2016

Dear Leo, Alora, and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the passing of your brother, Jim. May you be comforted knowing that love endures forever.

God's Peace Be With You,

Penny and Harry Fruechte

Brother Hank Hammer

August 3, 2016

Peace to your soul, Mr. Foley. The Marist High School family sends its love and support to the Foley family. Brother Hank Hammer, FMS

Valerie Shirley

August 3, 2016

Kitty, I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. You are in my prayers. Stay strong. You have a loving family and many friends who love you. I will always remember Jim's expert navigating while driving us after school and on Saturdays, and his sharing of his great knowledge of the city while driving. He will be missing. Valerie

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls

August 3, 2016

On behalf of Fr. Scott Donahue and Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, we would like to extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of James Foley.
May the angels lead him into paradise; may the martyrs come to welcome him and take him to the holy city, the new and eternal Jerusalem.

Terri Fogarty

August 3, 2016

Hugs and prayers to all of the beautiful Foley family.
Jim was a wonderful man with a lovely smile. Quietly soaking in the moments of chatter and stories from his boisterous, charming wife Kittiarlene. He was deeply loved by so many and will be missed. Love to all. Terri Fogarty

August 3, 2016

My sympathy to James family. May you find comfort in God's word. Psalms 1:1-3.

August 3, 2016

May the Foley family and friends gain reassurance and hope in the promise indicated at John 5:25, 26.

F and G Rich

August 3, 2016

Offering our sincere condolences to the family for your loss.May you draw close to God during this difficult time and he will draw close to you.

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Memorial Events
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Aug

4

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Old St. Patrick's Church

700 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL

Aug

4

Funeral Mass

6:00 p.m.

Old St. Patrick's Church

700 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL

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1056 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642

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