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James Kendrick Obituary

Kendrick, James Patrick James Patrick "Turtle/Max" Kendrick, age 59. Suddenly passed away on July 3, 2017. Proud resident of Mt. Greenwood. Loving father of his twins, Joseph and Timothy; dearest son of the late Joseph and Violet (nee Grichenbaum); dear brother of Kenneth, Bruce (Mary Kaye), Karen (Joe) Ortigara, Patricia (Darl) Vandevender and John (Christine); fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday (time pending) from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W 103rd St., Oak Lawn to St. Christina Church. Mass (time pending). Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, July 6, 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Lifelong Cubs fan and faithful friend to his dog, Wrigley. Worked as a plumber (Local 130) for the City of Chicago for many years. Memorials in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warriors would be appreciated. Jimmy was a generous friend and loved by all. Info: 708-636-1193 or www.blakelamboaklawn.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 5, 2017.

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Mary Ann Piker

August 4, 2017

We were so sorry to get the news of Jimmy's passing. My mom and I have been looking at pictures from the many get-togethers we enjoyed with all of you. Jimmy had his winning smile in every one of them! Our condolences to all of you. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Jean Matias

July 26, 2017

Hi Kenny, Bruce, Karen, Patti and Johnny, we are so sorry to hear the Jimmy is gone. We have some great childhood memories of you all at Auntie Helen's and Uncle Vic's house and at the picnics hosted by Auntie Alvina and Uncle Pat. We are certain that the love and friendship of your families and friends will help you during this difficult time.
With much love and friendship,
The Matias Family (John, Darlene, Darlene Hill, Jean)

Sue Duczman/West

July 24, 2017

So shocked and saddened by the news of cousin Jimmys passing. My deepest sympathy to all of you. You guys were all so special to us growing up...I will always remember seeing him at my mom's birthday. What a fun and happy visit we had! I have a picture in my mind of Auntie Violet greeting her boy in heaven.

Janine Manhatton-Sullivan

July 18, 2017

So sorry to hear of the passing of Turtle. My brother Mike and he were friends thru Mt Greenwood and Marist. I then taught the twins at St. Barnabas. Prayers to the families.

Carol Roth

July 14, 2017

I only met you a couple of times but you made me laugh! To you Jimmy!!

Brian Cosgrove

July 10, 2017

He helped all our projects move along .He was a very pleasant chap.May he Rest In Peace.

Brian Cosgrove
41 North Contractors

July 9, 2017

I'll miss my Buddy

Tim Hogan

July 8, 2017

Jimmy was on our baseball team along with his brothers Bruce and Kenny at Mt. Greenwood. The Hawks. Which my father coached and my brother played on. We talked about it all the time when he did the plumbing inspections on my jobs. Great guy. Will miss that smile and sense of humor. RIP Jimmy you were the best.Sorry for your lost boys.

Tom McGinnis

July 7, 2017

I had the pleasure of dealing with Jim as a City of Chicago Plumbing Inspector
and in an occasional social setting. Jim had a great personality and was a very comical guy. My condolences and deepest sympathies to the Kendrick family

Jude & Heather Domanski

July 7, 2017

Our condolences and prayer to Jim's family. Memory Eternal!

Bob Gavin

July 6, 2017

My deepest sympathies and prayers. Jim was a good friend and teammate back in the Marist days. It was a great joy to know him. Rest in Peace Turtle.

Joe Markunas

July 6, 2017

Deepest condolences to the Kendrick family. May the soul of Max and the souls of all of our faithfully departed friends and relatives through the mercy of God rest in peace.

Max may be gone but will never be forgotten.

Richard McAvoy

July 6, 2017

My prayers to the family

Mike Gleason

July 6, 2017

God Bless Turtle. Rest in Peace.
Deepest sympathies and most sincere condolences to the Kendrick family.

Mike Gleason and family

Marie Whirity-Kennedy

July 6, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you shard with him. He was such a funny guy growing up.

Rose and Gary Ciccione

July 6, 2017

Sending our sincere condolences, love, and prayers!
Rose and Gary Ciccione

July 6, 2017

My sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort strengthen you all during this difficult time. Rom 15:4

JD

July 5, 2017

Thoughts and prayers for the entire Kendrick family, as well as the entire Garvey family. Joe Becker and family.

Tommy Taylor

July 5, 2017

You have our deepest sympathy.
Tommy and Johnetta Taylor.

July 5, 2017

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at HOSEA 13:14 L Ohio

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