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James Lally

1946 - 2017

James Lally obituary, 1946-2017, Frankfort, IL

BORN

1946

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Kurtz Memorial Chapel - Frankfort

65 Old Frankfort Way

Frankfort, Illinois

James Lally Obituary

Lally, James G. 70, of Frankfort passed away June 24, 2017. Jim was a Vietnam Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and was a 40 year member of I.B.E.W. Local 134. He enjoyed golfing and hunting with the Downers Grove Rod & Gun Club, and boating in the Northwoods in Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by his by father, George; mother, Marcella (Mackessy) Lally and brother, Jerome Lally. Jim is survived by his wife, Elizabeth "Bette" Lally (Mateja); his children, Thomas (Michelle) Lally, Christopher Lally, and Shaun (Farah) Lally; his stepchildren, Michael (Janelle) Portwood, Allison (Patrick) O'Connor; sisters, Denyse Lally, Monica (Kenneth) Thomas, and Adrienne (Jerry) Rizzo. Jim was so loved by his grandchildren, Thomas, Kaitlyn, and James Lally, James, Jack, Judson and Judah Portwood; great-grandchildren, Avah Lally and Alannah. The family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort, IL 60423 on Thursday, June 29, 2017 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral service Friday, June 30, 2017 at 8:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment with full military honors at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Info www.kurtzmemorialchapel.com or 815-806-2225.



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Rand Veerman

August 17, 2017

Bette,

Our sympathies on the passing of Jim. His can do - and always helpful attitude was a model for other inspectors to follow. Jim was a very good friend, inspector, instructor and fun to be around. We will miss him greatly.

Rand, Pam and the Central Illinois gang

Dennis Baker

July 6, 2017

Jim was an all around good guy and good neighbor. Jim served his country, led a good life and I'm sure he had a positive impact on his many friends. God Bless him and may he rest in peace.

Allison O'Connor

July 3, 2017

We will miss him so much. I traveled to many new places with my Mom and Jim. I'm forever grateful for their love and support and have wonderful memories that I will always cherish. Love you Mom. You can do this and we will make new memories. Praying for healing light and love to surround you today and every day.

Pamela Biesen

July 3, 2017

Dear Bette and All the Family. God bless as you journey through these days. Jim will be missed by so many.

July 1, 2017

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

June 29, 2017

My condolences to the Lally family. May you find comfort in God's word Psalms 1:2.

Tom Noble

June 29, 2017

To Jim's Family....

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time...
Far too early for Jim's passing....

It saddens me to have discovered his untimely departure from his family and friends.

Albeit painful now, there shall soon be comfort in knowing Jim is just beginning his next spiritual journey; awaiting all his loved ones to join him.

I shall always remember Jim as a good and honorable man, a good friend, an extremely knowledgeable colleagial instructor at LU 134's electrical apprentice and JW school, a valued colleague as an electrical inspector, a proud USMC veteran [Oorah], and a great and loving family man!

May our Lord hold you, Jim, in his glory and love forever, and may he bring comfort to your loved ones left with empty hearts.

...Remember that memories of those gone before us hold them in eternity...

Semper Fi, my friend...

Aunt Charlene Stachniak

June 29, 2017

Such a beautiful memory of your husband, father, grandfather, & greatgrandfather

David and Althea

June 28, 2017

Dear Bette please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you and the family during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4


Semper Fi James

Lynn

June 28, 2017

Dear Lally family and friends please accept my sincere condolences . Draw close to the God of all comfort during this difficult time.

Gina Virginillo

June 28, 2017

Bette, Ade, Jerry and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May the Lord bless you with peace in your soul knowing your loved one Jim is no longer suffering but is joyful and in the loving arms of our Father. Much love, Gina, Joe and Gianna

June 28, 2017

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

Tom Wiese

June 28, 2017

I had the honor of working along side Jim teaching at INTECH prior to his retirement. Jim truly cared about his trade and the students he taught. Over the years my family would run into Bette and Jim at Frankfort functions both eager to catch up. He will be remembered fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

The Wiese Family

Tom, Kelly, Kyle and Cooper

Sue Wolf

June 27, 2017

I have known Jim a long time. He was a neighbor. I am so sorry for your loss.

Kathy Farr Carter-Aguinaga

June 27, 2017

I was a classmate of Jim, at St. Kilian grammar school. He was such a nice guy then, and saw him at our 50th class reunion, and found him to be the same nice guy he always was! All of our class, have great memories of him, and we are so sorry to hear this sad news. Since we heard he was sick, we have all been praying for his recovery. I guess God had other plans. Prayers for all of his family. May all your wonderful memories, comfort you now, during this most difficult time. Rest in peace, dear Jim. We will never, ever forget you.

June 27, 2017

I am truly sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the words of John 6:40 bring you comfort. CR

Pat Wyrick

June 26, 2017

I became acquainted with Jim in his home inspection business and worked with him for many years. He was someone whom I respected and that was a rare find in the real estate business. I always looked forward to working with him and trusted him to be honest. What a sad thing to have lost such a lovely man and so shortly after his retirement. My heartfelt sympathy ----May God walk with you. He won't be forgotten. Peace and prayers, Pat Wyrick

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65 Old Frankfort Way P.O. Box 1031, Frankfort, IL 60423

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Kurtz Memorial Chapel - Frankfort

65 Old Frankfort Way P.O. Box 1031, Frankfort, IL 60423

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