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James LaVelle Obituary

LaVelle, James K. 58, a Certified Public Accountant in Chicago, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2015 in Long Grove. A graduate of Maine East H.S., he served in the United States Marines and later graduated Northeastern University. Jim was a martial arts enthusiast and teacher and was a member of the National Historian Society He is survived by his mother, Jean LaVelle of Huntley; his brothers, Michael (Kim) LaVelle of Galena and Keith LaVelle of Williams Bay, Wisconsin; his sister, Maria (John) Knuth of Woodstock; his nieces and nephews, Megan and Kevin LaVelle and Mikayla and Melanie Knuth; also several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Michael. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 11th and his family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m. until the time of Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Inurnment will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Huntley. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the ALS Association or the Wounded Warriors Project. For more information please call 847-515-8772 or online condolences can be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 8, 2015.

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Thomas O'Connell

May 22, 2024

I just now discovered that Jim is deceased. Jim and I were former Marines, we practiced karate at Olympic Karate in Niles, and we attended Northeastern together. We also socialized often back in the 80´s before I went on active duty. Semper Fidelis brother.

Shelley Humrickhouse Mikel

June 8, 2022

I just today heard of Jim's passing and I want to offer my very belated condolences.
Jimmy and I grew up together, sharing the same birthday. I remember all the childhood birthday parties and trouble we got in together as young children. As we grew up we spent hours listening to Beatle albums and memorizing the words. He was my big brother and protector at Maine East. I will always keep Jimmy close to my heart. His warm and caring nature will live on forever. RIP Jimmy.

August 24, 2016

Keith, i just heard about your brother so sorry .
jimmy was a awesome roll model to me growing up so sad to hear about his passing. please accept my deepest sympathy to you and everyone close to you.
jim mooney

Phyllis Mategrano

July 9, 2015

Oh how we miss you Jim. Rest in peace now. You were a wonderful friend for so many years... blessed to have you in our lives. Love, Phyllis & Michael

Iwaniszyn family

May 9, 2015

To the entire LaVelle family... Sorry to hear about the loss of Jim. Rest in peace

C Medunycia

April 13, 2015

Jim, you will be missed. You were a good friend for many years. Rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Christine Medunycia

Rich & Terri Bavaro

April 10, 2015

To the LaVelle Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May Jim Rest in Peace and watch over his family during this difficult time.
God Bless Him.

Joe Campagna

April 10, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. A sad goodbye to an old friend from Nelson Park. My thoughts and prayers to the LaVelle family.

Mary Ann Einarson

April 10, 2015

Cuz, you sure will be missed...

April 10, 2015

My deepest condolences to the La Velle family.Jim was a good man and I was proud to call him my friend. May the Good Lord extend His great mercy ,love and grace to you all. My prayers are with you.
AL MARABOTTI

April 9, 2015

Keith, I am saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved brother. My sincere sympathy, Gina (Perone) Dembski

Keith Emrikson

April 9, 2015

My condolences to the LaVelle family on heir loss Jim will be missed.

Holly Skinner

April 8, 2015

Keith, I don't know if you remember me from Maine East-- but I am sending you my deepest condolences for your brother's passing. I hope that you and your family find comfort in those around you and that you can share some happy memories of Jim in these grieving times.

Richelle Mays Huff

April 8, 2015

My prayers sent to family and friends. RIP Jim

April 8, 2015

Keith Sorry to hear the sad news.Take care

April 8, 2015

I am so said to hear of Jim's passing. May you all find peace in the embraces of loved ones,

Jeff Marino

Peggy O'Malley Mall

April 8, 2015

Rest in peace Jim, you will never be forgotten for your love and kindness. To all your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you now.

April 8, 2015

My condolences to all, he will be missed by all.

Gary Mogensen & Family

Di Hull-Currier

April 8, 2015

Keith, I'm so sorry to hear this. My prayers and condolences go out to you and your family..

Di Hull-Currier

Barb Chezem Bonomini

April 8, 2015

To all the LaVelle's I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. The loss of Jim, who as I remember was a friend to all, is a sad one. You have my deepest condolences.

April 8, 2015

Maria and Family ~ I'm so sorry for your loss. Jim and all of his loving family are in my thoughts and prayers. May happy memories keep you strong.
Be well ~ Kate Halma

Debbie George

April 8, 2015

My condolences to the LaVelle family,I new Jimmy from Maine East and hanging out at Nelson Park,always fun always nice,you will be missed by so many.RIP Jimmy

Patrick Snyder

April 8, 2015

Thinking about you all today and praying for the entire Lavelle Family.

Mario Iacoviello

April 8, 2015

My condolence to the LaVelle Family, Jimmy was a GREAT friend he will be missed in an enormous way. He helped me in so many ways as a teacher, tax consultant, confidant and so much more. Rest in peace my friend.

Bob Sylverne

April 8, 2015

Jim was a good man and a good friend. I could always count on him as if he was my brother. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

julian rumowski

April 8, 2015

Mike..sorry to read of the passing of your Brother.God Bless his soul and watch over Family left behind.

Anne Mall

April 8, 2015

Jim's aura, energy, and caring will live on in all the people lucky to have known him in his life. I will miss his great stories and his vivd presentation of them. My sincerest condolences for your loss of Jim, a passionate man taken too soon.

David Allibone

April 8, 2015

Our Thoughts And Prayers Go Out To The LaVelle Family. We Are Very Saddened By The News

Al DiCicco

April 8, 2015

I have many fond memories of the Jim and Lavelle's and was lucky to be their neighbors growing up in Niles. I'm so sorry for your loss. Jim was an awesome man.

Bud Giacone

April 8, 2015

My Condolences to The Lavelle Family, he was LOVED By Many !!! He will be Truly Missed b6 All !!

Lisa Cooper-Ross

April 8, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Jim passing. We shared many memories at Maine East. He will be truly missed!! My heartfelt sorrow for his family!!
Lisa Cooper Ross

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