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James McAvoy

1934 - 2017

BORN

1934

DIED

2017

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Willow Funeral Home & Cremation Care - Algonquin

1415 W. Algonquin Road

Algonquin, Illinois

James McAvoy Obituary

McAvoy, James E. Loving husband to Alice Ruth (Poppelreiter) for 61 years; beloved father to James (Margarita), Timothy (Deborah), Mary (Phillip), Patrick (Betsy), Alice and Bridget; kind grandfather to Meghan (fiancé Joseph), Betsy (Jake), Brian (Jessica), Timothy (Meghan), Seamus, Patrick (fiancée Rachel), Brianne, Luke, Kyle, Martha, Kimberly, Abigail, Carolyn and Jimmy; soon-to-be great-grandfather; fond brother to the late Elaine and the late Raymond, surviving brother, Daniel; his many nieces and nephews as well as loved extended family. Proud 64-year member of Plumbers' Local Union 130 U.A. and life member of the Loyal Order of Moose. Visitation: Sunday, February 5, 3:009:00 p.m. at Willow Funeral Home, 1415 W Algonquin Road, Algonquin. Mass: Monday, February 6, 11:00 a.m. Saint Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 111 S Hubbard Street, Algonquin. Interment follows at Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Cemetery, 1185 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. Donations: Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 4, 2017.

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Brian Berg

February 10, 2017

To Mrs. McAvoy and the entire McAvoy family,
My mom and I were just notified of the passing your husband/dad. Our deepest condolences to you all. The Sun-Times article was wonderful and I have many fond memories of all of you growing up next door on Waveland. I can vividly remember your dad playing handball squares in his work boots after a long day at work and beating everyone. He was a one of a kind man and created a wonderful legacy that will live on for many generations.

Marybeth Serb-Young

February 8, 2017

Your friends from St. Elizabeth's Hospital School of Nursing send our sympathy and love. We have many good memories of Jim and Alice from the 1950"s. We are sorry for your family's loss.

Kellie McAvoy

February 6, 2017

I will forever cherish the memories of my favorite Uncle... My heartfelt sympathy and Love to my I send to Aunt Alice and my cousins.

Lisa Thelen & family

February 6, 2017

With deepest sympathy to Bridget, kids, and the entire McEvoy family. Thoughts and prayers to you all.

Fred Hamburg Jr,

February 5, 2017

TO Mrs. McAvoy and the entire McAvoy family-

Our condolences to the entire family.

I loved listening to his stories about hanging with my dad and Uncle John Rosenbush.

Thoughts and Prayers are with you.

Fred-Argy-Cecily-Callie-Hamburg Jr.

February 4, 2017

My deepest condolences to Bridget and the entire McAvoy family. Sending love, and prayers to you.
Megan Gillespie-Johnson

February 4, 2017

Hi Tim,

My condolences on the loss of your Father.

What a Blessing a Father Is.

You & your Family are in our thoughts & prayers.

John Meyer

February 4, 2017

I am so sorry for your lost. May you find comfort in the God of all comfort because he cares for you. 1Peter 5:6-7.

Rosanne Bacaling

February 3, 2017

Dear Alice and family,

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. You are all in our hearts and prayers. I can still remember so many years ago being at your Chicago home with my 'bonus' Dad, Ed, and you all welcoming us so openly. The beautiful article in the Sun Times is a fitting tribute to Jim! Wishing you love and peace in this difficult time.

Fred and Rosey Bacaling

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Tony Orozco

February 3, 2017

Alice and Family,
Wishing you peace to bring comfort and the courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Ken Carson

February 2, 2017

The loss of someone dear to us is never easy, but may you take comfort in the fact that you are surrounded by people that love and care for you. My condolences to the entire family.

Roy & Peggy Carelson

February 1, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the McAvoy family. We will be praying for you all and asking the Lord to bring peace and comfort as only He can. Our hearts hurt for you.

Felicia Adkins

February 1, 2017

Alice, my thoughts and prayers and with you and your family. I hope that you find solace in the wonderful memories you have of your father and your special times together. The bond you two shared will carry on in your heart always. My deepest condolences, Felicia

Lisa Morsman

February 1, 2017

Alice,
My thoughts are with you and the entire McAvoy family. May the endless special memories of your Dad somehow ease your pain. You remain in my prayers.

Lisa Morsman

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5

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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Willow Funeral Home & Cremation Care - Algonquin

1415 W. Algonquin Road, Algonquin, IL 60102

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6

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

Saint Margaret Mary Catholic Church

111 S Hubbard Street, Algonquin, IL

Feb

6

Interment

Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Cemetery

1185 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL

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