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for James McGarvey
Tony Gvozdenovich
December 7, 2020
my condolences Jim was good friend had many laughs with him and his partner Jack Currly great guy.
Robert Klich
December 6, 2020
So sorry to hear of the loss of Jim. What a good guy that could always be counted on.
Thomas Mazur
December 20, 2012
Officer "Gentile Jim" was liked and respected by all his fellow officers & supervisors. He was a role model to me.
Thomas Mazur 018 ret.
December 13, 2012
May I express my deepest regrets for the passing of Jim. He was highly regarded and respected by all his fellow Officers and supervisors. He was missed after he retired and now more than before.
December 13, 2012
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE, WAS NICE WORKING WITH JIM A REAL POLCEMAN / POLICEMAN
ROLAND WOO (018 RET)
Trooper
Tom Gierut
December 13, 2012
Our deepest condolences to the McGarvey
family.Good bye to another good man.He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Tom Gierut - Ret. CPD / VFW Chaplain
Team C3002
December 12, 2012
Mike, please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your father.
December 12, 2012
When I was a young pup in018 I was put on the 10 sector wagon with Jim one day.This man knew what policing was about.What serving the public was about.They don't make them like that any more.He made you proud to be a cop.God be with him.
Lieutenant Ed Kaleta CPD Ret.
December 12, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of Jim. He was a great guy.
May the coming days bring you healing and comfort.
Jim Bonk
December 12, 2012
Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was really a great guy, very personable and reliable. Rest in Peace.
December 12, 2012
Peace be with Jim and his loved ones.
Gena
Joe Midona Sr (18 retired)
December 12, 2012
Sorry to hear about Jims passing away. What I remember about him was he ALWAYS had a smile on his face.
December 12, 2012
As you turn to God in prayer, bear in mind, “He is healing the broken hearted ones”.
December 12, 2012
My Dear Susan, you and your family are in my heart and in my prayers. Hold tight to your precious memories.
Carma
John Wotring
December 12, 2012
To the McGarvey Family,
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Jim in the 18th District. He was a REAL Gentleman. My deepest sympathy go out to all of you.
~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain
December 12, 2012
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. James will be remembered at our next Police Mass (Sunday, 23 DEC, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.chicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]
Mike Fitzpatrick
December 12, 2012
Rest in peace, Jim
Fitz, 018th Dist. ret.
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