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James McNamara Obituary

McNamara, James J. Age 73 years beloved husband of the late Patricia nee Daley. Loving father of James Jr, Therese Sotka and the late Michael McNamara. Dearest grandfather of Michael, Meghan, Caitlyn and Timmy. Dear brother of Catherine (Robert) Young. Cherished companion of Mary Ann Ryniec. A fond uncle of many nieces and nephews and a heartfelt thank you to his caregiver Gretchen. A member of the Teamsters Union Local #734. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Misericordia Home 6300 N. Ridge Road Chicago Illinois 60660. Funeral Saturday 9:15 am from Thomas McInerney's Sons Funeral Home 4635 S. Wallace St to St. Gabriel Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am. Visitation Friday 2pm to 9pm. Interment Holy Sepulchre cemetery. For further information please phone 773-268-0703 or visit www.mcinerneyfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 24, 2011.

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Carol Reilly

November 28, 2011

To the McNamara family:Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of Jim.Our family has many memories of Jim,Pat and kids.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.The Keating Family,Carol Rielly,Steve,Jim,Bob and the late Harry.

Deanne Stonchus

November 25, 2011

Jim & Terry,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sister Paulette

November 24, 2011

Jim and all the McNamaras are in our prayers. Thank you for remembering our Misericordia residents.

Cathy and Gary Allen

November 24, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Helene Eberly

November 24, 2011

Jim and Terry: So sorry to hear abour Uncle Jim,Please know you are in my Prayers....

Helene Eberly

November 24, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Tom Toolis

November 24, 2011

McNamara Family:
I was sorry to hear of Jims' passing. I will remember him and his family in my prayers.

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