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James O'Donnell Obituary

O'Donnell, James O. Age 76, of Glenview. Loyola Academy teacher and basketball coach for 40 years. Born in Clifden, County Galway, Ireland. Beloved husband of Margie (nee Deters); loving father of Kevin (Patti) O'Donnell, Brian (Amy) O'Donnell and Mark (Carolyn) O'Donnell; dear grandfather of Jack, Margaret, Grace, Brian, Shea, Erin, Abby, Brendan, Owen and Quinn; son of the late Thomas and Mary (nee Mannion) O'Donnell. Visitation Friday, February 3, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 10:30 a.m. from Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077 to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1775 Grove Street, Glenview, IL 60025, Mass 11:00 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Catholic Charities, 1717 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 or Sr. Paulanne's Needy Family Fund, c/o Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Info: 847 675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 1, 2017.

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Ed & Mary Fran Molitor

February 9, 2017

We are so sorry to hear about Jim.A great person! Family and friends are blessed to have shared in his love and goodness. May your many fond memories bring you comfort and peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bill Horne

February 6, 2017

Dear O'Donnell family,

Sincere condolences on Jim's passing.

Fond memories of Jimmy O, one of the iconic names and faces at Loyola.

Bill Horne 76

Jim O'Donnell #24 - 1958 DePaul Academy Catholic League Champions - and the rest of us.

Roger McGill

February 3, 2017

Roger McGill

February 3, 2017

So very sorry on hearing the passing of Jim, played basketball with him at DePaul Academy when we won the Catholic League Championship in 1958. Also, saw him coach many games up at Loyola Academy.

From my family to all of you condolences.
God Bless.

Jay Bourke

February 3, 2017

Margie,Kevin,Brian, Mark and Family,

I was saddened when I learned of Jim's passing. I have nothing but fond memories of how Jim lit up the room with that broad smile, twinkling eye and Irish wit. While we mourn his passing, comfort can be taken in that his dear friend Chuck E. has a cold one waiting. God Bless you all.
Jay

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Kevin Cafferkey

February 1, 2017

Kevin and Family,

I am so sorry to hear the news. I just found out tonight. I saw you last night, January 31 I didn't know. My prays are being sent for you, and your family. God Bless you, and you wonderful Family.


Kevin P. Cafferkey, and Family

Jane Reisinger

February 1, 2017

We are so sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Mike and Jane Reisinger

Rev. Monsignor Michael M. Boland

February 1, 2017

On behalf of Catholic Charities, I would like to express my sincere condolences on your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that James is now at peace.

February 1, 2017

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

Griffin Healy

January 31, 2017

God's Speed

Joyce and Tom Vazzano

January 31, 2017

Dear Margie,
We wish to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dear husband. Regret we are out of town and unable to attend the services but you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

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