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James Pierce Obituary

Pierce, James R. beloved husband of the late Maureen (nee McElligott), loving father of James (Diana) Pierce, Darren (Desiree) and Jennine (Kurt) Kuchta, dearest grandfather of Dillon, Mitchell, Mackenzie, Lily, Kayla, Matthew, Violet and Kevin, devoted son of Evelyn and the late James Pierce, dear brother-in-law of John (Joyce) McElligott, Patricia (Joseph) Lynch, the late Therese (William) Hayes, Charles McElligott and the late Barbara (Gilbert) Malinski. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, from Lawn Funeral Home, 7732 W. 159th Street, Orland Park to St. Stephen Deacon and Martyr Church. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. 42 year member of I.B.E.W. Local 134. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society, 17060 Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park, IL 60477. Funeral info 708-429-3200.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 24, 2005.

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Patricia Lynch

January 31, 2005

Evelyn Pierce age 90 passed away peacefully Saturday January 29,2005 . She was Jim Pierce's mother, Maureen's mother-in-law, Grandmother to James, Darren, And Jennine. Wake is at Schmaedeke's Funeral Home 107th & Harlem Tuesday February 2, 2005, 3 PM to 8 PM.. We are all saddened for the family. She was a very sweet lady and will be remember with fondness. Now she is home with her departed family.

Artie Weissmann

January 29, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with Jimmy, Darren and Jennine. Your Dad was a very good man and we are all blessed to have had him in our family. I have many fond memories of him. He had a wonderful sense of humor and always had a warm greeting and made me feel good to be around him. He and Aunt Maureen did a wonderful job raising three very special and loving children. Uncle Jim will be remembered everyday, just as all our dearly departed are. We are all blessed to be a part of a very large and loving family. It is nice to know that we are well represented in heaven and on earth. May God continue to bless his children and grandkids as well as all of us who were privilaged to had known him.

Love Artie Weissmann

Christi Dolan

January 26, 2005

Uncle Jim was always able to bring a smile to anyone who had the chance to talk to him. We have yet again lost a great member of this big, fabulous family I have been honored to be a part of. My heart is with you Darren, Jennine and Jim. I will be here for all of you if you need anything. I love all of you and think of you often!

Matt Malinski

January 26, 2005

I can’t help but to picture Uncle Jim and Aunt Maureen looking down at us with those jovial ear-to-ear smiles. Filled with heavenly happiness and feeling so very blessed with the legacy they have left behind. May God bless and comfort all of you during this difficult time.

Peace and Love, Matthew

Marlene Briner

January 26, 2005

Jenny, Jimmy, and Darren,

I am so sorry for your loss. What I remember most about Uncle Jim is that he always made me laugh. He was wonderful. Aunt Maureen will be happy to be with him again. I am praying for peace,comfort, and strength for all of you. I love you and miss you.

Love, Marlene

Kimberly Dolan

January 26, 2005

Uncle Jim was always a loving and careing man. Every time I saw him there was always a smile on his face and a hug and kiss right after. I know he is safe and in the loving arms of Aunt Maureen. No more pain and only complete bliss. We will miss him.

Mickey Malinski

January 25, 2005

I pray Uncle Jim is at peace by being reunited with Aunt Maureen and the rest of his loved ones in God's presence. May God richly bless and comfort those he left behind.

Mark Malinski

January 25, 2005

Bobbi and I are so sorry for your loss. We fondly remember the trips to Chicago and staying with Aunt Maureen and Uncle Jim and all the excitement and entertainment their family would provide.



We dearly loved them and we dearly love you and wish you God's peace during this time of pain.

Jennine Kuchta

January 25, 2005

My Dad has given me strength through his illness that will be with me forever. He made me a stronger, more caring person, and helped me better understand the circle of life. I am grateful to my dad as he taught me to be a super tough cookie. I learned to have a great sense of humor and compassion from my dad. He and mom will always be in my heart and mind. I will miss him deeply.

Love Daddy's little girl, Jenny

Adrienne Patterson

January 25, 2005

I had the pleasant opportunity of meeting Jim while working with two of the most loving women I have ever known; his wonderful wife Maureen and sister in law Pat. I can remember a work Christmas party where he and his wife laughed and danced the night away while having a look of love I will never forget. Through much conversation with Pat I have grown to know the entire family from a distance and from that I know Jim was a great inspriation to his family. May the God of Peace who surpasses all understanding be with you all.

Patrica Lynch

January 25, 2005

You were just a kid when you married my sister and became a member of our family. What a ride. You brought us much joy. Your humor gave us a lot of laughs and smiles. I watched you grow and learned many things from you. we shared so much. My sister picked a wonderful father for your children. I thank you for your loving care of them. They all made you proud. But most of all I thank you for your loving and gentle care of my sister. Thank you for always being my friend. I as well as you are very thankful for the wonderful care your children gave you in your time of sorrow and illness. You will be missed every day of all our lives. Go home in peace to our sweet dearest Maureen.

Roger/Susan Donnick

January 25, 2005

Our hearts are with you, Jimbo, Darren and Janine. Your dad's heart was always open to all of us. Bless you and your families.

Rog and Sue

Jerry Dolan

January 24, 2005

Jim was a lot of fun to be with. He loved to laugh and treated you with great respect and kindness. He always made you feel at home. His children are a true reflection of a truely wonderful man. I will miss him.

Pete Spezia

January 24, 2005

You will be missed, you gave all of us a great child hood and many memories. My hats off to one of the most peaceful men I've known and a great influence any one can ask for. God bless Pete Spezia

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