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James Rochford Obituary


Rochford, James M. Ret. Supt. CPD, loving husband of Lois (nee Fallon), dear father of Joan (Thomas) Donnelly, Elizabeth (Michael) Rochford Striedl and the late Jeanne, beloved grandfather of James Rochford Donnelly, Elizabeth Rochford Donnelly, Fallon Striedl and Mary Striedl, brother of Mary Catherine (Otto) Schmidt, Margaret (the late Peter) Lee and the late Eleanor (the late Fred) Duckhorn and Richard (the late Agnes). Memorials to Misericordia Heart of Mercy Home, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL, 60660 or American Macular Degeneration Foundation, P.O. Box 515 Northhampton, MA, 01061-0515, would be appreciated. Funeral Mass Saturday, 11 a.m., at St. Mary of the Woods Church, 7033 N. Moselle Ave., Chicago. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation 9 to 11 a.m., at the Church. For information: Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 773-736-3833.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 15 to Apr. 16, 2004.

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Daniel Corboy

April 21, 2004

Dear Lois & Family,

We are so very sorry to hear of Jim's demise. Much admiration for a good leader and man and a fellow captain of the Chicago Police.

Shalom,

Dan and Nancy Corboy

Jackie Clark (nee Willis)

April 18, 2004

Dear Mrs. Rochford, Joan, and "Lizzie": It's been many years since we were kids at St. Patrick's Academy and my Aunt Mickey lived down the street from you on Melvina. I have never forgotten any of you over the years, because you were all very special to me and my brothers. Mr. Rochford was one of the most wonderful men I knew, and was an honorable and highly respected police officer. My husband worked in the Chicago Police department then and has also confirmed my belief as to what a respected leader he was.



God Bless,

Karen (Glasener) Waldkirch

April 17, 2004

Liz & Family:

My deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. My hopes and prayers will be with all of you during this difficult time. All the best.

Marylyn Ahlfeld

April 17, 2004

Dear Lois and Jim's loving family, My prayers are with you during this very sad time. It is hard to lose a loving husband and father like Jim. I remember how sad it was for you to lose Jeanne. When my mother, Marie died, Dick's young son saluted at her funeral. My father, Tony Osterkorn was Jim's father's partner way back. My husband, Tom, served proudly as a police officer with Jim and Dick. I used to brag about how Jimmy once baby sat for me. Happy memories and happy times. May they remain in all of our hearts forever.

Ramiro and Lill Mejia

April 16, 2004

Dear Liz,



We were sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Please pass our condolences on to your family.

You, Mike and your family are always in our prayers.



The Mejia Family

Matt L. Rodriguez

April 16, 2004

James Rochford Family,

I learned of of your (and all of our) loss, hours ago. As for so many, Jim was someone to whom I looked up to and always admired. May your sadness be accompanied by great pride in his distinguished career service. Matt Rodriguez

John J Flood

April 16, 2004

Goodbye Jim



You were a Gentleman in your dealings with me and a man to be admired.



Most fair...Most understanding..

See You in heaven

Don Munger

April 15, 2004

Dear Lois & family,

It's almost twenty years since June & I moved here from Chicago, but one never forgets dear friends. That's how I remember you and Jim. He was a good boss.



Don Munger

Pam Benitez

April 15, 2004

Mrs. Rochford, Elizabeth and Family,

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time — God only takes the best!

Marie Egan

April 15, 2004

Dear Lois,Joan and Liz,

I was so sorry to hear of Jim's death. He was such a wonderful Guy. I was always proud to call him my friend as were all the Egans.He will be missed by all. You are in my prayers

Love Marie

John Seral

April 15, 2004

I am a friend of Liz from way back when I lived in Edgebrook. Dan Stralka notified me of your Dad's passing away. I am very sorry to hear this and want to express my condolensces. He was a great man who achieved a lot in his career and raising such a wonderful family. He will be mised by many! He will be in our prayers. Take care of yourself and keep his memories alive, I lost my Dad 13 years ago and he is still a big part of my life.

John Gahagan

April 15, 2004

God rest you Jim; you will never be

forgotten.

Gloria Gahagan

Bob & Dorothy Mesh

April 15, 2004

Bob & I both worked with Jim at Bally. We express our deepest sympathy to your and your family. He was a very special person and will be missed by all who knew him.

Ann Carroll (Petersen)

April 15, 2004

Deepest Sympathy your childhood friends and family:

Charlotte Schmaus (Petersen)

Charles G. Petersen (Charles'Son)

Ralph and Alma Iacono

April 15, 2004

Dear Lois and family,



Alma and I wish to offer our deepest sympathy and prayers on your loss of Jim.

Charlotte Duckhorn

April 15, 2004

Please accept my sympathy on the loss of Uncle Jimmy.I just lost my dad at age 83 and I know how it feels.Our love and prayers go out to all of you.Love Charlotte

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