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Jerome Kennedy Obituary

Kennedy, Jerome D. "Jerry" of Indian Head Park, formerly of Oak Park, beloved husband of Barbara and the late Catherine, loving father of James, Elk Grove P.D. (Lynnette), Daniel (Patricia), Barbara (Jefferey) Payne, Michael (Andrea) and Kathy Kras, dear grandfather of 15 and great-grandfather of seven, fond brother of Ann (late Tom) Doheny, Ruth "Babe" (late Martin) Fitzgerald, Robert (late Becie) Kennedy and the late Mary O'Connell and Helen Mahoney, uncle of many. Member of Lather's Union Local 74, Berwyn L.O.O.M Lodge 424, Stewart's Club and the Romeo Club. Funeral Thursday, 8:45 a.m., from Hursen Funeral Home, SW corner of Roosevelt & Mannheim Rds., Hillside/Westchester, to St. John of the Cross Church, Western Springs. Mass 9:45 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Illinois House in Mooseheart or American Cancer Society. Funeral info toll free: 1-800-562-0082 or wwe.hursen.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jun. 21 to Jun. 23, 2005.

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Barbara Payne

June 17, 2006

Dad,

I can't believe you have been gone a year already. I miss talking with you daily. You were so much a part of our lives. I am so glad that my kids got to know their Grandpa as well as they did. They both miss you, and talk about you often. You are still a part of our daily lives. I never stop thinking about you and Mom. I miss being able to have you over to the house, and listen to your many stories. I miss seeing you smile and laugh. You would be so proud of all of your grandchildren. I know you are watching over all of them. Brian is getting so tall, and you would enjoy being with him so much. We all love you and Mom.



Love with all my heart!



Barbara

Barbara Payne

June 12, 2006

Dad,

A year ago today you entered the hospital to begin your journey home. It was a hard week to watch you, but I am so thankful for the time I had with you at the end. I love and miss you and Mom so much.

Your loving daughter,

Barbara

Barbara

March 18, 2006

Dad,

Yesterday was your favorite holiday, St. Patrick's Day, it is also the anniversary of Mom's passing 13 years ago. How I miss you both. I know you are watching over all of your grandchildren from heaven. Thank you for the wonderful memories you have given all of us.

Barbara

Barbara Payne

October 24, 2005

Dad,

Your birthday was last week, and I know you were in heaven celebrating with everyone there. I do miss you each passing day, and remember that I always will love you and Mom. The kids are growing, but talk of you often. Love, Barbara

Barbara Payne

August 18, 2005

Dad,

It's hard to beleive that you have been gone 2 months already. I miss you so much. You were a wonderful father and grandfather. You touched so many lives during your life and taught us all to live life to the fullest.

Love Always,

Barbara

Patricia Francey

July 3, 2005

Dear Jerry,

As in life, you always enjoyed and appreciated so many things, You would have been proud to witness the lovely and thoughtful "Fair Thee Well" provided by Barb and all your great children. I, for one will miss you and am really down on myself that I did not get together with you and Barb more often. Your entire family and friends will miss you and long for your bits of humor and cheer.

You will be remember and loved forever."In pace requiescat".



With fond memories,

Pat

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