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John Cahill Obituary

Cahill, John Patrick age 56, passed away after a courageous nine year battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Maureen (nee McCann), dearest father of Ruari and Tara, loving brother of Michael (Ena), Martin, Aidan (Catherine), Eithna, Bernie, Patricia (Aiden) Walsh and the late Frances, dear son-in-law of Maura McCann, loving brother-in-law of Francis, Cyril (Lisa) and Gerrard McCann and Collette (Doug) Tworek, fond uncle and great friend to many. Funeral Wednesday, 10:15 a.m. from Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave, Norridge to Mary Seat of Wisdom Church. Mass 11:00 a.m. Entombment Maryhill Mausoleum; Visitation Tuesday, 3:00-9:00 p.m. John was a native of Broher, Curry, Co. Sligo, Ireland and an avid supporter of the Sligo football team. He was owner and president of Tek-Cast Inc. John was a dedicated member of the Sligo Association and the Padraig Pearce Club. He was active in fund raising for many benefits and causes in the Irish community. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. For info 708-456-8300 or www.irishfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 24, 2009.

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Sarah Cahill

December 10, 2009

Rest in Peace uncle John.

Jack and Mary Haran

November 29, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

November 26, 2009

So sorry to hear of your loss Maureen and family. John was a lovely person. Thinking of you here in co.Sligo at this sad time, God Rest John
Karen, Jimmy , JJ Hegarty

November 25, 2009

Muareen, Ruari, Tara,
I am truly sorry for your loss of a wonderful man. John was always loooking at the bright side of things no matter how difficult things were. I have known him for fourteen years and would see him several times a week. I always enjoyed our conversations together. He will be greatly missed.

Richard Keaton ( Dunrite Diemold )

November 24, 2009

Dear Maureen, Tara, Ruari and all the Cahills:
What a courageous battle he fought! I will always remember "John and Maureen" as the happy couple from Chicago who turned a lot of heads...what a great guy he was. You were lucky to have him for a dad! It was always great seeing him at a family wedding, whether it be in Boston or Curry. He will surely be missed by all. Thinking of you all in the days to come. He joins many good friends and family on the other side and I'm sure they're already having a pint together.
-Anne Connelley Stow
xoxo

John and Gretchen McCann and the girls

November 24, 2009

Maureen, please know that you, Ruari and Tara are in our thoughts and prayers. John was a wonderful man with a great sense of humour that we will never forget. It is inspiring to read the messages of admiration from those who loved him and mourn his loss. God bless your family.

November 24, 2009

Maureen,Ruari and Tara
It is with very heavy heart's we will all say goodbye to our much loved friend John. He brought so much laughter and good idea's to The Sligo Association. Our club wont be the same with out him and he will never be forgotton. The Sligo Association

Patrick O'Donnell

November 24, 2009

Maureen, Tara, and Ruari, my deepest condolences to you in this very sad time. He was a great person and will be missed by us all. He is in our prayers.
I'll have a pint for him.
The O'Donnells

November 24, 2009

Maureen, Ruari and Tara:
John certainly left his mark on the world and made a difference in so many people’s lives. We will always remember him for his kind, gentle demeanor, his sense of humor and his great laugh. We hold dear the memories of all the great times we spent with him and your family. We miss him horribly and we’re here for you if you need anything! Love, Bill & Rita Cooke

Julie McCann

November 24, 2009

Maureen, Ruari and Tara,
John was truly a special man. His kindness and generosity will not be forgotten. John's quick wit always brought a laugh or smile to everyone around him. Katie, David and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are always with you.

November 24, 2009

Maureen, Ruari, Tara and the Cahill Family,
We will always remember John for his gentle ways and generous spirit. We have so many wonderful memories of our trips, outings and times we have spent together over the years. We will miss him dearly, and will continue to keep him and all of you in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for whatever you need. Love, Terry, Mary Erin, Erin & Meggie

Lisa McCann

November 24, 2009

Our hearts are aching and our family gatherings will never be the same without John. He was truly the nicest man. I will never forget his laugh. Maureen, your brother, Cyril, was just saying how he will always remember John being loud and having such a good time when all of us would be sitting around Mom and Dad McCann's dining room table playing Pictionary! We had some fun times!! God Bless you, Ruari and Tara and hold tight to eachother and to the rest of us.

Love from Lisa, Cyril, Tim & Niall

November 24, 2009

Dear Tara and Ruari,
We will always remember your Dad for making Kelly,Shannon, and MaryKate feel like they were part of your family. There are so many stories and memories through the years that will never be forgotten.

Your Dad was the kindest,most grateful and caring person.

He will hold a special place in our hearts forever.

Maureen, we are thinking of you.

Love, Mr.and Mrs. Connell

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

November 24, 2009

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