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John Keane Obituary

Keane, John C. John C. Keane, formerly of Chicago and Flossmoor. Beloved husband of 51 years to the late Ellyn Keane (nee O'Connor); loving father of John F. (Dawn) Keane and Margaret "Maggie" E. (John Bovee) Keane; proud grandfather of Connor John and Aidan William Keane, John Keane Bovee and Catherine Jane Bovee; loving brother of the late Marjorie (the late Gilbert) Olson. Visitation Saturday, July 22, 2017, 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd., at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie, IL 60077 followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Francis Xavier Church, 912 Linden Street, Wilmette, IL 60091 at 9:00 a.m. Interment private Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Worth. Memorials to Misericordia, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660. Information: www.donnellanfuneral.com or (847) 675-1990.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 20, 2017.

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John Chambers

July 13, 2025

A truly wonderful man, RIP my friend

Jack Castle

January 27, 2019

John was my first boss and mentor out of college. He taught me how to be a banker. I wish I could have told him that before his passing. I look forward to talking to him when its my turn.

July 26, 2017

Maggie and John,
I am so saddened and sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He was such a wonderful person and an important part of my life growing up. Wishing this day never came. Much love to you. Maggie, you have done so much for him in the last years and you did a great job taking care of him.
Sending continued prayers to you. I am so so sorry I could not be there in person.

July 22, 2017

I was very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a friend and mentor to me and guided me after my appointment as Cook County Comptroller in 1990.He was a true professional and I certainly enjoyed our many lunches together. My apologies for being unable to attend the Mass today. I will have a Mass said and make a donation in his name to Misericordia. My condolences to you all. John Chambers

July 20, 2017

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure that can fill your hearts with love and bring you peace until the fulfillment of Hosea 13;14 where Almighty God promises " From the power of the grave I will redeem them from death I will recover them." May this bring your family some comfort at this difficult time.

Jeanne Feeney

July 20, 2017

Oh we are so sad to hear that this sweet , gentle, handsome man has passed away. He and your Mom were our all time favorite neighbors. We will always remember his kindness and "Keane" sense of humor.
Hugs to you John and Maggie. Love, Jeanne/Hugh Feeney and Company

July 20, 2017

My thoughts are with you Maggie.

Kristen Potter

The Sisters and Residents of Misericordia

July 20, 2017

Our sympathies and special prayers for Mr. Keane and all his family.

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8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

Donnellan Family Funeral Home

10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie, IL

Jul

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Funeral Mass

9:00 a.m.

St. Francis Xavier Church

912 Linden Street, Wilmette, IL

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10045 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077

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