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John McDevitt Obituary

McDevitt, John C. U.S. Army Veteran, age 78, at rest on Wednesday, February 15, 2012; Beloved husband of the late Ella nee Spagnoli; Loving father of George (Renee), Anne (Glen) Howell, Margaret Ponga (Mark), Mary Rogers, John, and Pat (Donna) McDevitt; Proud grandpa of many. Fond brother of the late George (CPD), the late Patrick James, Isabel (the late James (CPD) Sullivan). Michael (CFD), Bernard (CFD) (Cynthia); Patricia Barder, and the late Margaret M.; Uncle to many nieces and nephews and a treasured friend to many. Visitation Tuesday 3-9pm. Funeral Wednesday 9:45am from Kenny Brothers Funeral Directors 3600 W. 95th St. Evergreen Park, IL. To St. Christina Catholic Church 111th and Christina Ave. Mass 10:30am. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to American Cancer Society would be appreciated. For more info 708-425-4500 or visit www.kennybrothersfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 20, 2012.

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Mary/Mike Walker

February 22, 2012

We are thinking of you & your family today. Love, Mike, Mary, Tom, Amy, Maggie & Beth Walker

February 21, 2012

My prayers are with your family. Jack is with Elia may they rest in peace. Peg Kickels

Fr. Dan Brandt

February 20, 2012

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. John will be remembered at our next Police Mass (Sunday, 26 FEB, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: 312/738-7588]

February 20, 2012

Our heartfelt prayers go out to the McDevitt and Barder families. May John be at peace in his final resting place. The Amraen Family

February 20, 2012

Our Prayers go out to the Family and Friends. Chicago Police Department Peer Support Program.

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