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John McInerney Obituary
McInerney, John R. age 80, of Chicago, IL, formerly of Elmwood Park, IL, Vet. of WWII, beloved husband of the late Shirley (nee Sechter) McInerney, loving father of Michael (Nicolette) and Patrick (Karen) McInerney, devoted grandfather of John, Kevin, Ellen, Peter, Kathleen, Eileen and Jack McInerney, dear son of the late Patrick and Mary (nee Carmody) McInerney, fond brother of Mary (late John) O'Shea and the late Matthew (Marie), Patrick, Thomas and George "Bill" (Mary) McInerney, dear friend of the late Rose Kluegel, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Former long time employee of the Mid-American Truck Lines. Funeral Thursday, 9 a.m., from the Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., to St. Celestine Church, Elmwood Park, for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Diabetes Association would be appreciated. 773-736-3833To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Pamela Dietz
May 29, 2006
Dear Michael and Patrick
Our hearts will always be thinking of your father whenever certain holidays and occasions come along. He was such an inspirational and fun loving gentleman, just full of life. altogether, a great mentor. He passed on alot of good advice to my children and myself that will always be cherished. I new my real father 17 years out of my life and I new John 22 years of my life,the only grandfather on my side that the kids new how wonderful was that. Great Memories,Love The Dietz's always. Steve really misses him, sports,firehouse pools and just fun talking..........
Thomas Sechter
October 15, 2005
Michael & Patrick,
My deepest sympathies for the loss of your father. I have great memories of Uncle John that will always stay with me. I just found out on Saturday about his passing, otherwise I would have attended the services.
My best wishes to both of you and all your family,
Your cousin,
Thomas Sechter
John O'Shea
October 13, 2005
Wish I could be with you today. Sure a lot of memories.
GEORGE MC CARTHY
October 13, 2005
SYMPATHIES FROM GEORGE&KATHLEEN MC CARTHY AND FAMILY
Tom and Mary Brass
October 12, 2005
Patrick & Karen
Our sympathies are with you. We KNOW he was one Hell of a Guy. A True Irishman. We love you, and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
"May the memories you cherish hold you tight and keep you warm." Love, Tom & Mary
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