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John O'Hare Obituary

O'Hare, John L. U.S. Army Veteran and retired Chicago Fireman. Beloved husband of Catherine (nee Flax) and the late Carol O'Hare; loving father of Patricia (Andrew) Freeman and the late John A. (Peggy Harrington) O'Hare; cherished grandfather of Elizabeth Ballard and Ethan O'Hare; proud great-grandfather of Sean and Colin; dear brother of Dennis, retired C.P.D., (the late Shirley) O'Hare, Patricia (the late James, retired C.P.D.) Cesak, Mary Margaret (the late Robert, retired C.F.D.) Stevens, Kathleen (John) O'Connell, Eileen (Ed) Farnan and the late Arthur, Thomas, retired C.P.D. (Meredith and Betty), William (Noreen), and Gerald (Mary Ann); brother-in-law of Amy and Don Balicki and Joanne (the late William) Kucinski; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday 9:00 a.m. from Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn, to Our Lady of Loretto Church, Hometown, for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Our Lady of Loretto Church, 8925 S. Kostner Ave. in Hometown, would be greatly appreciated. thompsonkuensterfuneralhome.com, 708-425-0500.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 8, 2015.

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December 9, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

December 9, 2015

Jack was a kind and caring man. So sorry for the family's loss. Prayers are sent. God bless.

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Joanne Santoyo

December 8, 2015

I will always cherish the years I knew Mr.O'Hare had so many happy memories on the holidays which you included me as family. Your house or should I say the steps on your porch was a second home. Forever in my heart

Gerri Nevlida

December 8, 2015

Patty and Liz,So very sorry for your loss. RIP Mr. O'Hare. Sure do remember him, very nice man. He would always be at the games when you guys were playing baseball. Gerri Nevlida (Thiel)

Sandra Losoya Hansen

December 8, 2015

Sorry for your loss. He was such a great man.
Love you

Colleen Cesak and Thomas Lynch

December 8, 2015

Dear Catherine, Patty, Andy, and Family. An Olde Irish Wish for our Uncle Jackie. May the raindrops fall lightly on your brow. May the soft winds freshen your spirit. May the sunshine brighten your heart. May the burdens of the day rest lightly upon you. And may God enfold you in the mantle of His love. Love, Colleen and Tom

Colleen Cesak and Tom Lynch

December 8, 2015

Dear Katherine, Patty, Andy, and Family. This is a prayer for our Uncle Jackie. Tears are prayers too, they fall down because of you, tears are prayers too, they'll help us to get through. In our hearts, where no one sees, sorrow fills for us to grieve, through Jesus Christ, we need to believe, as each tear forms, love is released. These tears that fall will set us free. And will keep you a treasured memory. Love, Colleen and Tom

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

December 8, 2015

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Jack will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 13 DEC, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

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Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home - Oak Lawn

5570 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home - Oak Lawn

5570 95th St., Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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Our Lady of Loretto Church

Hometown, IL

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