Conlon, Joseph Oswald of Chicago, IL, age 43, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, October 13, 2005, in the presence of his partner of 15 years William Cordero, his sister-in-law, Mary Lally, his beloved friends David Salinas, Allyn Miller and his care giver Ena Goldheart. Joseph received his Bachelor's in Graphic Design and his Masters in Graphic Design and Studio Arts in 1993 from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Joe and his partner, William traveled throughout the world, which was a source of his inspiration. Joe, attended the Banff residency for the arts in Canada and has received local and international recognition for his work. He is survived by his partner, William Cordero, his mother, Marie Conlon, brothers, Kevin and Mr. and Mrs. Mark Conlon. Joe was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Conlon. Visitation Wednesday, October 19, 2005, 2 p.m. until 9 p.m., at Weinstein Funeral Home, 1300 W. Devon Ave., Chicago. Friends and family are invited to meet Thursday, 10 a.m., for the Funeral Mass at St. Ita's Church, 1220 W. Catalpa (Catalpa and Broadway), Chicago. Interment Rosehill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity being established in Joe's name. For futher information please call, 773-761-2400.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Oct. 16 to Oct. 17, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Conlon

17 Entries

Rosangela Massini

December 19, 2005

Willian.

The Universe is made of love and love is bigger than this world, time and dimension. Think that he is still travelling but he took another flight just to be in 1st class and prepare a party for us at destination. We still can communicate by heart and mind he probably will be waiting for all of us at the VIP lounge when everyone could be ready. In this meantime he is also taking more art lesson with angels and is taking care of you.

Will all my love

Rosangela

Jay Clark

November 17, 2005

William, my heart and prayers are with you, yours, and Joe's. I hope, as time passes, you are able to smile and live, as Joe walks with you every step, every moment, of every day. He is with you. And you are loved. Peace

Lisa Burris

October 27, 2005

William~

I pray for God to wrap his loving arms around you, Joe's family and friends and bring you all peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Mary Jo Matyasic

October 25, 2005

My deepest sympathies to you William and Joe's family. I will keep you both dear in my heart and prayers.

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Janice Blacksmith

October 19, 2005

William,

May you take comfort in all the many memories and adventures you and Joe created and shared together. May his passion for life become your guiding spirit!

Phil Gaskin

October 19, 2005

William,

My thoughts and support from afar are with you.

Regards

Phil

Rosario Camacho

October 18, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Joe's family at this time of loss. I know we will all remember the beautiful smile Joe always had, he will continue to live in our memories... Rosario

DENISE RODRIGUEZ

October 18, 2005

so very sorry to hear of your loss

Joe & Billy (Joe's name for William) @ Tennessee Beach in Mill Valley, Ca. August, 2001

October 18, 2005

Joe's Committment Ceremony Headshot

October 18, 2005

Cheryl Moore

October 18, 2005

Dear William,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I am sure the wonderful memories of the time spent together will help to console you. Cheryl

Olivia Gauna

October 18, 2005

Dear William,

Just to let you know I am thinking about you. Joseph will be looking after you from heaven; don´t ever doubt about that.

All my love, Olivia Gauna

Judi Neal Johnson

October 18, 2005

William,

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this time of loss. I know that Joe will continue to live on in your memories of the wonderful times that you shared the past 15 years.

God bless ... Judi

Peg Clugsten

October 18, 2005

I am very sorry for your loss. Your family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Celeste Szajdek

October 18, 2005

William,

My deepest sympathy in your time of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Celeste

Chip Herold

October 18, 2005

William,

My deepest sympathy in Joe's passing. He is now truly an angel that is dancing at God's glorious circuit party in heaven I'm sure. I'm always there for you my friend. God Bless.

Mashanda Washington

October 17, 2005

GOD BLESS YOU WILLIAM. I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT JOE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. ALSO REMEMBER I AM JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY IF YOU NEED ANYTHING.

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY

MASHANDA WASHINGTON

312/208-4023

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