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Joseph Hennessy Obituary

Hennessy, Joseph J. Of Oak Brook, passed away peacefully March 9, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Stella (nee Lucente) for 53 years; loving father of Joseph J, M.D. (Melissa), Nina Hennessy-Tamburo, John Austin (Wendy), Amy Hennessy and Catherine (Mark) Price; cherished Poppy of Patrick, Matthew, Nora, Michael and Joseph, Jessica, Michael and Wendi, Annie, Jillian, Jack and Sam, Ella and Ruby; fond brother of the late Therese. Founder of River Oaks Ford, River Oaks Chrysler Jeep and Hennessy's River View Ford. Past president of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association, Ford Dealers Advertising Fund, recipient of the Ford Credit Partners In Quality Award, and the Christian Brothers Lasallian Man of the Year Award. Funeral Friday 9:00 a.m. from Hursen Funeral Home, SW corner of Mannheim and Roosevelt Roads, Hillside/Westchester to Notre Dame Church, Clarendon Hills. Mass 10:30 a.m. Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Memorials to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Funeral info 1-800-562-0082 or www.hursen.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 11, 2014.

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michael noonan

March 5, 2021

Joe hired me right out of college in the 1973-with no experience doing anything.

I learned how to sell. My father taught me how to work hard and Joe taught me how to sell.

I went on from River Oaks and started my own business and still have it after 47 years.

Outside of my Father- Joe was one of the biggest influences in my life.

Thank you Joe--Mike Noonan

kathleen thompson

March 7, 2019

I CANT BELIEVE IT IS 5 YEARS IALSO REMEMBER JOE WOULD SAY I WAS HIS FIRST GODCHILD HOPE YOUR JOURNEY THESE PAST YEARS HAVE BROUGHT YOU PEACE I LOSY MY JACK TEN MONTHS AGO I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS KATHIE (KITCHIE) NUGENT THOMPSON

Jan BurnoMills

January 7, 2018

❤felt sympathy to the Hennessey family.
God Bless You.

joseph hennessey

April 3, 2017

i was typing in my name and an obit popped up with my name. sorry for your alls loss. i will light a candle

Patrick Harmon

November 2, 2014

My condolences to the Hennessy family. I am deeply saddened to hear of Mr Hennessy's passing. So many fond memories, words can't convey. My thoughts and prayers go out for him and his family from the Harmon family. Myself, Dan, and Enise. I pray he and my father, Dave Harmon, are laughing together in Heaven. Mr Hennessy was deeply respected and honored by all of us. 342

Bryan Neely

April 27, 2014

To Mrs. Hennessy and Family:

In September of 1983, Joe Hennessy took a chance on a young, inexperienced 20 year old to be a salesman at River Oaks Ford. I am forever greatful for the opportunity Joe gave me. More than simply a boss, Joe was a mentor.

My sincerest condolences to the family. Joe rests in peace now.

michael noonan

April 1, 2014

my condolences to all the family.
I worked for Joe as a car salesman in Calumet City-my first job after school.
He was a true mentor to me. I had absolutely no selling skills but I was a hard worker. he must have seen in that in me because he helped me immensely to succeed in sales. he was tough but encouraging. I have stayed in sales since 1973 and own my own business since 1975. I can honestly say if it wasn't for Joe I would not be where I am today. outside of my Father Joe was my single greatest influence in my life.
Rest in peace Joe and Thank you.

Wendy Cusick

March 29, 2014

Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. What a great man. I always looked forward to joe and Amy coming into bakers square in lansing for lunch. Very sad to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

March 17, 2014

Dear Stella and Family:

Please accept our deepest sympathies on Joe's passing. We were very fortunate to have known him and know he will be missed by his many friends and family. The loving family you & Joe have created is there for you now.

Most sincerely,

Bill & Bette Svatik (Ford Motor Company Retiree)

Germane Valentin

March 14, 2014

My deepest sympathies to Mrs. Hennessy, John and all the family.

Rick Danca

March 14, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. It seems like yesterday when I met Joe while doing some work at his house, over 25 years ago. I was only in my late teens at the time and he treated me with the utmost respect and kindness. He greeted me with a hand shake and that wonderful smile that we all know. Just moments later, out walks John in his suit, with the same kindness that I received from Joe and off they both went to River Oaks Ford. I have been friends with both of them since and have come to know the rest of his loving family over the years. He was one of a kind and will be deeply missed.

Amy Cox

March 13, 2014

Words cannot express my sorrow at the passing of Mr. Hennessey. He was in my life as far as I can remember. The friendship he had with my dad, Rod Cyrier, was phenominal. The laughter and the joking around they did I will never forget! He was one of my true hero's and he will forever be in my heart!

Carol Morrow

March 13, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the Hennsey family.

larry valois

March 13, 2014

he was always a good man to me and i thought he didnt know me he said goodmorning LARRY im sorry to see him go

Mark Cobb

March 13, 2014

My prayers are with the family.

William Hart

March 13, 2014

He left a wonderful legacy in his family

Kathy Gowgiel

March 12, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the Hennessey family. I remember visiting Nina at her parent's house in the 80's her dad asking "Who has a GM car in my driveway? It must be Nina's friend from college." It's one of my favorite memories of Mr. Hennessey.

Dawn Hurr

March 12, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the entire Hennessy Family. Sending prayers for peace & comfort.

Robert Shearrill

March 12, 2014

I am sad to hear about the passing of Mr. Hennessy. He was a nice man. I worked for Mr. Hennessy at River Oaks Ford Dealership for 30 years.

Don & Jackie Shinault

March 12, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the Hennessy Family. My family & I had the privilege of knowing "Mr. H" during the 22 years I worked for Ford Motor Credit Co. He was an honorable man who taught by example, he will be miss by many. He will always remain in our memory. Rest in Peace "Mr. H" and God Bless the family as they grieve their loss.

Sue O'Connor - Cooper

March 12, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to the entire Hennessy family. So sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of first knowing Mr. H back in the 1970's. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.

Bette Douglas

March 12, 2014

My Deepest Sympathy. I knew Joe from when I worked at Ford Credit. He was an awesome man!

March 12, 2014

My Deepest Sympathy. I knew Joe from when I worked at Ford Credit. Such a nice man!

David Shinault

March 12, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family, Joe was a very special man to our family.

March 12, 2014

So sorry for your loss.
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Such fond memories of Mr. Hennessy, especially the Chicago Auto Show when I was in grade school and all the fun times had at the Hennessy home in Oak Brook..
Kathy Fuller (Buczkiewicz)

Robert Osmanski

March 12, 2014

Very sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you thru this difficult time.
The Osmanski Family

Andrea Davilis

March 12, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Hennessy's passing. I worked at River Oaks Ford and remember that he was always good to the employees. My deepest sympathies to the Hennessy family.

scott

March 12, 2014

My condolences to you.God promise us that one day He will swalloww up death forever at Isiah 25:8.

Kortney W.

March 12, 2014

My deepest sympathies to your family at this difficult time. May the God of comfort continue to be with you at this time.
Warmest Regards,

Colin Hennessy

March 11, 2014

So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts. The Hennessy family. Co. Clare. Ireland.

March 11, 2014

i AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF THIS GOOD PERSON'SPASSING hE HAS JOINED kATY AND AUSTIN IN PARADISE. kATHY ("KITCHIE) NUGENT THOMPSON

Karen Becvar

March 11, 2014

Nina,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jesse and Patsy Aguilera

March 11, 2014

It was a honor and privilege to know Mr. "H" , our prayers and thoughts go out to his loving and caring family. We know in our hearts he will be deeply missed.

March 11, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always
Maria Mikicic

March 11, 2014

A wonderful man and family. Great Notre Dame fans. From the David Wysocki family.

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