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Kevin O'Donnell Obituary

O'Donnell, Kevin Patrick 55, July 9, 2012, lifetime resident of the Southwest side of Chicago, of Clearing neighborhood, beloved son of the late John and Hannah Burkett O'Donnell; loving brother of John (Pamela) O'Donnell, CFD, Mary (Gene) Diamond, Michael S. (Michele) O'Donnell, Angela (Charles) Weber, and Kathleen (John) Daly; devoted uncle of 19; dear great uncle of 2. Worked for over 15 years with Belt Railway Company of Chicago as a railroad carman. Resting at CENTRAL CHAPEL, 6158 S. Central Ave., Chicago, on Thursday, July 12, from 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Friday, July 13, 8:45 a.m. at chapel, to St. Symphorosa Church, 6135 S. Austin Ave., Chicago. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Following services, cremation private. For information or to express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, 773-581-9000, or www.chapelc.com or www.facebook.com/centralchapel.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 11, 2012.

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S R

July 14, 2012

God Bless Kevin and the O'Donnell family. He was such a kind and funny man. May he RIP.

Mariadrian and Kevin Lavin

July 13, 2012

So so sorry for your loss. Whenever I think of Kevin I have a huge smile on my face. You just laughed all the time you were with him. Huge loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers

Don Leigh

July 12, 2012

My prayers and thoughts go out to the O'Donnell family. R.I.P. Kevin

July 12, 2012

To the O'Donnell Family,
We were very blessed to have a great friend like Kevin (Keebler) in our lives. He made us laugh all the time and Marty is very greatful he was able to see him in the recent past. It had been too long. Thinking of your family at this sad time.

Kathy and Marty Hammer

July 11, 2012

The first time I saw Kevin on 84th. & Sangamon St., I saw a very happy child, with a wonderful smile and personality to match. We were blessed to have know such a wonderful man. Our heart felt sympathies go out the O'Donnell family, in your time of grief. The Morrissey Family of 8554 S. Sangamon

Mary Jane Allard

July 11, 2012

My prayers are with your family.
-Mary Jane Allard

Joe & Mary Lebarre

July 11, 2012

To The O'Donnell Family,
So sorry to hear about Kevin passing. All our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

Sean and Carmel Diamond

July 11, 2012

Dear Mimi and extended O Donnell family
We were deeply saddened to learn of your brothers passing. We know what it is like to lose a loved one especially when the diagnosis of the illness is followed by a rapid decline. There is little time to process the concept of losing a person who appeared to be in perfect health. We always wish for one more day,but if the end of suffering requires us to let them go then we have to be grateful for the peace that only death can bring. We know that your brother was surrounded with the assistance and the love of his family throughout his illness and hopefully as he closed his eyes on the ones he is leaving behind he will open them to the ones who went before him. Mimi we admired your amazing devotion to Kevin it was obvious that you cared deeply for him and we hope you gain comfort from knowing that his final months here were spent knowing that.

Amy & Jeff O'Malley

July 11, 2012

Best Wishes to the O'Donnell Family !

July 11, 2012

Angie, Kathleen, Mike, Mary and John,
I was so saddened to hear that Kevin has passed. What a great guy - had lots of fun and good memories on Kirkland Ave. No words can express the loss you all feel - but I know in my heart he is with your mom and dad having a cup of tea and soda bread. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Kate & Pat Walsh

Diann Severino

July 10, 2012

Kathleen and Family,
I am sorry to hear about your brother Kevin. I want to let you know you are in my prayers. God Bless you.

Marion Gentile

July 10, 2012

Dear Ones,

I remember how much Dad depended on him. All those great memories. Gone to soon.
Marion

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