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Kevin O'Rourke Obituary

O'Rourke, Kevin Munday age 24, of Palos Park, passed away on November 26, 2007, beloved son of Thomas and Barbara O'Rourke, loving brother of Janeen (Ryan) Abels, Mary, Liam, Kayleen and the late Thomas, cherished uncle of Ellianna, also survived by Grandma Munday and many loving uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Kevin was a recent graduate of U.I.C. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m., at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700 W.), Palos Hills. Funeral Saturday, 9 a.m., from the funeral home to Our Lady of the Woods Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please make donations to Rosecrance Rehabilitation, 1601 University Dr., Rockford, IL, 61107. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 28, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
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Kelly Perry

November 25, 2008

I am thinking of your family knowing this is the anniversary of Kevin's passing.

You will be in our thoughts and prayers now and during the holiday seasons.

Kelly and David Perry

Samantha Summins

December 4, 2007

To the O'Rourke Family: I am so genuinely sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts. Even though I have not seen any of you for a while, feel free to talk to me. Again, please accept my sympathy
Sincerely,
Sam

Tom Ruszkowski

December 1, 2007

Dear Tom and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. He will always be in our prayers. May God give you strength in you time of need.

Susan Dowtort

November 30, 2007

Tom and Family,
I wanted to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. My prayers are with you. I used to work with Tom at the CCAO.

Peggy Chapman

November 30, 2007

Tom,

I worked with you in I/C at CCAO. To let you know how sorry I am to hear you have lost your precious son.

Stephen Kenny

November 30, 2007

To the O'Rourke Family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss and may you find strength in your time of need. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.

Patti Johnson

November 30, 2007

Dear Tom and Barb. please accept our deepest sympathy our prayers are with you and your family. The Permit department of the Assessor Office, Marty O'connor, Patti Johnson, Norine Weimar and Noel Cain.

michael lynch

November 30, 2007

please accept my deepest condolences on kevins passing. Remember that he was a great friend and always there for you when you needed someone to lean on. I appologize for not being able to attend his funeral and know that he will be missed. I will always cherish his memory.

Christina Sobczak

November 30, 2007

I would like to express my deepest sympathy for Mr. & Mrs. O'Rourke, Janeen, Mary, Kayleen and Liam. Memories of Kevin are keepsakes of time that lives in my heart forever. In this time of loss and sadness, may your heart be filled with wonderful memories of love. My dear friend will be greatly missed. He meant so much to me for such a long time. We will never fail to remember Kevins contagious sense of humor, generous nature, love for politics, and many more qualities that are beyond words. There is no such thing as death. Only a change of worlds. Kevin will always be in our hearts and memories forever.

Kelly Perry

November 29, 2007

Mr. and Mrs. O'Rourke and Family,

Those who have known and loved Kevin must have wonderful memories to share. Hoping these precious tales of the past will help you and your family during this painful time.

Genuinely,

David and Kelly Perry

Brian Jennings

November 29, 2007

May God bless Kevin and his loving family this day and always.

Dennis,Gale & Bryan Dobes

November 29, 2007

Barb,Tom & the O'Rouke family - Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult and trying times.

Bob Madonia

November 29, 2007

Dear Tom and Barb:
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. Be assured that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Bob and Judy Madonia

Kevin in Ireland

November 29, 2007

Kevin - July 2007

November 28, 2007

Jasnoch Family

November 28, 2007

Tom, Barb, Janeen, Liam, Mary, Kayleen we are so very sorry for the loss of your precious son, Kevin. He is with God. We will always remember him for his beautiful smile, and wave "hello". May God be with you during this most difficult time.

Mike Paradiso

November 28, 2007

To the O'Rourke Family -

My deepest condolences go out to your family.

Bernadette Hollins

November 28, 2007

To the O'Rourke Family,
We're so sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Kevin. We'll always cherish the fond memories that we have of Kevin. His happy, smiling face, chasing cicadas, snakes, and frogs with our sons among many other positive & joyfyul times.
We know how close your family is, and that love, strength, and prayer will help you during this difficult time. You've also got friends and neighbors like us - who love you and will be there for whatever you need. With heartfelt sympathy, The Hollins'

Judy Malabarba Power

November 28, 2007

Dear Barb and Family, We are very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Dino Costa

November 28, 2007

Deepest condolences from your friends at the Cook County Assessor's Office. The O'Rourke Family is in our prayers. May God be with you during this time of grief. God Bless

David Gaidas and Family

November 28, 2007

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