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Lawrence O'Donnell Obituary

O'Donnell, Lawrence J. Age 61, Born in to Eternal Life on October 1, 2016. Beloved husband of Diane (nee Lester) for 23 years; devoted son of the late Edith and Edward O'Donnell; loving brother of Edward (Brenda), Lucy Hildreth, Thomas (Elly) O'Donnell, Patty (Charlie) Martin, Theresa (Charlie) Covey, Anne (Larry) Loomis, Rose Lahrman, Joseph O'Donnell, Judy (Mike) Strejc, and Jerry O'Donnell; dear brother-in-law of Bill Lester, Dorothy Tyderek, and Helen Lester Kuehl; "Uncle Larry" was dearly loved by his 25 nieces and nephews and 22 great-nieces and nephews. Larry was an Alumnus of Spalding Institute, Peoria, IL, attended St. Joseph's College, Rensselaer, IN and was Proprietor of O'Donnell Cleaning Service. Visitation Wednesday 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Curley Funeral Home (Heeney-Laughlin Directors), 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415. Funeral Thursday 9:30 a.m. to Queen of Martyrs Church, 103rd St. and Central Park Ave., Evergreen Park, IL 60805. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Interment private. Memorials to National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), 222 S. Morgan St., # 3E, Chicago, IL 60607 are most appreciated. Funeral Info: Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors, 708-636-5500 or www.heeneyfh.com.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 4, 2016.

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Craig Leary

October 25, 2016

I am saddened to hear of Larry's passing. I have many fond memories of time spent with Larry at Spalding. My prayers & thoughts are with the O'Donnell family.

Michael Daly

October 5, 2016

To the O'Donnell Family our thoughts and prayers go out to you in remembering Larry. I go back to the time of growing up with him and the rides to Jubilee State Park and singing at the top of our lungs in the car. Ed and I were classmates together through Grade School and High School.

Dan Banister

October 4, 2016

To the O'Donnell Family,

I was a classmate of Larry's at Spalding. He was a fun-loving guy and I was sorry to hear of his passing. I enjoyed getting to catch up with him at our last reunion at Jimmy's Bar. My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.

Dan Banister

Mary Kathleen Sierra

October 4, 2016

Dear O'Donnell family, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Larry. God bless you at this time and always. You and yours will always be a part of the Sierra family and Spalding and AOL memories. All my best.

Mike and Kim Miller

October 4, 2016

So sorry for your loss - God Bess!

Kathy Donovan-Ambrose

October 4, 2016

My condolences to the families. Larry was a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed.

Cathi (Truitt) Steffens

October 4, 2016

My heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences to the entire family during this most difficult time. Please know you're all in my prayers. I'm just so sorry for your great loss.

Sincerely,

Cathi Truitt Steffens

Cookie Bannon

October 4, 2016

"And when Irish eyes are smiling they will steal your heart away"...May the Lord hold the O'Donnell family in the palm of His hand as you face the loss of your brother Larry. He spent some time at the Bannon's when he was so crazy for my little sister Lorrie. As I embrace the gift of being raised within a large family. My heart aches for each one of you...as your gatherings will never be the same.
I pray you will find peace in knowing his mansion was prepared, then the Lord said, "Larry my son, you're coming with me"!
ITLB OK...
Compassionately,
Cookie Bannon

October 4, 2016

Diane, I am so very sorry to read of Larry's passing.We grew up together in West Peoria and shared many experiences at St Marks and Spalding which are now fond memories.The few times I visited with you and Larry since were always fun as it was so refreshing to see that Larry's spirit remained just as fun loving as it was when we were kids.I will always remember his wonderful sense of humor and the way laughed.I am blessed to have been able to share a part of his life and be considered one of his many friends.Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Rob Rambke


















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Patty Powers

October 4, 2016

I am so sad to read this! Larry was so much fun!! My love and prayers are with the family. Judy, I miss you and love you!!

Steve Tippett

October 4, 2016

O.D. I will miss that unmistakable laugh of yours!! May your soul rest happily with the Angels. Theresa my love your way!

Angie Ramos Shull

October 4, 2016

On behalf of the Ramos family from Pekin, we will cherish the memories of Larry and our brother, John, along with Bill Keyes. We will keep all of you in our prayers during this sad time.

October 3, 2016

What a shock! Was he ill? My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Thank you for letting me know since I'm not in Chicago I would not have seen this.
Darlene

John O'Donnell

October 3, 2016

I'm at a loss for words, my condolences, love and prayers to the family.

Mike Yocum

October 3, 2016

My condolences; may God bless you, give you strength and comfort you during this difficult time.

October 3, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kathleen O'Donnell Brown

October 3, 2016

Such a shock after seeing him at the Peoria Reunion. Such a wonderful fellow. My sympathies to Diane and all his brothers and sisters.

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