Search by Name

Search by Name

Liam O'Connell Bonner

Liam Bonner Obituary

Bonner, Liam O'Connell age 4 years old, precious son of Brian and Amy (nee O'Connell) Bonner, best buddy and brother to Brian and Fiona Bonner, cherished grandson of Mel and Pat Bonner and Richard and Mary Ann O'Connell, loving great-grandson of John and Joanne Patrick, adored nephew of Bob (Tamsen) and Brandon (Gigi) Bonner, Richard (Amy) O'Connell, Katie (Larry) Morgan and Meghan (Sam) Haddad, beloved cousin of Richie, John and Timbo O'Connell and Sarah, Matthew, Mark and Maggie Haddad. Visitation Friday, from 3 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. until time of Mass 10 a.m., at St. Cajetan Church, 2445 W. 112th St., Chicago. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Maeve McNicholas Memorial Foundation c/o Beverly Bank, 10258 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60643, would be appreciated. Arrangements made by: Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home. 708-857-7878 www.sheehyfh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Liam Bonner

Not sure what to say?





August 25, 2007

I am praying for your whole family. Honor that beautiful son by being the best family you can for your other children. He is in heaven and has no pain..only the joy he should have had here. I don't know why this happens but God must have needed a special angel in heaven for something. Keep strong and rely on those who love you and people like me who don't even know you but will pray for you all. He had a beautiful smile.

Medical Worker

August 5, 2007

I have never met Liam but I recognized his name from doing blood work on him at Children's during this past year. I saw his obituary in the paper and wept. I cannot find word to express my sympathy. I am so so sorry.

Tami O'Brien

August 3, 2007

Brian & Amy,
I just wanted to let you know also that I'm friends with Bridget Burns, her niece Maeve I understand was friends with Liam.

Tami O'Brien

August 3, 2007

You have my deepest sympathy. I will continue to pray for you and your family.

MOC

colleen coogan curley

August 2, 2007

Dear Bonner Family,
I knew Amy and her family from Barnabas and want to extend our sincere condolences. Liam sounds like he was one of a kind with incredible strength. You should be honored to have had such a strong little boy in your lives. May you find comfort knowing he is out of pain and in peace. We will continue to keep all of you in our prayers. God Bless.

Meghan Nestor-Risch

August 1, 2007

Amy and family -
I went to high school with Amy and just learned that Liam lost a well-fought battle. I'm heartbroken for you, but am comforted in the thought that he is no longer suffering. My family's prayers are with you and yours.

Beth (Cuttone) Kohlstedt

July 31, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about Liam. I worked with Amy at Christ Hospital a few years ago. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Louis Cioe

July 31, 2007

Dear Brian, Amy, Brian & Fiona,
May each hug you share with one another ease your pain and magnify the never ending love you feel for Liam. Cherish him always in your memories and cherish each day you have together as a loving family.
God bless you all,
Lou & Mary Cioe

Michele Friend-Hoffman

July 31, 2007

Amy and Brian I am so sorry to hear about Liam. I worked with Amy a few year ago. I have been praying for you and your family. As the days go on stay strong in prayer. God will get you through this tough time while holding on to all of Liam precious memories.

Patrice Thomas

July 30, 2007

Dear Amy, Brian and Family,
I was so sorry to hear that Liam had lost his battle. Although you do not know me I have followed Liam's fight through his Aunt Katie. I lost my infant nephew two years ago and can only begin to understand your grief. Please find comfort in all the prayers that will be said for you and to know that Liam is with our Lord watching over your family and his brother and sister. My prayers are with you and your entire family. God Bless you.

Kelly Kachmarik

July 30, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers remain with you. May the grace and peace of God be with you for always.

Rob & Jen Stotz

July 29, 2007

We are Liam's Irish Twin Aidan's aunt and uncle (Randy's brother and wife). Though we've never met, please know we have been and will continue to pray for you all. And thank you, thank you for ministering to Randy & Carrie even in your own time of mourning. You must be pretty amazing people to be so selfless when it would be so understandable for you to be overwhelmed by your own grief. May the God of all Comfort be your comfort now. Thank you for touching the lives of Randy, Carrie, Aidan & Chloe. And thank you for sharing Liam with them.

Our prayers are with you.

July 29, 2007

You don't know me, but I know of you and Liam. I have been praying for Liam and your family since this all began. Oh how I wish I could take this all away from you!! I know God has a reason, but we certainly cannot see why such a wonderful little boy is put through all of this, and taken anyway. We just can't understand this at all! No words can justify or explain it. It just does not seem right or fair, for any little child to suffer, and for any parent to lose their child!!

Why do bad things happen to such good people??? I hope someday we all find out..........!!

Till then, we hope all your wonderful memories of Liam, and the love of family and friends comfort and sustain you. I am so very sorry for your loss and suffering. There is no greater pain, than to watch your child go through this, and not be able to do anything for them. There is no greater pain and anguish than to lose a child you love so much. With all the many people that have been praying for Liam, God must have really needed him. I just wish there was something more we could have done...............if there was, he would still be here.

Love to you and all of your family. I know this has taken a toll on all of you.....but, Liam will live forever in the hearts of so very many people who were touched by him. He is waiting for you, and knows how much you love and miss him. You are the best parents and family he could have ever had. You are an inspiration to us all! Please, God be with you all, during this most difficult time.

Sincerely,

from another Mom, who cares.

July 29, 2007

I only met Liam a few times but his eyes and his smile light up the room. He is now lighting up the heavens with his beauty.
Our prayers and our hearts are with all of you. May god grant you comfort in this difficult time.
Joni, Mike, Nicole Colomb

Kevin, Jennifer, Dillon, and Amanda Zielinski

July 28, 2007

Liam is forever in our hearts.

Jim and Alice Keane

July 27, 2007

Please know our hearts are with you as we mourn for Liam. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

mother of 2

July 27, 2007

We never know why god calls children home and saying goodbye to your child is something a parent should never have to do. Take comfort in that he is not hurting anymore and that little fighter will be reunited with you all again. He is waiting for you to make your journey to heaven easier. Much love and prayers are sent to you.

Evelyn Rodriguez

July 27, 2007

When you are sad look into your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.
My deepest sympathy to the family.

Jennifer Meade Magruder

July 27, 2007

Dear Bonner family,
Although I do not know you personally, I have been touched by Liam and his journey. The courage and love of your family and especially of little Liam is an inspiration to all and a reminder to my family of the importance of our love. My deepest sympathies are with you all.

Kim & Chris Rosso

July 27, 2007

Brian & Amy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.He will always be here safe in your hearts. He will never be far away from the both of both you.

Larry, Tamara and Thomas Canada

July 27, 2007

Brian and Amy,

No words can provide the comfort you need at this time. Know that we are praying for you and your family.

Bill and Billy Harnedy

July 27, 2007

Dear Bonner Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Your Friends,

John Lanigan III

July 27, 2007

Brian and Amy

Sorry to hear your loss and can't imagine how you feel. Liam was like my idol that he was a fighter. Myself and my family send are deepest sympothy. I also wanted to send our sympothy to Mr. and Mrs. B. You guys are like part of our family and hope that if you ever need anything we will be there. We love all the Bonners.

Love,
John and Lanigan Family

Steve Kuziela

July 27, 2007

The Good Lord called Little Angel Liam home, our deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers are with the entire family.

Julie Monahan

July 27, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Kelly Dombrowski

July 26, 2007

Brian, Amy, and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your little fighter Liam. What a beautiful little boy and a beautiful family. We pray the love and support of your family and friends will bring your comfort. Even while questioning, we pray that your strong faith will provide you with moments of peace as you travel this very difficult journey.
Love,
Rob, Kelly, Xavier, and Matthew

beverly resident

July 26, 2007

Praying for you-may the love and support of your parish provide strength for you

Mom of 2 Mt. Greenwood

July 26, 2007

My prayers are with you and your
family.....

July 26, 2007

Brian and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Think, always, of the strength of your son and brother...some people have little time, but, a great lesson to teach. We honor them by learning and remembering...forever.

Nikki Pietrus

July 26, 2007

Liam,
I miss you so much. You were strong and never stopped fighting. Bridget and Sheila always told me so much about you all the time. You were always thought of and remembered. My prayers are all for you and your family. You will be missed and loved by everyone!

Megan Bulger

July 26, 2007

Liam i miss you soo much the manahan twins always said that you always asked for me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I love you so much buddy you were a fighter!

Krista Joyce

July 26, 2007

All of our hearts are broken. Your faith, bravery and love are unprecedented. The way Liam fought without complaining, will always serve as an inspiration for all in our parish and our community. Your family has shown us the true meaning of Love and Faith. Our deepest sympathies and prayers will always be with your entire family. We are so sorry. All of our Love and Prayers. Krista, Kevin, Cameron, Kaila, Jessica, Michael, Kristen and Kevin Joyce

Janet Staib

July 26, 2007

Dear Amy & Brian
Our prayers are with you and your family with the loss of Liam. He is now in the arms of our Lord and with Maeve another angel in heaven & free of pain and watching over all of his family. God will give you strenght to make it through all of the days ahead.

John & Janet Staib

July 26, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mother of 3

Rosemary McMahon

July 26, 2007

Amy & Brian,

My deepest condolences to your entire family. I have had Liam on my prayer list since he became ill. I know that now he is your special angel looking over all of you. My prayers are with all of you.

Sharryn Caifano

July 26, 2007

God calls each one of us in His own time-from the greatest to the smallest. While there is no deeper sadness than saying good-bye to a child, may you find peace knowing that Liam is now in perfect peace.

marianne quandt-lowell

July 26, 2007

our families thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

James and Susan The Ochoa and O'Keefe family

July 26, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to you. We are so sorry for you loss. You are in our prayers.

Michael and Karen Crowley

July 26, 2007

May your strength get you through this time. We heard that he had tons of enthusiasm and a great spirit. Our warmest and heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Carol Ramos

July 26, 2007

Mel & Family,

We were very saddened to hear of your loss. We all know that Liam was a special angel sent from the heavens and now he has returned to watch over all of you.

Take peace in knowing that Liam is not suffering and he is playing in the heavens watching over all of you.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Carol & Jacob Ramos (MIE)

July 26, 2007

I cannot even imagine what you are going through right now. All you can do is, Take comfort in knowing that Liam is in a much safer place today, and that you now have your special "Angel" watching over you and your family. May God be with you all. With Deepest Sympathy

Showing 1 - 41 of 41 results

Make a Donation
in Liam Bonner's name

Memorial Events
for Liam Bonner

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Liam's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Liam Bonner's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more