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Martin Lenihan Obituary

Lenihan, Martin T. Age 83, passed away suddenly, July 19, 2011. Loving husband of Bridget (nee Cleary). Loving father of John Lenihan, Eileen Lenihan, and Mary (Bob) Carroll. Loving grandfather of Bobby, Eileen, Joey, and Mary. Fond brother of 11. Uncle of many. Born in Newport, County Mayo, Ireland, Martin worked for 30 years with Peoples Gas. Visitation will be Friday 3 to 8 pm Barr Funeral Home 6222 N Broadway, Chicago. Funeral Sat. meeting directly at St Gertrude Church 1420 W. Granville, Chicago for an 11:00 mass. Interment All Saints Cemetery, Des Plaines For info call 773-743-4034.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 22, 2011.

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Kathy Kiss

July 28, 2011

We just heard the sad news. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Boyd Family

July 23, 2011

Bridie and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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