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Matthew Durkin Obituary

Durkin, Matthew Jude Age 47. Passed away as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident October 2015. Cherished father of Madeline and Reilly Durkin; beloved son of Mary Kay Durkin (nee Riordan) and the late Patrick Durkin (Ret. CFD); loving brother of Eileen (Timothy Ret. CFD) Hunt, Patricia, Maribeth (Michael Ret. CFD) Owcarz, Susan (Patrick) Benson, Michael (Lisa) and Noreen (Gregory) Hannapel; extra special uncle and great-uncle to many nieces and nephews; friend to many. Proud Member IBEW Local 134. Visitation Wednesday 3:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Thursday 10:30 a.m. from the Maher Funeral Home Tinley Park, 7051 W. 171st St. to Queen of Martyrs Church for Mass at 11:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. To sign guestbook visit maherfuneralservices.com. 708-781-9212.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 1, 2017.

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ED & EILEEN CALLAGHAN

August 13, 2017

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

August 2, 2017

My condolences to the entire family. May your memories sustain you during this difficult time. He is in heaven now with our creator. My prayers to all.

Irene Gale Oak forest Il

Rita Kealy

August 2, 2017

Sincere condolences to the Durkin Family during this difficult time. Sending prayers and hugs.

GENEVIEVE MALUSKA

August 1, 2017

Sincerest Sympathy to the Durkin family on the passing of Matthew. U all did the very Best u could do- God Bless U for your family caring. Matthew is in heaven and in Peace in the arms of His Loving God.

Ellen Boyd

August 1, 2017

Patty, I am so sorry to hear about your brother's death. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, as well as many people at Blue Cap.

God Bless,
Ellen Boyd
Blue Cap

August 1, 2017

With my deepest sympathy to the family know that God is a God of comfort. 2 Corinthans 1: 3,4.

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