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Michael Rainsford Obituary

Rainsford, Michael J. 73, born in Doon, Co. Limerick, Ireland. Beloved husband for 48 years of Kathleen (nee Jennings), loving father of Mary Ann (Ron) Spitzer, James, Kathy, Joan, Rita (Bob Flynn), Liz (Jim) Schick, Mike, Sean (Denise), cherished papa of Kyle, Kevin, Ronald III, Jessica, Joey, Jacqueline, Katelyn and Meghan, dear brother of Joanie, Martin, Frank, Betty, Mary, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews all over the world. Funeral Saturday, 8:45 a.m. from the Thompson & Kuenster Funeral Home, 5570 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn, to St. Gerald Church for mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. Proud member of Ironworkers Local #1. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Gerald, Raise the Roof Campaign, 9310 S. 55th Ct., Oak Lawn, IL, 60453, would be greatly appreciated. 708-425-0500.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28, 2006.

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John Gonczy

May 4, 2006

To the Rainsford family, my sincere condolences as you mourn the loss of Mr. Rainsford. You are all in my prayers.

Georgeann Georges

April 28, 2006

Dear Joan, Jacqueline, Katelyn,

Denise and entire Rainsford family



I was sorry to learn about the passing of your Father and Grandfather --- no one can replace the love of a Father for his children. But he taught you to have a strong work ethic, to be independent and to be confident.

These traits will take you to a time when the sad thoughts of today are replaced by great memories of times shared. I will be keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.



With sympathy,

Georgeann Georges

Christopher Fleming

April 28, 2006

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

breeda o'keeffe

April 27, 2006

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

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