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Norbert Handley Obituary
Handley, Norbert J. Retired CPD, beloved husband of the late Mary (nee Fegan), loving father of Michael (Sue), Mary Pat (Joe) Ebervein, Jim, Eileen (Joe) Curtis and Cathy (Bob) Wittmann, grandfather of ten, great-grandfather of one. Visitation at the Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge, Wednesday, from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, 9:15 a.m., to St. Tarcissus Church, 6020 W. Ardmore, Chicago. Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Rosehill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Heart of a Marine Foundation, P.O. Box 1732, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 would be appreciated. For Info: www.cooneyfuneralhome.com or 847-685-1002. 
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Marylyn Ahlfeld
October 26, 2007
It is hard to believe that a year has passed since Norm left for a better place. I pray that he watches over his grandson, Joe USMC and Joe comes back safe and sound. Love and prayers to all the family, Marylyn Ahlfeld
Colette Howard
May 7, 2007
Dear Cathy and family, I was sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I'm glad I got to see him at my Auntie Mary's b-day. He will be missed, but good to know he's home with your mom.
Marylyn Ahlfeld
November 1, 2006
To Norm's children and grandchildren, I wish to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your father and grandfather. I will miss seeing his forwarded emails. I once sent him one, saying "Is this you Norm?" and it was. Norm was always cheerful but we all know how much he missed your mom. You all can be proud of his long and fine Chicago Police career. God bless you all. Sincerely, Marylyn Ahlfeld
Bob Trumbo
November 1, 2006
Norb: Rest in Peace old, old friend. My condolences to all of the Handley family.
Karl Walter
November 1, 2006
Norm will be missed at the M.O.S.S.luncheons. My condolences to his family. My prayers are with you.
Karl Walter
Ted Kozak
October 31, 2006
Norb will be missed at the Firehouse. I am glad to have had been there to listen to his stories!
George L Lennartz, Ret.Det. CPD
October 31, 2006
Norm: You will be missed by your family and friends, We express our sympathy to them. You will be in our prayers.
Cori Freking
October 31, 2006
I had the privilege and pleasure of knowing Norm (and Mary) Handley through St. Henry's Church. Norm was a natural at telling stories about Chicago, and he was a true gentleman. You will be missed!
Chris Auffrey
October 31, 2006
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
LISA KOZAK
October 31, 2006
MY LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIME. I HAVE KNOWN NORB FOR OVER 40 YRS. AND HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL.
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