Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Cooney Funeral Home - Chicago

3918 West Irving Park Road

Chicago, Illinois

Patrick Foley Obituary

Foley, Patrick Joseph

Patrick Joseph Foley, 92, slept peacefully away on January 18, 2022 surrounded by his children. Pat was married to the late Madonna (Meegan) for 65 years, and is survived by his nine children; Mary, Colleen (Ed), Brigid (Tim), Suzanne (John), Brian (Colleen), Maureen "Momo" (Jim), Kevin, Patrick "Packy", and Michael (Melissa); his 20 grandchildren, Kim, Katie, Brad, Danny, Brian, Ryan, Timmy, Matthew "Bubba", Julie, Theresa, Colleen, Meghan, Danny, Grace, Moira, Tara, Tricia, Riley, Kyle, and Evan; his 9 great-grandchildren, Kiely, James, Thea, Charlie, Leo, Janie, Agnes, Gavin, and Molly; his sisters-in-law, Margaret Meegan and Therese Dion; his brother-in-law, Jack Quigley; his nieces and nephews, and many wonderful and caring friends. His late parents, Thomas and Emily, raised Pat, his late brother, James (Corinne), and his late sister, Ruth (Jack) Quigley in Chicago. He attended De La Salle High School and went on to graduate from DePaul University before serving as a Marine in the Korean War. One of his favorite pastimes was attending the games of his favorite sports teams, the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Blackhawks. He will be remembered for his honesty, integrity and humility, as well as his great sense of humor and his joy for life. He lived and loved so well. A memorial service will take place in the Spring. Arrangements by Cooney Funeral Home.

Sign Guest Book at legacy.suntimes.com

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

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 21, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Foley

Sponsored by Chicago Sun-Times.

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

Kerri Andersen

January 22, 2022

Pat and Donna were wonderful, loving neighbors of my parents for many years. Our Christian sympathies to his whole family.

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in Patrick Foley's name

Memorial Events
for Patrick Foley

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.

Funeral services provided by:

Cooney Funeral Home - Chicago

3918 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL 60618

How to support Patrick'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 Patrick Foley'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