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Patrick O'Kelly Obituary
O'Kelly Jr., Patrick J. age 78, Veteran of WWII, US Marine Corps, beloved husband of the late Elizabeth "Betty" (nee Peterson), formerly of Chicago, IL, and Treavor, WI, passed away April 3rd, at Desert Cove Nursing Facility in Chandler, AZ, loving father of Michael (Diana) and the late Timothy (Susan), proud grandfather of Sean, Mark, Brian, Michael Jr., Emily and T.J. and great-grandfather of Mark Jr., and Heather, fond brother of Mary Eileen Bosshart, Henrietta "Joan" (late Richard) McLoughlin, Sister Mary Karen, Lillian Cummings and the late John (Edith), late Elizabeth (late Joseph) Minich, late Bernard (Betty) O'Kelly, dear uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews and a cherished friend to many. Family and friends will gather at St. Joseph Cemetery, April 24th, at 10:30 a.m., for a Memorial Service. Service and Arrangements by: John J. Minich, Funeral Director, 773-582-6294To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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David Farr
May 10, 2004
Memories of good times in days gone by will always be with me. Dave
Rodger Peterson
April 26, 2004
Pat, We have many memories of good times together going back the time we were little kids on the block. I'll never forget you.
Brian O'Kelly
April 22, 2004
Where ever you are, I hope you're at peace.
Sean O'Kelly
April 22, 2004
Miss you grandpa. Love ya.
Emily O'Kelly
April 21, 2004
Even though i knew my grandpa for a short while he was a great grandpa and i am happy i met him. Love always Emily.
Michael O'Kelly
April 21, 2004
Love you dad.
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