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Peter Murtaugh Obituary
Murtaugh, Peter J. age 85, beloved husband of the late Katherine (nee Lenahan), devoted father of Barbara and Peter T. (Pamela) Murtaugh, loving grandfather of Matthew and Maxwell, dear brother of Lucille Boyce and the late Catherine Dempsey, Jean Franks, Rosemary Cahillane, and George, Thomas and James Murtaugh, found uncle of many, dear friend of Ruth Hammersmark. Funeral Tuesday, 9:15 a.m., from Kenny Bros. Funeral Home, 3600 W. 95th St., to St. Bernadette Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. In memory of Peter, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. For service info: 708-425-4500 or 773-239-3600. 
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Donna Casteel
October 30, 2006
Barb & P.T.
We were so sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and hearts are with you.
Donna Casteel (Swiedals - Theresa & Stan)
Kathy Zika
October 30, 2006
Barb and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With my Deepest Sympathy for the loss of your Father.
Kathy Zika
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