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Richard Degnan Obituary

Degnan, Richard Francis "Dick" passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2011. Beloved and devoted husband of 44 years of Mary Letitia "Tish" (nee Wren), loving father of Francis John (Therese Spalla), Ruth Marie (Timothy) Guest, Amy Irene (Bradley) Gempeler, and Nora Thesese Degnan, cherished Papa of Timothy, Liam, Ellie, Lucy, Jacob, Sara and Benjamin, dear brother of Timothy Francis (Sandra), Patrick Francis and Robert Timothy (Kathleen) Degnan, lovingly remembered by Martina Spalla, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will meet Thursday at Old St. Patrick's Church, 700 W. Adams (Chicago) for a viewing 9:00 a.m. till time of Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations to Horizons Hospice 312-733-8900 will be deeply appreciated. Visitation Wednesday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 W. 31st St. (Chicago) 312-225-8500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 1, 2011.

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March 6, 2011

Tish and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers, God bless you at this time of sorrow.
Joan Stenson.

March 4, 2011

Dear Tish, Fran, Amy, Nora, Ruth:
Dick was the most amazing, gentle, wonderful guy and he will be missed by so many of us. Take comfort in knowing the impact he made on the lives of all of us who knew him.
Our hearts go out to you,
Sonja Moskalik & Jim Roper

Sandra Argento

March 3, 2011

Fran & Family:
Sorry to hear about your dad, I just found out. I know how difficult this is. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God Bless all of you.
Love cousin Sandra & Marty

March 2, 2011

Ruth- Many prayers for your entire family! - Patti Swain Stark

Rosemarie Liberti

March 2, 2011

Fran and Family:
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. We are not in town but our thoughts are with you. Keep your memories of him close to you. Love cousins Tom and Rosemarie Liberti

March 2, 2011

May God bless your family in this time of sorrow. Richard will be in my prayers.
Bill Gaucher-Classmate of Bob

Rita Spalla

March 1, 2011

Tish, the story he told me about his Italian Sauce will be a smiling memory finished by 8 O'Clock Italian Roast in the purple bag,will be a cherished memory.
May you find peace at this difficult time. He was such a sweet man. Rita Spalla

Cathy Earullo

March 1, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Larry Bernas

March 1, 2011

My sympathy and prayers to the Degnan Family

Liz Lunk-Wise

March 1, 2011

Tish and family...I am so sorry for your loss. Although it's been many years, I fondly remember Dick and all the good times we all had together.

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