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Richard Heffernan Obituary

Heffernan, Richard loving husband of Margaret (nee Speer), dearest father of Michele, Laure and Kara Heffernan, and beloved stepfather of Dawn (John) Healy and Mary (David) Grecek, devoted grandfather of Charlie and Jackie Healy and David Grecek, dear brother of James (Linda), Edmond (Barbara) and Robert (Lisa), fond uncle of many. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m. and Monday, 8 a.m. until time of funeral, 9 a.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 5917 W. Irving Park Rd., Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. at Old St. Patrick Church, 718 W. Adams St., Chicago. In lieu of flowers, donations to Lungevity Foundation, 3715 N. Richmond St., Chicago, Il, 60618. For funeral info., 773-777-3944 or www.gibbonsfuneralhomes.net. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Dec. 28 to Dec. 29, 2002.

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paul & Zelda johnson

January 2, 2003

Marge, We were so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was a wonderful person. Love

John and Jo Murphy

December 30, 2002

Heffernan Family -- we share your loss and sorrow. Dick will be greatly missed but we have many memories of fabulous times together to console us. I'm sure you all have heard the tall tales of hunting and fishing trips with the Irish Setters and Roger the Dodger. Our prayers are with you.

Leslie Foley

December 29, 2002

Margie - Dick was a very gentle man - I am sorry for your loss and ours. Love, Leslie

RAY POCZEKAJ

December 29, 2002

Marge: To you and the rest of the Heffernan family, sorry for your loss. Ray Poczekaj

Frank & Arlene O'Connor

December 28, 2002

Our thoughts are with you today sharing this great loss.

Corky & Carl DeStefano

December 28, 2002

Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You

In Sincere Sympathy.

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