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1935

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2019

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Thomas McGannon Obituary

McGannon, Thomas H. February 21, 2019, age 83. Late of Tinley Park, Illinois, formerly of Homewood. Beloved husband of Marilyn M. McGannon (nee Luby); dear father of Michael McGannon, Mary Therese (Thomas) Villano, Patrick (Jill) McGannon, Timothy (Elena) McGannon, Kevin (Gwen) McGannon and Kathleen McGannon; cherished grandfather of Sean, Ryan, Kyle, Daniel, Annabel and Orla McGannon, Matthew and Meghan Villano; loving brother of William (Marjorie) McGannon and Lucille Shanahan; survived by many nieces and nephews. Resting at the Tews-Ryan Funeral Home, 18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, Friday, March 1, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of prayers at 10:30 a.m. Funeral Mass 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, 17951 Dixie Hwy., Homewood. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials to Lighthouse for the Blind or American Cancer Society would be appreciated. www.tews-ryanfh.com or 708-798-5300.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 24, 2019.

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Rachel Agustin

February 28, 2019

Sending all our love and prayers. So very sorry about your loss. May the angels above rejoice for his homecoming.

God bless,
Rachel and Walden Agustin

Paul and Elizabeth Rupprecht

February 28, 2019

He was a role model for students and faculty. A superb presenter of Math instruction, an excellent Department Chairman and a gentleman.

AILEEN BROWN

February 28, 2019

Sending all our love during this difficult time.

Scott Bryan

February 27, 2019

Praying Gods blessings and peace during this difficult time for your family. His son Patrick is in our Mens Small Group and is a shining example of his earthly father And his Heavenly Father to all who meets and know him.

Kye Stockwell

February 26, 2019

I remember his gentle smile and kind ways. My heart is heavy for all of you.

February 25, 2019

In loving memory of one of the most genuine and kind Uncles. I will miss you always.

February 24, 2019

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

February 24, 2019

My sincere condolences for your loss of dear Thomas. May GOD comfort you and heal your broken hearts. Ps. 147:3.
CP., La.

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Memorial Events
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Mar

1

Reposing

9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Tews-Ryan Funeral Home

18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, IL 60430

Mar

1

Prayer Service

10:30 a.m.

Tews-Ryan Funeral Home

18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, IL 60430

Mar

1

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Joseph Church

17951 Dixie Hwy., Homewood, IL

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18230 S. Dixie Hwy., Homewood, IL 60430

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