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Thomas McGlade Obituary

McGlade, Thomas A. age 68, beloved husband of Joyce A. (nee Stahl), loving father of Thomas M. (Denise M.) and the late James E., devoted grandfather of James, Kaitlin and Jeffrey, fond brother of Dorothy J. (the late Raymond) Bartels and Norene L. (the late Robert) Lethert, dear brother-in-law of Donald (Darlene) and Raymond Stahl, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday, October 19, 10:30 a.m., at The Park Ridge Presbyterian Church, Crescent & Lincoln Sts., Park Ridge. Interment Irving Park Cemetery. Visitation 3 to 9 p.m., Friday, at Ryan-Parke Funeral Home, 120 S. Northwest Hwy., (2 blks. S. of Touhy), Park Ridge. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Capitol Building Fund at the Park Ridge Presbyterian Church. www.ryan- parke.com Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Oct. 17 to Oct. 18, 2002.

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Mary and Tracy Hager

October 24, 2002

Dear Joyce, Tracy and I wish to offer you our deepest sympathy. We love you and will keep you in our prayers. Please call whenever you need to talk. I'll come to Chicago if you need me. Our love to Tom and his family. We pray for them as well. Love you, Mary

Earl Carlson

October 23, 2002

The pleasure of renewing our high school friendship at our 50th reunion in September has been replaced by the loss of an old acquaintance. God bless you, your wife and your family.

Salata Family

October 21, 2002

Dear Joyce and family:

We are very sorry to have heard of Tom's passing. We wish your family peace and strength at this difficult time.

The Salata Family (your Mom's neighbors on Kolmar)

Robert Buckley

October 20, 2002

Joyce and Family:

I am so saddend by Tom's death. I wish I had taken more time to be with you two to enjoy the warmth and Irish wit of the Mc Glades. Judy and Kelly join me in wishing you our condolences on your loss.

THE BUCKLEYS

Donna Overacker

October 19, 2002

Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how close you were to your dad. My prayers are with you and Denise and the children.

Joseph Gilham

October 18, 2002

Stand tall Tom, during this time.

Its a burden every offspring must one day face. Its part of the eternal cycle, but it never gets easy, and it should not be.

Hold the faith.



Joseph Gilham.

The Staff of Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

October 18, 2002

Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.

Terry/Kathy Mihlbauer

October 17, 2002

Joyce & Family--We were so sorry to hear about Tom. He was such a great guy--all of the girls at the round table at Granny's always enjoyed him. We sure will miss seeing him. Our prayers and support are with you.

Cal and Shirley Maurer

October 17, 2002

Dear Joyce and Family: Our hearts are heavy..He was one warm, caring and beautiful person..We send our prayers..the Lord will grand you His comfort..and I know Tom is up there telling his great storie. With our sympathy and love, Shirley & Cal. .

Debra Kern

October 17, 2002

My heart-felt condolences to the family of Thomas A. McGlade.

jean wallner

October 17, 2002

Dear Joyce,

Such very sad news!

Sending my heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you.

love, Jean

Art & Nancy Deschamps

October 17, 2002

We have shared many wonderful times with Tom. He will be greatly missed-we are better for knowing him. With deepest regrets, Nancy & Art

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