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Thomas Monahan Obituary

Monahan, Thomas F. age 91, WWII Navy Veteran, longtime resident of Beverly, beloved husband of Pauline (nee Vukadin), devoted father of Mary Jean (Joe) O'Malley, Kathy (Kevin) Connor, and Patti (Kurt) Diana, proud grandfather of Laura, Danny, Brian, and Matt Connor, and Mike, Katie, and Carolyn Diana, brother of the late Mary (the late Emmett) O'Connell. Thomas was a 1940 graduate of the University of Notre Dame. Retired President of Sears Bank and First National Bank of Skokie. Funeral Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. from Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave., to St. Cajetan Church, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Monday, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Little Company of Mary Hospice. Info 773-238-0075. Sign guest book at www.donnellanfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2009.

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Don Whetstone

March 21, 2009

Dear Pauline,
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Tom. I worked with Tom for 10 years at Sears Bank and even though he was a tough task master, I always had great respect for him. I remember that if Notre Dame lost their football game on Saturday, it was not going to be a pleasant Monday at the bank. He loved Notre Dame. May God be with you in your time of loss.

Judy Callaghan

February 25, 2009

Dear Mary and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I lost my mom four years ago and know how difficult losing a parent can be. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Judy Jurgens

Mary Kay Wall Latz

February 25, 2009

Mary and Kathy
I am so sorry to learn of the death of your Dad. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Mary Kay Wall Latz

Carol Zydek

February 23, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I have no fonder memories than those I shared through my teenage years with Tom and Pauline. He is in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathy to your whole family. Love, Carol

Fr. Ed Pelrine

February 22, 2009

Dear Patti:

My prayers and sympathy to you and your mom on the death of your Dad. I remember him and your Mom from my time at St. Cajetan's. I will remember him at mass and pray that he will be welcomed into the joy of heaven. I also pray for you and your family as you face your loss.

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