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Thomas O'Connor Obituary

O'Connor, Thomas J. beloved husband of the late Louise (nee Rossdeutcher), loving father of Thomas (Patti), Daniel, Tim, LPD (Carol) and the late James "Jimmy", CPD, beloved son of the late Elizabeth Oberbillig and the late Charles and Catherine Purtell, son-in-law of Martha and the late Herman Rossdeutcher, fond grandfather of Kevin (Jenifer), Anthony, Sarah, Brandi and "PJ", dear brother of the late Robert (Darlene) and Ronald Purtell, brother-in-law of Charles and Donald Rossdeutcher, fond uncle of many. Funeral Wednesday, 8:30 a.m., from Columbian Chapels (Cappetta-DiCanio Directors), 6901 W. Belmont, Chicago, to Our Lady Mother of the Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Entombment All Saints Mausolem. Visitation Tuesday, 2 to 9 p.m. Member of Teamsters Local Union #710 and North Austin Boys Club. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Police Chaplain Ministry, 1140 W. Jackson, Chicago, IL 60607. Info: 877-342-2646. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8, 2003.

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The Consalvo Family

April 30, 2003

We knew Mr. O'Connor and his family from North Austin. He will be greatly missed.



The Consalvo Family

chris wendorf coleman

April 7, 2003

Dear Dan and family,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. It's been many years since I have seen you but I wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my prayers. Your parents were always very nice when I called. May God take care of you and your family.

Sincerely,

Chris Wendorf Coleman

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