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Thomas Osborne Obituary

Osborne, Thomas D. Loving husband of Marilyn, nee Roberts for 41 years; Beloved father of Michael (Stephanie), Daniel (Mary Lu), Katie (Tim) Harrigan, and P.J.; Dear grandpa of Sean, Colin, Jack and Abigail Osborne, Timothy, Grace, Colin, and Molly Harrigan; Fond brother of Theresa (Dennis) Riordan, Stephen (Karen), and Robert Osborne; Beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews, and friend to many. Proud member of Local 597 Pipefitters Union; Graduate of Leo High School and Loyal supporter of Brother Rice High School; Devoted baseball and football coach, and loyal Holy Name member in St. Denis Parish for many years. Visitation Monday 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, 9:45 a.m. from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge to St. Christina Church, 11005 S. Homan Ave., Chicago. Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Private. For funeral info 708-422-2700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 17, 2012.

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Bernard Walsh

June 25, 2012

Sincerest condolences to the Osborne Family. I remember Mr. Osborne's boundless enthusiam for St. Denis Parish and for all the families. He was a such a great guy to have as a coach. He always loved coaching the children of the Parish and being involved in support of athletics. Everyone at St. Denis was lucky to have him in the Parish. So sorry to hear of his passing.

Rita Walsh

June 23, 2012

So sorry to hear about the loss of Tom. He was a very caring man and I will always remember him for trying to help my boys in St Denis football. They played for St Denis and then went to public school. Tom tried to include him in St Danis but was denied. He made me proud to know him.

Brianna Burns

June 19, 2012

I am so sorry for the loss of Tom. I will miss his warm hugs and great laugh on our visits down to Chicago. Sorry I could not be there yesterday, I send my best wishes your way for the weeks and months to come. <3 you all

Tom Bianciotto

June 19, 2012

My condolences to the Osborne family. To us growing up at Fernwood Park, he was Tommy Osborne. Over the years we rarely saw each other but when we did he always had the warm greeting of a great smile. I saw him not so long ago at County Fair, and I can still see that smile.

George Wickey

June 19, 2012

Mrs. Osborne, Mike, Dan, Katie and PJ:

I'm truly sorry for your loss. I regret that I will be unable to attend the services but you are all in my thoughts. Mr. Osborne was truly a great guy and I have fond memories of him from my childhood when we were neighbors.

Joanne Graf

June 18, 2012

Marilyn and Family, it was truly an honor to be a part of the St. Denis and Osborne family. Tom was one of the greatest people put on this earth. He was always there for what ever needed to be done. He will always be remembered for the imprint he has left on his awesome family, friends and community. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Al & Joanne Graf

June 18, 2012

Tom was a Good Friend and a Great Coach.
He will be Missed Very Much.

BILL Ducky Richardson

Ruswick Family

June 18, 2012

To Marilyn and Family we extend our deepest condolences. Tom was simply the nicest man, one who loved his family deeply, and the best friend anyone could ask for. He will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him, but he leaves behind a wonderful legacy in all of you. We have so many memories of him, and they are all wonderful and filled with the best of times...something we will always cherish. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers, as you have been during the last few difficult months. Thank you for sharing him with us!

Love,
The Ruswick's

Terri Nielson

June 18, 2012

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. He will be missed by all those around him. He touched the lives of so many. I am very sorry for your loss.

Love,
Terri Nielson (Graf)

Andy Spalding chicago new const insp.

June 18, 2012

Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...my thouhts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

June 18, 2012

Tom was a really great guy. We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers. May your memories give you comfort.

The Burns Family - Franklin, WI

Valerie Kobel-Collopy

June 18, 2012

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I cannot think of St. Denis moments without thinking how much fun our families had together after basketball games. He will truly be missed. Please take comfort in the knowledge that he touched so many lives in a positive way. I am so sorry for your loss, but so glad to have known your father.

Love,
Val Collopy (Kobel) and family

Dan Osborne

June 17, 2012

To all who have expressed their sympathy and condolences, thank you as the whole Osborne family truly appreciates it. The best guidance I can provide to all would be is to strive to be the best husband, father, friend and/or role model that you can be. As that is exactly what Tom did, each and every day. Thank you.

Best,
Dan Osborne

June 17, 2012

You will all continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Noonan and Bussler families

Dan Osborne

June 17, 2012

For those of you who knew my Dad and sent kind words and condolences, my family thanks you. The best tribute you can pay him is to be the best father, friend, and /or role model you can be to your loved ones...as that is exactly is what he did.
Thanks. Dan Osborne

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