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Timothy Kavanaugh Obituary

Kavanaugh, Timothy A. Age 62, late of New Lenox formerly of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away at his home on April 4, 2012 with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Corky (nee Atwood) Kavanaugh; loving father of Kristina, Kelley and Kasey Kavanaugh; dearest son of Dolores (nee McGrath) Kavanaugh and the late Gerard Kavanaugh; fond brother of Susan Kavanaugh, Karen (Frank) Gregory, Gerri (John) Bramfeld, Kevin (Denise) Kavanaugh, Terese (Kent) Hallgren, Kathy (Louis) Truffa, John Kavanaugh and Mary (Kenny) Padizor; cherished grandfather of Destiny and Devin Kavanaugh and many nieces and nephews. Tim was a Boilermaker for Local #1 in Chicago, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps serving in Vietnam, a member of the American Legion post #1977 in New Lenox and the Sportsman Club in Manteno. Family will receive friends at the Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 102 E. Francis Rd. New Lenox, IL 60451 on Monday, April 9, 2012 from 3 until 8 PM. Funeral service on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at 11:00am in the funeral home chapel, Interment will follow to Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. For info. 815-485-3200 or www.kurtzmemorialchapel.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 8, 2012.

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Denny Crowley

April 2, 2022

We have fond memories of our good times together in Macomb. Rest In Peace brother.

Denny Crowley

April 2, 2019

Fondly remembering Tim on this day.

Brandy

May 23, 2012

Aunt Corky, Kristina, Kelley, Kasey, Destiny and Little Dev.... My thoughts are with you all. I am here if you need anything at all. He will always be in out hearts, minds and cherished memories. Love you all very much.

April 14, 2012

Corky,

If the bond between two people is strong, even death cannot do them apart. At Least you have beautiful memories to look back to.

We are so sorry for your loss.

Love, Dan O. and Mandi B.

Denny Crowley

April 10, 2012

We made lasting memories in Macomb and beyond. Tim and family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

April 9, 2012

Some people you could always depend on, Tim was one of them. Semper Fidelis. Spuds.

April 8, 2012

Tim, you were a great Boilermaker and a friend to all who knew you. You will be missed.
John Skermont

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