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Timothy O'Hern Obituary

O'Hern, Timothy F. suddenly, beloved husband of Colleen (nee Chlopowicz), devoted father of Bridget, Jessica, Jeff (Terry) and John (Lindsay), loving grandfather of nine, dear brother of Thomas, George (Ingrid) and Donna (Bob) McIntyre, uncle of many. Visitation at the Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday. Service 8:00 p.m. Proud member of Local 130 Plumbers Union. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Neighborhood Boys and Girls Club, 2501 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago 60618, would be appreciated, 773-588-5850.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 13 to Apr. 14, 2008.

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Maureen Swake

May 1, 2008

Dear Colleen and family,
It is with heartfelt sympathy that I extend my condolences to you and your family. I became aware of the sudden loss of Tim from a notice at WTTW, where you had worked with me all those many years ago. Having met Tim, he struck me as a good husband and father. I was not able to contact you as I no longer have your phone number. Please give me a call at WTTW during the day and let me know how you are coping. I think of you quite often and was shocked to see the notice on the bulletin board at WTTW. I am extremely sorry for your loss. Please contact me as I'd love to speak to you.
Yours in friendship,
Maureen Swake (X2470)

Roberta Bole

April 27, 2008

Dear Colleen, Jessica & Bridget,
We were so sorry to hear the sudden loss of your husband/father. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We will put your family on our church prayerlist as well. With Deepest Sympathy,
Roberta, Phil, Kaytee, Margaret & Ben Bole

Brian Sheldon

April 17, 2008

Dear Colleen and Family,
I did not know your husband. I might have met him once or twice but, from what your brother has said about him he must have been quite a guy. He had the good sense to marry you! Please accept my deepest sympathy and forward them to the rest of your family.

Don Trush

April 15, 2008

Colleen and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Cynthia McGlynn

April 15, 2008

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. The service was beautiful.

I can't stop thinking of the trip Tom, Tim & I made down to Texas to see you & Tim and how much fun we had. I have many fond memories of that trip to Galveston and the shark attack! I'm sure Tim is laughing at that memory too.

Love you,

Charlie Webster

April 14, 2008

Colleen and family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and all your family. I worked with Tim and will greatly miss him. He was a class act all the way and had a great sense of humor. I'm glad I had the chance to meet him and wish more people were as decent. I'm very sorry for all of your loss

Rosemary Sullivan

April 14, 2008

Dear Colleen and Family, I am a friend of Christine and just wanted to tell you how sorry I was to hear of Tim's passing. You all will be in my prayers.

Janice and Chuck Degand

April 14, 2008

Dear Colleen, Bridget and Jessica,
We were shocked and saddened to hear the news about Tim. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry we cannot be with you during this sad time. Our deepest sympathies are with each of you.
Love,

laura Krottner

April 14, 2008

Britget, I am so soory to hear about your dad, if you ned any thng at all just let me no and ill be here for you

April 14, 2008

Colleen, Jessica and Family,

We were saddened by the news of Tim's passing. You will be in our prayers.

The Rileys
Kathy and Mandy

Terri Santiago

April 14, 2008

To Colleen, Bridget and Jessica,

We just do not know why God chooses to take our loved ones to Heaven when He does. We are so sorry for your loss and for the way it occurred. Tim was a good guy. Although he had his own emotional and physical battles on earth, as we all do, these battles have all been won now. He is now peaceful and safe in God's arms. He has only JOY to feel. Please let it comfort you and ease your pain to know that he has received his inheritance promised to him by The Father-an eternity of LOVE, PEACE and the earned priviledge to walk the streets of gold and gaze upon the crystal blue waters of the kingdom of glory. He is now the angel of your hearts. Feel free to talk to him, cry with him, laugh with him and just think about him. This will keep him close and honor him. Visualize the beauty he exists in at this time. This can help heal the wounds of loss and give you hope for the future when you are reunited in Heaven. I lost my Daddy suddenly when I was in my twenties and all that I spoke to you of here gave me serious Comfort and Peace and eventually, even Joy. That which does not kill us can only make us stronger. Colleen, Bridget and Jessica, we love you all. Tim, we love you and we will miss you and we are looking forward to seeing you again in the place of eternal and awesome beauty.

With Love, Hugs & Prayers,

Terri & Freddy Santiago &

Yovani & Jesus x o x o x o x

MaryFrances (Babe) Simpson

April 14, 2008

Colleen and family, My deepest sympathy to you and your family upon the loss of your loved one. May you take comfort and strength in knowing that others care and share in your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Joe Rauch

April 14, 2008

My friend Tim Chlopowicz informed me of your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Brian Jakubiak

April 13, 2008

To Colleen, Bridget, Jessica and family. Tim was a great man, a great husband, father, friend, and brother. He will be truly missed, and he will be with all of us forever. There will always be fond memories of him everywhere we go. He will be talked about for the rest of our lives.

Mike Ruehl

April 13, 2008

Colleen and family, I didn't know Tim very well only meeting him a few times once at Johns bachelor party years ago and recently at the family Christmas party. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time and Tims memory will live in our hearts and thoughts forever. My deepest sympathies to you, your children, family and friends.

BOB AND CAROL HAYSLIP

April 13, 2008

COLLEEN,CAROL AND I OFFER OUR SYMPATHIES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I AM IN MINNEAPOLIS, TRAVELLING ON BUSINESS, CAROL IS AT HOME IN FLORIDA.HOWEVER OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Mike and Joan Grillaert

April 13, 2008

Colleen, family and friends, Our deepest sympathies to you and yours. Tim will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him. May it comfort you to know he will live on through his children and grandchildren with memories and fun times shared together. Our love and prayers are with you all. Love, Mike and Joan Grillaert

Tom Debbie Abby Theodore

April 13, 2008

Hi Collen; Sorry to her about your lose and were not able to come down,our thought and prayer are with you.
Tom and Deb Abby

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