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Vincent Chirillo Obituary

Chirillo, Vincent M. Age 76. Beloved husband of Carolyn (nee Shirley); loving father of Nancy (Patrick) O'Gorman, and the late Tina Chirillo; devoted grandfather of Margaret O'Gorman; cherished brother of Joseph (Becky) Chirillo, and Charley (Barb) Chirillo; fond uncle of Michelle (Wayne) Nootbar, Stacey Chirillo, Elizabeth (David) Eggering, Benjamin Chirillo, and Stephanie (Mark) Sparrow; great-uncle of Logan, Megan Violet, Will, and Isla; dear friend to many. Retired Local #150 and Cook County Highway Department. Visitation Thursday 3:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Friday 9:15 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to St. Mary Church, Mokena, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Cancer Society, 17060 Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park, IL 60477 would be appreciated. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 14, 2015.

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Donna Farrell

January 22, 2020

Vince was such a fun guy and a good friend to Ralph. I remember him fondly through all of our Squire's Reunion years in Vegas and Laughlin :). Great times!

Always smiling

Rita & Hank Brand

January 23, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to Carol & the Chirillo family. We knew we were going to lose him, but when it actually happens, it is gut wretching.

Who will now relate stories of a half-a -century ago as if they happened yesterday?

He will remain in our hearts & smiles forever.

Rita Brand

January 22, 2015

Friends since high school: Vince, Pete, and Ralph

Ralph Hanson

January 18, 2015

Vince was a wonderful, unique, and fun guy to the many people who knew him. He looked the part of a mafia hit man, but was really anything but! He was usually the guy breaking up a fight (for example, in the old Star Lounge on 79th street), rather than starting one. He loved people and it showed everywhere he went. He would engage people in conversation wherever he met them I understand his funeral drew a huge number of friends reflecting his wide appeal. This included everyone from the guys he worked with to the store clerks he befriended at the local Jewel store, where he shopped. I'm sorry I couldn't be there to hear the stories and hoist a few to Vince at the 'Irish wake' that followed the funeral.

One of Vince's charming ways was his ability to remember and relate in an almost 'stream of consciousness' manner the many experiences and people he had met. Further, he could connect events and people together and reveal detailed personal information surrounding both the people and events almost automatically. There were few 'short' conversations with Vince. He had a childlike curiosity about everything, which was part of his charm. He was one entertaining guy and will be missed by all who knew him.

On the other hand, I was like Carole and the rest of his family and friends in hoping for his passing at the end. Sadly, when there is no 'blue sky' and someone is suffering as he was, this is the only resolution that is humane. We can only hope he is 'on the other side' entertaining and amazing those with him, like he did with us, while we had him.

Cherise

January 14, 2015

I'm sorry for your loss Chirillo family. May you enjoy the many years of fond memories you have of Vincent and allow the peace of God to be with you during this difficult time (Philippians 4:7).

Michelle

January 14, 2015

My sympathies to the family in you loss of Vincent. May God(Psalm83:18)help you to cope during this time of sadness.

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Memorial Events
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Jan

15

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home

9000 West 151st St, Orland Park, IL 60462

Jan

16

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home

9000 West 151st St, Orland Park, IL 60462

Jan

16

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Mary Church

Mokena, IL

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9000 West 151st St, Orland Park, IL 60462

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