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Vincent O'Shea Obituary

O'Shea, Vincent M. Rev. Vincent M. O'Shea O.S.M., a solemn professed friar and priest of the Order of Friar Servants of Mary (Servites)-United States of America Province, died Thursday April 17, 2008 at Little Sisters of the Poor, Chicago, IL. He was 94 years of age and a priest for 70 years. He is the son of the late Patrick and Kathleen (nee Moriarity) O'Shea, beloved brother of Robert (Donna), the late John (the late Alta), the late Richard (Nancy), the late Daniel (Marge), the late Alice (the late Gregory) Minogue and the late Patricia (the late Floyd) Perkins, loving uncle of many nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Monday April 21, 2008 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 7:00 p.m., at Little Sisters of the Poor, 2325 N. Lakewood Ave., Chicago (773-935-9600). Interment will be Tuesday April 22, 2008, in the Servite Section of Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, IL. Friends and family, please meet at interment chapel, 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Servite Friars - USA Province, 3121 W. Jackson Blvd., Chjcago, IL 60612. Arrangements by Ahern Funeral Home, 708-383-5700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21, 2008.

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Mary Schreiber

April 25, 2008

Fr. O'Shea means so much to those of us who knew him at St. Domitilla's and are blessed to have had his friendship.

Jeff Marcello

April 21, 2008

RIP Fr. O'Shea. We enjoyed your company at St. Domitilla, and it will never be forgotten.

James and Colleen Sheehan

April 20, 2008

To Father Jim, who married my parents, James and Isabelle Sheehan, and eventually buried my father. Proud member of a great Irish-American family. May Jesus call your name and welcome you to everlasting Glory. Pray for us; we'll pray for you!

Michael Ploski

April 20, 2008

Rest in eternal peace Father. You brought inspiration and Love of God and family to many, thank-you for your service.

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