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William Degnan Obituary

Degnan, William Joseph 89 years old, beloved patriarch of his cherished family, died on Saturday, June 28, 2008. Born December 8, 1918 in Chicago, IL. to John and Margaret Degnan (nee Turpel), loving husband of 58 years to the late Dorothy Ann Degnan (nee Kiefer), fond brother of Dorothy Bahr, Bernice Workman, Marcella Degnan, John Degnan and Patricia Degnan who have all preceded him in death, brother-in-law to Lurleen "Lynn" Kiefer, adored father of Patricia Louise (Thomas) DiSilvio, Judith Ann (Thomas) Lukaszewski, William Steven (Anita Smyth), Thomas Joseph (Dianne Tramutola), Margaret Mary (Patrick) Gustafson, Dorothy Joan (Michael) Pecak, Mary Lucille (Thomas) Neal, Michael John (Sheila Hogan), Daniel Francis (Marianne Rodwell), Laura Lynn (Michael) Garrity, Kathleen Nora (David) Rodwell, Monica Lois (Steven) Hobler and Matthew Anthony, preceded in death by his respected son-in-law Salvatore M. DeAngelo (Judith Ann), cherished grandson Michael Thomas Degnan and second wife Lorraine (nee Schmidt), proud grandfather of 43 grandchildren: Thomas DiSilvio, Clare DiSilvio Binder (Curt), Peter DiSilvio (Mary Ellen), Salvatore DeAngelo (Janice), Joseph DeAngelo, James DeAngelo, William Joseph Degnan II (Judith), Eileen Degnan Moore (Edward) Jonathon Degnan, Thomas Degnan, Tiffany Degnan, Tara Degnan, Timothy Kast, Patricia Kast, Daniel Kast, Charles Kast, Brion Gustafson, Michael Pecak (Katia), Matthew Pecak (Michelle), Sean Neal, Jane Neal, Michael Degnan, Nora Degnan, Lauren Degnan, Jennifer Degnan, Monika Degnan, Kerry Degnan, Michele Degnan, Maeve Degnan, Alexandra Degnan, Daniel Degnan, Nicholas Degnan, Mary Kate Degnan, Megan Garrity, Molly Garrity, David Rodwell, Andrew Rodwell, Allison Rodwell, Jordan Degnan, Jessica Degnan, Hannah Degnan, Elizabeth Degnan and Madison Degnan, delighted great-grandfather of 12 great-grandchildren: Jack and James DiSilvio, Luke and Ian Binder, Salvatore and John DeAngelo, Dana, William, Laine and James Degnan, Kayla Horne, and Edward Moore, uncle to many nieces and nephews. Veteran of WWII and served in Europe with the Forty Second Rainbow Division of the US Army. Fifty year member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America. Visitation Wednesday, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m., at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge. Funeral will be held on Thursday, July 3rd, at 9:00 a.m., to St. Matthias Church, 2310 W. Ainslie, Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Evanston, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Matthias Church. For info 847-685-1002.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jun. 30 to Jul. 1, 2008.

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Mary Ellen Huber

April 27, 2009

Just found this...so sorry for the delay.
I think of the Degnans and our great memories. We`d love to hear from Pat & Tom.
The last ALumnae was ended last year. (at last)missed seeing you there.

Cathleen Carolan

October 1, 2008

Dear Mary,
I just read about your dad's death in the Alvernia newsletter. I'm sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of growing up with your family at both St. Matthias and Alvernia. My parents always thought so highly of your dad and really enjoyed his friendship. What an amazing life he led!!

Bonnie Fritz

July 22, 2008

Dear Laura and family,
Some memories go way back. Hold on to yours and be comforted.

Marian (Lynch) Benson

July 7, 2008

Dear Laura and Degnan Family,

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Your Father was a wonderful man.

Sincerely,

Paul Kiefer

July 3, 2008

Dear Degnan Family -
I am sorry for your loss - one of the nicest things I remember about Uncle Bill was when my dad died, he came over to the house after the funeral and over some beers talked about the good memories he had of Butch. I wish I could have been there to do the same for Uncle Bill - he was a great guy and touched my life and I am better for him.

susan sicks

July 2, 2008

Dear Degnan cousins,

We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Bill's death. He was one of the best uncles ever. I remember so many times talking and laughing with him. Although there were so many of you, he always had time to talk and joke with one more child.
We will continue to pray for him and all of you.

Love, Susan Worny Sicks

John F. Kelleher

July 2, 2008

Dear Degnan Family,

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. He was a great and considerate man. I hope your sadness passes soon.

Bryan Buford

July 2, 2008

Monica and family,

Our deepest sympathy in your time of grief. Your dad was a wonderful man and brought joy to many people. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Bryan and Andrea Buford

Mike Foerster

July 2, 2008

Dear Degnan family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

John (Spanky) and Becky Walowski

July 2, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Michelle Dudley

July 2, 2008

To Tom and Diane Degnan and family: You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Love,
Michelle

Nora Jones

July 2, 2008

Dear Degnan family,
Your father was a joy to be around. I'll never forget him planning pool parties at the YMCA for you.
Bill, Kevin, Colleen, Carrie, Kathleen and I are sorry for your loss.
Love,
Nora

Eileen Piechocki Doherty

July 2, 2008

To the Degnan Family - Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your father.
Your neighbor - Eileen Doherty

Dave Pruitt

July 2, 2008

Mike and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dave Pruitt and Family

Jim brand

July 2, 2008

Dan,Mike,Nora,Bill and the rest Degnan Family You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sorrowful time may god be with all of at this hard time Jim Brand, Fred Van Riet and Don Egan and everyone at Pro Fastening Systems Inc.
Arlington Heights

July 2, 2008

shiela h, sorry for your loss,be the"rock" unclefish435yahoo.com

Dan & Cindy Buhle

July 1, 2008

Bill, Anita, Jon and Degnan Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Father, Father-In-Law, Grandfather. We only knew him for a short time, but what a wonderful man. I am sure he has a special place in heaven. We will keep him in our thoughts and prayers.

patricia nee

July 1, 2008

Dorothy and Family,
I heard about your Dad at Mass on Sunday at St. Matthias. It prompted many memories of our grade school days. Although I am sorry for your loss, I hope you are doing well. My prayers are with you and your family.
Patricia Nee

Don Brandt Jeff Westphal

July 1, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Don Brandt - USG

July 1, 2008

Our prayers our with your family.

Aurea Torres

July 1, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda Mahoney (Ohm)

July 1, 2008

To the Degnan Family,
We are deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you and your family. Your Dad was such a wonderful and caring person. Thanks for the memories we shared as friends and neighbors.
Love and God Bless,
The Ohm Family (Betty, Michael, & Linda)

Susan Kolk

July 1, 2008

To the Degnan Family

Our deepest sympathies at this time.
Our prayers are with you and for your father.

Dietrich

June 30, 2008

To the Degnan Family:
Our hearts our very heavy for all of you. You are in our prayers.
God Bless and watch over all of you.
Kevin McGreal / Jim Kasper

Francine Rossi

June 30, 2008

Dear Judy, Tom & Degnan Family,

I read the news about your father’s passing today, and wanted to extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. We obviously didn’t know your father, but reading about him, we are sure that he had a wonderful life. He was a war veteran with a large family (children, grandchildren & great grandchildren) to give him joy and pass on his legacy through the generations. No one can ask for more.

We wish you well in this trying time. May your father rest in peace for eternity.

Our kindest regards to you always,

Fran & Gregg Rossi
AS-RA-TECHnologies, Inc.

Peggy (Craig) Kennedy-Knox

June 30, 2008

Dear Pat,
Sincere condolences to you and your family in your loss.

Peggy (Craig) Kennedy-Knox Chicago

Jean (Melcarek) Walsh
Port Charlotte, Florida

Dave & Rose Irwin

June 30, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

L. Sydnor

June 30, 2008

Dear Friends and Family,
I just read about the recent loss of your loved one. I am deeply concerned about the sorrow and distress you must be experiencing. However, I have some good news to share with you regarding your loss.
Did you know that the Bible promises us that we will have the oppurtunity to see our dead loved ones again? Please read in your copy of the Bible the scripture recorded at John 5:28,29. There we are assured that everyone in the memorial tomb will hear his voice and come out. That is come out as one resurrected to life again by God! Yes, the wonderful promise of a resurrection is held out to all of those who have fallen asleep in death. (Acts 24:15)
In addition, Almighty God, has promised obedient mankind at Rev. 21:1-5 that very soon pain, sickness, poverty, crime, war, and yes even death, will be no more. Why? Because according to the scripture at 1 John 4:8-"God is love."
Your family is in my prayers.

Sincerely,
L. Sydnor

chuck williams

June 30, 2008

worked with bill at m ecker & co.

John and Joan O'Connor

June 30, 2008

Degnan Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Bill was a wonderful, caring man. God Bless you all.
Love,
The John O'Connor Family from Saint Matthias.

Ginny McFarland

June 30, 2008

Judy D. and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will hold your family, (everyone), in my thoughts and prayers.

Denise McDaniel

June 30, 2008

Laura-

I have you and your family in my thoughts!
Love,
Denise

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