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William Durkin Obituary

Durkin, William "Coach" Beloved husband of Rosemary (nee Murphy); loving father of Rosemary, William (Joan), and Robert Durkin; dear grandfather of 6; fond brother of the late James (the late Betty) and John Durkin; kind uncle and cousin to many. Visitation Sunday from 2-9 PM at the Robert J. Sheehy and Sons F.H., 9000 West 151 st, Orland Park. Lying in state Monday from 9:00 AM until mass of resurrection 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 8404 Cass Ave., Darien, IL. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Head basketball coach for Mt. Carmel H.S. from 1944-1955, member of St. Ignatius College Prep, Mt. Carmel H.S. and Chicago Catholic League Hall of Fame. Longtime member of Ridge C.C. Donations in William's name to Misericordia, 6300 North Ridge Road, Chicago, IL 60660 would be appreciated. 708-857-7878 www.sheehyfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 23, 2012.

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Mary Bax

November 27, 2012

Dear Durks,

My deepest condolences on the loss of your father. I know how much you admired him.

John Egan

November 25, 2012

Coach Durkin will be missed by so many of us who encountered the "Coach" during their athletic careers. Before meeting "Coach" his impressive reputation at Mt. Carmel preceded him. I was fortunate enough to have played at Loyola University while he was officiating. Even during serious competition his sense of humor and "fair play" always surfaced.

Years later I would see him at Ridge Country Club. He was a gentleman and a real man who was enjoyed by all. Never, had I ever heard a disparaging word about the "Coach". He will be missed and remembered always.

Sister Paulette Misericordia

November 25, 2012

Our deepest sympathies. The Coach, Rosemary and all the Durkins are in our prayers. Thank you for thinking of our Misericordia residents, during these hard days.

Patti McGetrick

November 24, 2012

My condolences on losing a wonderful man. May your memories of the great times, give you strength for all the tomorrows.
Love, Patti McGetrick

Paul & Mary Lou Sheedy

November 24, 2012

Starting in 8th grade,he was always there
for me. I didn't see him often, but I will miss him.

Fr. Paulson, S.J.

November 23, 2012

Dear Rosemary, Rose, Bill and Bob,
Please know of my deepest sympathy and prayerful support as you hand your dear husband and father back to the Lord. I regret that I will be unable to attend the wake and funeral as I will be out of town for my annual 8 day retreat. Please know that I will be united with you in prayer at the table of the Lord on Monday and will offer my mass for Bill's peace and rest that day. God bless, Brian Paulson, S.J.

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