Michael Healy Obituary

Healy, Major General Michael D. (United States Army, retired) 91 of Jacksonville, Florida passed away Saturday, April 14, 2018. Born in Chicago to the late Daniel and Helen Healy, Mike had a lifetime of service to his God, country and his family. (see full bio at www.storkefuneralhome.com.) In addition to his parents, his brothers, Jerome, Daniel and John preceded him in death. He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Jacklyn Maddrix Healy; six sons, Daniel of Los Angeles, CA, Michael of Sarasota, FL, Timothy (Kathryn) of Toccoa, GA, Sean of Jacksonville, FL, Kirk of Orlando, FL and Patrick (Nancy) of Deerfield, IL; ten grandchildren, Michael (Gemma), Matthew (Camila), Daniel (Sunny), Timothy (Nichole), Brian, Elliott, Caitlin, Sarah, Katie (Brian Pflederer) and Anna; ten great-grandchildren, Blair, Ashley, Michael, Morgan, John, Priscilla Jacklyn, Isabella, Finn, Conor and Evelyn; and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass will be held in the Old Post Chapel at Fort Myer, with burial to follow in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. An updated obituary will be posted at www.storkefuneralhome.com when Arlington assigns the date and time.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 25, 2018.
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As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Devon

May 1, 2018

My sincerest condolences to the family for your tremendous loss. Jude 1: 20, 21

April 27, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family, may you find comfort and strength from the God of all comfort in this difficult time (Isiah 26:19)

April 25, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Michael. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times and may you be comforted by the love of God Psalms 68:20.
GD

April 25, 2018

Dear Kirk and Family: Chrissy and I were very sad to hear of the passing of Michael. Kirk often spoke of his father to us and even showed us his picture in uniform. We know that he was a great man and that he was loved deeply by his friends and family.

Tom Olsen

April 25, 2018

With deepest sympathy may the power of prayer ease your sorrow, give you peace, and provide much comfort at this difficult time. Matthew 21:22"

Sharon

April 25, 2018

Dear Jacklyn we are so sorry to hear of your loss and offer our deepest condolences to the Healy family. May the words at 1 Thessalonians 4:14 help comfort you during this difficult time.

Fred G Rich

April 24, 2018

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