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Brian John Lingle of Chicago, IL, died February 20, 2015. Born October 16, 1958 to the late Alfred and Dorothy Lingle, nee Schuessler. Brian is preceded in death by his sister Maureen Bober, (John) and survived by his brothers Philip (Marlene), Dennis (Gail), Kevin and sisters Margaret Lingle and Colleen (Monty). He was raised in Western Springs, attended Fenwick High School, Georgetown University and received his law degree from Loyola University. Brian was devoted to his nephews and nieces Patrick and Jeremy Lingle, Daniel Bober, Erin Papuga, nee Fagerburg, Brent Fagerburg and Max, Claire, John and Charlie Cornell. Brian had a powerful intellect and was a kind and steadfast friend to many. He traveled the world and was sought after by many for his advice and companionship. He will truly be missed by his family and many friends. A memorial mass will be celebrated at Assumption Church, Chicago at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 28. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations may be made to Fenwick High School, Oak Park, IL.
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to the lingle family,
i went to georgetown with brian and was very friendly with him for the last year or so of our college years. he was great guy, a good friend and i never heard him speak an ill word of anybody. unfortunately, we did not stay in touch after college which i regret. it was so sad to hear of his passing. memories of him bring a smile of all the great memories of his infectious spirit. peace e with you.
March 5, 2015
The news of Brian's passing brings such sadness.I have wonderful memories growing up down the street from the Lingle family on Rugeley Rd. I know you will all be a great source of comfort to one another during this difficult time.
Sheila Caron-Sullivan
March 4, 2015
Condolences to the Lingle family on Brian's passing. Prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mark Kusiak and Family
Buffalo Grove, Ill
March 3, 2015
Dear Peggy and Family: My heart aches for you all with this most recent loss among those you love dearest. Please take care and God Bless you during this difficult time. Veronica Hinke
March 1, 2015
I was saddened to hear of Brian's passing. I have so many fond memories times spent with the Lingle family and I send love and prayers to all of you during this difficult time.
Shelly Salter
March 1, 2015
To Brian's family,
I haven't been in contact with Brian since high school, but when I heard this news I was terribly saddened because my memory of Brian is one of an exceptionally decent and caring person.
He was extremely bright and a tough guy, but on more than one occasion, I recall Brian standing up for classmates that were being bullied or intimidated. These struggling classmates were looked down upon by many, but Brian seemed to have a maturity beyond his years and he defended those that were easily marginalized. And Brian didn't solve these situations physically, which he likely could have, but instead stopped the activity with consideration of what was right.
It may seem a bit unusual to write a note like this after all these years; but Brian was that exceptional and made that much of an impression, that I felt compelled to let you know how many of his classmates at Fenwick felt about him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely, Sean O'Shea
Sean O'Shea
February 28, 2015
My condolences to the Lingle family. Brian was always a great spirit at SJC during our early years.
Larry Regan
February 28, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to the Lingle Family. I was a friend of Brian's throughout the St John's and Fenwick/Nazareth years living near you in Springdale. Wonderful memories of Brian that I cherish.
Blessings from the Berg Family.
Sue Berg Clark
February 27, 2015
To all the Lingle Family, I loved knowing the whole family living down the street on Rugeley Road. My thoughts are with the family at this sad time. Coleman and I were good friends with Al and Dot for years and I am sure they are now happily reunited with Brian. Love, Marilyn Caron
February 27, 2015
Brian and I attended Fenwick together, played football for 4 years and were good friends. Brian's good nature, honesty,independence, and his sincere desire to always lead by example is something I always will remember. If my sons and daughters have any degree of Brian's attributes I would consider that a major life accomplishment for me .
Dave Bradley
February 27, 2015
There is a grief with each passing and I am sorry for the family because they are a special, loving clan. I remember Brian when he was a toddler and as a man he was always kind and decent to me. God bless Brian and each of you who survive him. Tim Trenkle
February 27, 2015
We send our sincerest condolences to the Lingle family. Brian always seemed a truly happy go lucky guy. And now he brings that Spirit as he joins others in his family in Heaven. John and Sharon Duffy
February 27, 2015
I am very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. He was always a good friend to me. I regret I cannot travel to Chicago this Saturday for his memorial service. May he rest in peace. John McGannon
February 27, 2015
Our deepest thoughts, prayers and condolences to the entire Lingle Family.
John and Linda Wendt
February 27, 2015
My deepest condolences to Brian's family and friends. Brian was a wonderful friend to all of the Kavanagh's and he will be deeply missed. Brian had the gift for friendship....always supportive, caring and fun. His sudden death is a huge loss for all those who loved him.
anne kavanagh
February 27, 2015
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Brian. He was a kind man and we are praying for the all the Lingel family during this sad time. Our sincere sympathies from Carol Walsh Rosentreter and the entire Walsh family.
February 26, 2015
My sympathy and prayerful remembrance to each of the Lingle family. Brian was a handsome & happy 8th grader when I taught him at St. John of the Cross in Western Springs. BLESSINGS!
Sr. Lorraine, IBVM
February 26, 2015
My prayers go out to all Brian's family. He died way too young. I went to St. John's with Brian and many of my brothers and sisters went with other Lingle siblings. So very sorry for your loss.
Pam miller-Borchardt
February 26, 2015
Our prayers and sympathies to the Lingle Family.
Joe Scodius & Family
February 26, 2015
To The Lingle Family,
We were so sorry to read about Brian's death. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Even though we haven't seen one another in many years, losing a sibling is very difficult. Some peace of mind is that I am sure there is a lot of joy in Heaven with Dot, Bud and Mo all together with Brian again.
Love from all the Goggin Family.
Kevin Goggin
February 26, 2015
Our prayers and sympathies to the entire Lingle Family.
February 26, 2015
Our hearts and prayers go out to all the Lingles! Brian was an awesome friend and we will all miss him greatly. So many fantastic memories and so many good times together.
Bob and Kathy Carey
February 26, 2015
I enjoyed visiting with Brian and his good friend John Moriarty at Jim Kenny's very crowded wake at St. John's. Nice to picture Mo and Brian in Heaven laughing and telling stories, with his lovely sister Maureen right next to him. Sympathies from the Woods family.
Robert Woods
February 26, 2015
Out hearts go out to the Lingle Family. So sorry to hear this sad news. Been thinking about you lots.
Heidi and Joe Henschel
February 26, 2015
Thoughts and prayers are with Brian's extended family mourning his passing. He was a friend that was well respected by his classmates and teammates at Fenwick.
Tim Atwood
February 26, 2015
Prayers for Brian and his family at this difficult time. May God's presence help you through this. Nichole Michl
February 26, 2015
Brian was my friend and neighbor. It will be so strange not running into him in the grocery store, farmers market, walking down the street and not seeing his constant grin. I will miss watching marathons with him, our spirited yet always friendly debates and many laughs. RIP Brian. I will miss you dearly.
Mary Michl
February 26, 2015
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