University of Illinois Memorial: Remembering the life, death and legacy of Matthew O'Gara
O'GARA, Matthew October 5, 1920 - February 24, 2015 Matthew Bernard O'Gara passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2015 in Sacramento, CA. Born in Chicago, IL to John Lawrence O'Gara and Agnes Ruth (Cronin) O'Gara, Matt attended the University of Illinois and earned a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan. He served as a flight instructor in the US Navy during World War II, ending his service with the rank of Lieutenant. Matt is survived by his devoted...
