BORN

1938

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Peterson-Bassi Chapels - Chicago

6938 West North Avenue

Elmwood Park, Illinois

Bruce Callahan Obituary

Bruce Gasaway Callahan, age 77, born in Chicago and a resident of Oak Park, IL, died Wednesday, October 7, 2015, at home surrounded by family. Bruce was a retired pharmacist and an owner and founder of Bruce & Ken's Pharmacies and Ultra Care, Inc. here in Chicagoland. He grew up in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, attended Univ. of Illinois Pharmacy School and worked and raised his family in Chicago and Glen Ellyn, IL. Bruce was a private pilot, volunteer tutor, and enjoyed many hobbies - he was an avid Cubs fan and long-time Bears season ticket holder. His best times where with his family, including backyard pool parties, flying to the farm, making pancakes and popcorn and ice cream trips at the cottage, big holiday gatherings, and outings like the annual circus trip for the young ones. His caring and generous touch reached far and often to his friends, family, and many past employees, peers and business partners - we will forever remember his smile and laugh. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Joyce Callahan; his six children, Bruce (Catherine Rison), Jeaneen (Tim) Pociask, Katie (Ron) Fielmann, Chris (Caroline), Patrick (Rebecca) and Melissa (Chris) Watters; 19 grandchildren, Richard, Jaclyn, Meghan, Alex, Sean, Kasey, Colleen, Katie, John, Patrick, Erin, Shannon, Connor, Shealy, Ava, Jackson Bruce, Riley, Macy, and Gwen; and great-grandchildren, Cassidy and Liam. Also, fond uncle of Peggy, Pat, Colleen, Casey, Shannon, Patrick , John, Jenny, Priscilla, Julee, Danny and Renee; fond brother-in-law of David and Edie Helledy. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Jean; brothers, John and Pat (Patricia); brother-in-law Martin Howard Helledy, Jr.; and close brother-in-law and friend, Dennis Helledy. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be directed to the CurePSP for their efforts to increase awareness, education, care, and cure for devastating prime of life neurodegenerative diseases like Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Donations can be made at http://www.psp.org/donate/ or 800-457-4777 or sent to 30 E. Padonia Road, Suite 201 Timonium, MD 21093. Visitation will be held Saturday 2-8 p.m. at Peterson-Bassi Chapels located at 6938 W North Ave, Chicago. Mr. Callahan will lying in state Sunday 2 p.m. at Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church located at 744 Fair Oaks Ave, Oak Park, until services begin at 3:30 p.m. Info 773-637-4441 or www.petersonfuneralhome.com

Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 9, 2015.
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Joyce and Family, May you find joy and peace this Christmas in your many memories of Bruce. I have missed Bruce and Dennis at STARS ministry and remember them fondly.
God Bless You mightily This Christmas Season.

Nancy Tally

December 12, 2015

Joyce and family,
What a privilege is was to know Bruce, even though it was in the last months of his life. I am thankful he had you and that he is now with God and no longer suffering.

Kathy Louden-Morgavan

October 28, 2015

Dear Joyce and Family, I just read of Bruce passing into God's arms. Our prayers and love to you and family members. I have misplaced your number. Please call at your convenience. I have thought of you so many times this past week. May God strengthen you during this difficult time and surround you with His love. Love, Mary Lee and Merle Marting

Mary Lee Marting

October 12, 2015

My sincerest sympathy to the entire family. Bruce was a wonderful man and his family meant the most to him.

Barbara Sanders

October 12, 2015

Sending condolences from the entire Zange family to the Callahans. We will always remember fun times shared at Our Saviour all those years ago. We were blessed to have known Bruce.

Jan and Bob Zange

October 11, 2015

My heartfelt sympathy to Joyce and all the Callahan family. Bruce was a good man who helped many. Rest in Peace. Keeping all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Elaine Majka

October 10, 2015

Please accept our sincerest condolences. You all are in our prayers in this time of grief. May the dear Lord bring you comfort & peace.

Renee & Marv Evans/Hoyer

October 10, 2015

My heartfelt sympathy to the entire Callahan family. So sorry for your loss!

Patrice Joyce

October 9, 2015

So sorry to the entire Callahan family. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.

Rosie Ryan

October 9, 2015

My condolences to the entire Callahan Family. Bruce was a great man who's business endeavors helped many establish careers. God Bless you Bruce!!

Sam Scimeca

October 9, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the entire Callahan family. Bruce was a great man who's business endeavors helped many establish careers. God Bless you Bruce!

Sam Scimeca

October 9, 2015

I'm very sorry for your loss, Katie.

Alma Serna

October 9, 2015

Bruce was a wonderful man. I worked for him at Ultra Care for a few years. May he rest in peace.

Nancy Shea

October 9, 2015

To the Callahan family please accept my condolences for your loss. Psalms 46 :1 God is our refuge and strength, A help that is readily found in times of distress.

EL

October 9, 2015

You will be truly miss..

Sherry Feddeler

October 8, 2015

A very long and special friend. We will miss you
Judy and Pat Perillo

October 8, 2015

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744 Fair Oaks Ave., Oak Park, IL

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