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James Queenan Obituary
He was born July 13, 1947, in Chicago, to Agnes and James Queenan Sr., and was the beloved brother of Bobby Queenan, who preceded him in death.
He spent many years in magazine sales and retired because of his health five years ago from Practical Communications Inc.
His charisma touched the hearts of all who knew him, and he celebrated life every day with optimism, compassion and laughter. He will be missed and never will be forgotten.
He was a true soul mate to his wife of 17 years, Robin; a loving father to Corinne (John) Conway, Kelly (Phil) Hix, Stacey (Michael) Sieczkowski, Lauren Szafranski and Stephen Szafranski; and a proud grandfather to Jimmy, Aubrey, Hannah, Natalie, Aiden and Archer. He also held a special place in the hearts of many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 6, at Colonial Funeral Home, 591 Ridgeview Road, McHenry. Prayers will be said at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at the funeral home, followed by the funeral at 10:30 a.m. at The Church of Holy Apostles, 5211 W. Bull Valley Road, McHenry. Interment will follow in Ascension Cemetery in Libertyville.
A celebration of his life will follow the burial, and all are invited.
For information, call Colonial Funeral Home at 815-385-0063 or visit www.colonialmchenry.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James Queenan
May 8, 2011
Robin, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Julie Fingard
Cheryl Adams
May 7, 2011
Robin, You and Jim are in my prayers. I am thankful of the time we had together in Maui. I'm sure Martin was there to welcome Jim and Jim is filling Martin on all the jokes he has missed. Cheryl Adams
Maura Frederick
May 7, 2011
Dear Robin and Family , we offer our sincerest condolences to you for your loss.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely Dr. Carroll, Dr. Cannizzo, Maura, Jayna, Patti, Ann, Mary Jo and Karen.
Sandy & Dave Scapardine
May 6, 2011
Dear Robin and Family, Dave and I would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family on your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Angelo DiCristina
May 6, 2011
They say,Cheerfulness is a sign of wisdom. Queenan you were a wise man, quick to smile and ready with a quip. Heaven just got to be a happier place.
May 6, 2011
What a joy it was just to know him. A very special man. My sincere condolences to his loving family. Sincerely, Maureen from the Bank
Laura Deacon (aka Petry)
May 6, 2011
Dear Robin,
I want to express my sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Carla Housh
May 6, 2011
Our world was a happier place for all the fun and laughter you brought to us - you are missed my friend.
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