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Rev. Kenneth Dignan

1951 - 2015

BORN

1951

DIED

2015

Kenneth Dignan Obituary

Rev. Kenneth M. Dignan, Th.D Beloved husband of Joni (nee St. John). Loving father of Andrew (Jodi), Patrick (Jenny), Britt (Abby), and the late Ryan Dignan. Dear Papa of Riley, Kara, Finnley, and Keiren Dignan. Devoted son of Rosemary and the late Leo Dignan. Loyal brother of Steven (Sue), Raymond (Sue), Don Dignan, Julie (Ed) Richert, Leo (Kitt), Rosemary (Jim) Fahlen, Marty (Sue), and the late Jean Dignan. Fond brother-in-law of 11. Cherished uncle of 98. Dear great-uncle of 56, cousin and friend to many. Visitation Monday 3-8 p.m. and Tuesday 10:00 a.m. until time of service 11:00 a.m. at Parkview Community Church, 14367 W. 159th Street, Homer Glen, IL. Interment Mt. Vernon Memorial Estates. Former Pastor at Maranatha Chapel, First Assembly of God, Living Water Assembly of God, The Stone Church, and Eagle Rock Community Church. Founder of 'Til Healing Comes Ministries, author of 3 books; Til Healing Comes, Ryan's Story, and Making Sense of a Suffering World. Arrangements handled by Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Homes. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Dec. 18 to Dec. 20, 2015.

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Rick from Minnesota

November 27, 2022

Ken was one of my first true friends at North Central Bible College. I was brand new in the faith. He helped disciple me. Look forward to seeing you run, jump, and dominate me on the basketball court Then we´ll continue worshipping our Lord Jesus for all eternity. See you soon my friend!

Paul Mirecki

June 10, 2018

Always a good friend, long time buddy, great guy, fabulous musician.

Rita Buda

June 26, 2017

Pastor Ken was inspirational. Will miss him.

Linda Royer

January 20, 2016

Saw him on tv in Bolingbrook went to living waters to hear his service. When i moved to Downers Grove he happened to be a guest speaker at hobson church.I don't know how he remembered my name but he did. I cannot even explain how powerful his humble spirit was to me.He will be missed by many.He put others above himself.

December 27, 2015

Condolences to the Dignan family. Ken was a friend dating back to the Stone Church of Palos Heights. He was the pastor that officiated our wedding and conducted our baby dedication. He did much for us, expecting nothing in return.

Tyler & Afia Ledwon & daughter Joy

December 22, 2015

My memory of you and Steve goes back to High School when you and your friends hung out on the corner of my home. The neighbors were mad but my Dad, Laurel Redman, said you guys can hang out here all you want. Jeanie invited me to go to one of your prayer meetings. At the time, did you know that this was only the beginning of your future, to help spread the word of God. How the Dignan Family has grown. When you see Jeanie, please tell her I miss her everyday. I know you will be deeply missed but I know your standing next to God giving him thanks for all he has done and allowing you to be his vessel while on this earth.

Theresa Redman

Robert Gall

December 21, 2015

Pastor Ken and family, I only knew you through Eagle Rock. But it was always a pleasant experience and spiritual worship. I know God awaited your Arrival with open arms and healing for your entire body. May God bless you and your entire family.

Love,

Linda and Bob Gall

Kathy/Dan Murphy

December 21, 2015

Heartfelt condolences and prayers to the Dignan
family on your loss. May he rest in peace.

Kenneth & Dorothy Timpe

December 19, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

JF

December 19, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Frank and Laura Kolalis

December 18, 2015

Sad to hear of Pastor Ken's passing but SO HAPPY he is walking the streets of Gold! He is whole and his faith has been made sight! For that we praise God!
Prayers for God's peace to the Dignan family.
He will surely be missed here on this earth.

Judy Cooksey

December 18, 2015

Pastor Ken built a church! It started in the band room of a school in Bolingbrook and it grew. Then things got exciting, land was bought and we built a church building.Then it grew some more and the building was added onto. I remember how he enjoyed church softball games it was always fun to sit by him at them. He was my first Pasror and I felt he was a friend. He looked forward to the day his healing would come and that day is here.

Jack Daly

December 18, 2015

Ken was my youth basketball coach and his son's are friends of mine. I think we all share a deep love of music. A great man who raised great kids. Britt, Andy & Patrick... So sorry for your loss.

December 18, 2015

My sincere condolences to the Dignen family. Ken will be greatly missed. I so enjoyed reading his Linkedin blog. He was a great example of God's blessing in the lives of people with disabilities.
May God's peace be with the Dignen family.
Francine Bell & Family

December 18, 2015

Our most Heartfelt Sympathy on your loss.
The Dignan Family are in our prayers.

Joan and Tom Wisinski and Family

susan eckel-dowd

December 18, 2015

Just an old friend of Kenny's from the neighborhood sending condolences out to his family. Always wondered what happened to Kenny and then found out about his extraordinary life the many people he touched with his spiritual beliefs. He's an inspiration to all and will be missed.

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Parkview Community Church

14367 W. 159th St., Homer Glen, IL

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Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Parkview Community Church

14367 W. 159th St., Homer Glen, IL

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22

Service

11:00 a.m.

Parkview Community Church

14367 W. 159th St., Homer Glen, IL

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