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Christopher McQuade Obituary
Christopher D. McQuade, 24, of Libertyville, July 27, at Condell Medical Center, beloved son of Jerry and Catherine, nee Cuppek; loving grandson of Dorothy H. Cuppek; dearest nephew and cousin to many; dear godson of Christopher McEvoy. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Thursday, August 2, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 121 E. Maple Ave., Libertyville. Visitation Wednesday, August 1, from 4 to 8 p.m., at McMurrough Funeral Chapel, 101 Park Place, Libertyville (Rte. 176, 1 block East of Milwaukee Ave.). If desired, memorials to a favorite charity would be greatly appreciated. Funeral info: 847-362-2626.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher McQuade
Betty Lou McQuade
October 29, 2007
Dear Jerry and Cathy,
I want you to know that I think of you both and pray for you and Chris each day. He actually has a star in my sky.
May God give you the love, strength, courage and wisdom to get through and live each day.....
Love You Always,
Betty Lou
Tom Dimmick
August 17, 2007
May God grant you strength to endure and the peace of his presence in this hour of trial.
Beata Nowak
August 14, 2007
Dear Jerry & Cathy,
My deepest sympathy & prayers go out to you & your family over your great loss.
My first memory of Chris was during the summer of 2001 when he was working at the Help Desk at EGS. I started probably a month earlier & was new so my computer always needed something fixed. So that day, the Help Desk sent over this new guy Chris. I think Chris just finished high school a few weeks earlier. I was impressed with Chris’s demeanor and good manners. He was confident and very courteous & polite. He used words like "Please", "Thank You", and "May I" just to use my keyboard & mouse. I just remember saying to someone what a nice polite young man he was. In these days of 24/7 we’re all crunched for time, I found Chris very refreshing in taking the time to be so kind.
I’m very sorry for your loss and Chris & your family are in my prayers.
Steve & Noreen Yodoff
August 11, 2007
Cathy & Jerry
There are no words that can express emotions at this time. You are constantly in our thoughts & prayers. Jerry, you are a special person & have always been a very special friend. You need unbelievable strength at this time. I know you have it & you can depend on friends & relatives. Everyone is thinking about you & Cathy.
Samantha Hjerpe
August 4, 2007
I still remember the exact day that I met Chris- It was at an away football game in late October. I remember thinking he was the cutest boy I had ever seen =) He was one of the most energetic, charasmatic, fun people I've had the pleasure of calling my friend. Some of my best memories from high school are because of Chris. And unbeknownst to me at the time, his friendship literally changed my life and I regret that I never got the chance to tell him that. I only hope that he's in a better, happier place now. He'll be missed...
Mr. and Mrs. McQuade- my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolyn Soling
August 4, 2007
I wish I could have been there to give my sympathies in person. I have so many wonderful memories of Chris from the years that I knew him. From the moment he moved to Libertyville, he was an amazing friend and always made life a little more fun and exciting. He will be dearly missed.
Lindsay Burt
August 2, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. McQuade,
Chris was a great friend, and a wonderful person to many. No one else can feel your sorrow, but sometimes knowing others care and share your loss may be a source of strength and courage. May it help you to know there are so many people who are thinking of your family in this time of difficulty. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you and all that knew Chris.
Philip Goldstein
August 2, 2007
Jerry, Cathy and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Phil Goldstein
Theresa & Matt Ruedisueli
August 2, 2007
Jerry and Cathy - deepest sympathy for you during this time. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you. May God lend you peace.
warren barrett
August 2, 2007
dear jerry,cathy,antdot sorry for your loss our harts are with you love warren,steph,marissa,rick
martin blaney
August 2, 2007
Jerry and Cathy:
You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracy Barrett
August 1, 2007
Dear Jerry,Cathy & Aunt Dot,
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Debbie & Louis Chenevert
August 1, 2007
Cathy & Jerry, We are so sad to hear about Chris. We had some very good times with him. Living on the same street and him being good friends with Lisa allowed us to spend fun times together. You are both in our thoughts and prayers.
DianeAuntBell Tiffany Bloomer
August 1, 2007
Kathy and Jerry We Are So Sorry For Your Lose. Are Thoughts And Prayers Are With You. And Ant Dot.
Nancy Booth
August 1, 2007
Dear Cathy & Jerry & Aunt Dot,
When I think of Chris,I think about that book he wrote when he was just a little tike.It was amazing just as he was.I hope you can find peace in all of his wonderful memories I know you all hold in your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Your cousin,
Nancy Booth
Henri Ann Olsen
August 1, 2007
Dear Jerry and Catherine,
I'm very sorry to hear the news of your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Brennan
August 1, 2007
Dear Cathy & Jerry,
We are all so sorry about the loss of Chris. I know he was a super person.We will never for get him. Just remember are prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love Yas
Donna,George
Gary, Mark
Kimberly Mikula
August 1, 2007
Jerry and Cathy,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chris will be missed.
Butch Bryant
August 1, 2007
Dear Jerry and Cathy
We can only imagine the depth of pain and sorrow that you are experiencing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Butch and Beth Bryant
Sarah Wright
August 1, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clara Perez
August 1, 2007
On the blessedly few occasions when I have had to write to convey my condolences, I am always at a loss for words... There is obviously no good time or way for someone whom you love to die, and I am very saddened about Chris’s passing. This is a terrible loss to you, the whole family, and friends.
I think back to the summer when I meet Chris and had the opportunity to go out to lunch with him. He was so energetic and fun to be around!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wife.
Mike Lucas
August 1, 2007
Jerry & Catherine:
I was heartbroken to hear about Christopher. I remember the summer he worked at EGS. He was a real pleasure to be around . . . a fine, mature young man. I pray that God can provide you strength through this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Morris
July 31, 2007
Dear Jerry and Catherine,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope you will be comforted by good memories of good times. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheila Humke
July 31, 2007
Dear Jerry and Catherine,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I can only imagine how hard this must be.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and take care of yourselves.
Kelly Fiedorowicz
July 31, 2007
Chris was the most amazing man I have ever met. He taught me so much over the years. So many memories that could never be forgotten. My heart goes out to your family and all those who loved him.
Tom Stockdale
July 31, 2007
Jerry and Catherine,
I am so sorry for your loss. As a father, I understand the love involved. Please except my condolences.
Tom Stockdale
Tom Cobb
July 31, 2007
Jerry and Catherine,
I did not know your son Christopher. My heart is heavy with the burden you are enduring with his loss. Take comfort in your memories of him and the time you had together on this earth.
Each day is a Blessing!
patrik hildingsson
July 31, 2007
Deeply moved we send our most sincere sympathy and condolences. Our thoughts are with you.
Patrik & Anna Hildingsson
Steve Ball
July 31, 2007
Jerry and Cathy: Our thoughts and prayers are with you both in this most difficult time. Please take comfort that he is in a better place. May God be with you both.
Your EOE brother,
Laura Marshall
July 30, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. McQuade,
I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was an amazing person and had an impact on the lives many. He will be missed.
Tim Walker
July 30, 2007
Dear Jerry & Cathy,
I was so sorry to learn of the loss of your boy. I'm sure he was a terrific young man. May your faith sustain you during this difficult time.
Your brother in EOE,
Tim
Randy Daniel
July 30, 2007
Jerry and Cathy,
I didn't know Christopher, but I know Jerry, and if Christopher was anything like his Dad, he was a fine young man. My prayers are with your family.
Ilene Nast
July 30, 2007
Dear Jerry & Cathy,
I was devastated to hear about Christopher. Words cannot express my emotions. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wayne and Susan Purvis
July 30, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Donna Marshall
July 30, 2007
Dear Jerry and Catherine,
I knew Chris to be an intelligent, caring young man who lit up a room when he entered. I am so sorry for your loss. You both will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Maria Kwarta
July 30, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Truhn
July 30, 2007
Jerry and Cathy,
Christopher was a wonderful young man who was easy to talk to, helpful, respectful and thoughtful. I especially remember how much fun he had riding in the little white convertible sports car and cranking up the music one day when he joined our department for lunch & rode with me. He will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Brian and Sandra Truhn
Larry Pressnell
July 30, 2007
My thoughts and prayers will be with you in this time of sorrow.
Phillip Rosen
July 30, 2007
Jerry,
Please accept my condolences on your loss - my thoughts are with you and your family.
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