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Christopher O'Gara Obituary

Age 48, of Chicago, passed away surrounded by his family March 4, 2021. Beloved husband of Michelle (nee Totman); loving and adored father of Danielle, Kaysee and CJ; devoted son of Patricia (nee Garry) and the late Donald; dear brother of Patrick (Laura); fond uncle of Tess, Patrick, Morgan, Tess, Hunter and Garret; son in law of Lee and Pat Totman; brother in law to Eileen Rivera and Joe and Heather Totman. Friends and family are encouraged to bring a favorite photo of Chris to share on their memory board. Visitation Monday 3-8 p.m. at Cooney Funeral Home 625 Busse Hwy Park Ridge. Chris's family has requested a casual dress visitation, preferably Chicago Cubs attire. Funeral Mass Tuesday, friends are asked to meet at St. Juliana Church for 11:30 a.m. Mass. Livestream for the funeral Mass at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR6imzInBX19. Interment All Saints. Due to Covid concerns, social distancing rules will be observed and masks required. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Stroke and Neurosciences Fund at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. (https://advocategiving.org/advocate-lutheran-general-hospital/#Stroke_and_Neurosciences_Medicine) Info 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 8, 2021.

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Marla Hori

March 11, 2021

Michelle, I'm so sorry to hear the sad new about Chris. Please know that I'm keeping you in my heart and wishing you and your family strength and peace.

Jan Mulqueeny

March 9, 2021

So sad to hear this news. Hugs to you, Mich and your family. Prayers for strength as you navigate your way through each day.

Vic Wight

March 8, 2021

I had fond memories of Chris at St. Roberts. We were always competing against each other because the dude was super fast and everyone wanted to hear him. We ended up on the same team at Dunham for a few years and loved to play ball. Rest In Peace old friend.

Gary & Dale Davis

March 8, 2021

Dear Pat, Patrick & family, so sorry to hear about Chris from Steve. Our deepest sympathy to all from Nevada.

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

The McDonough Family

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Carol & Jessica Connolly

March 8, 2021

To the whole O'Gara/Totman family:
We am so very sorry to hear of Chris' passing. Sending you a very big hug.

Marcia Kmet

March 7, 2021

My deepest sympathy to you and your children. May he Rest In Peace.

Jack & JoAnn Bataoel and Family

March 7, 2021

So sorry to hear the sad news!
So many good memories at Dunham Park and St. Patrick High School Sports with our sons!
God Bless Rest In Peace!
Jack and Jo Ann B and Family

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8

Visitation

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

Cooney Funeral Home - Park Ridge

625 Busse Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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9

Funeral Mass

11:30 a.m.

St. Juliana Church

IL 60068

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625 Busse Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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