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Daniel Spillane Obituary

Daniel B. Spillane, 73, Algonquin, IL passed suddenly Nov. 16. Dan was the cherished and devoted husband of Nancy for over 50 years; treasured father of Laura (Scott) Bethel, Cheryl (Bill) Vohaska and Daniel Spillane; adoring grampa of Zack, James, Abby, Joy and Josiah; dear brother of Mary Reljic, Joan Elliott and Patricia Spillane; US Army Veteran and valued employee of the Chicago Tribune for 41 years. Above all, Dan was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. Visitation Friday, Nov. 25 from 4 to 9 p.m. at Willow Funeral Home, 1415 W. Algonquin Rd., Algonquin, IL. (847) 458-1700. Memorials may be made in honor of Dan to Harvest Bible Chapel Crystal Lake.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 21, 2011.

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bob lyon

November 27, 2011

sorry to hear of Dannys passing. he was an excellant worker and a valued friend

bob lyon
div. mgr. chicago tribune

Carl & Chris

November 25, 2011

Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow with the loss of Dan. May your memories give you strength in the days ahead. Remember that we love and care about you.

Larry & Sue Kowalski

November 22, 2011

In the relatively short time that we knew Dan, he showed us compassion, a deep faith, and great honesty and integrity. We will both miss him greatly.

Jim & Elaine Sutton

November 22, 2011

Our love and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow, may your memories bring you peace and comfort. Dan will never be forgotten, as he touched so many lives kindly.

John & Ruth OConnell

November 22, 2011

Dan was a good friend to us and to a lot of others. He will be missed.

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