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Earl Farrell Obituary

Earl W. Farrell, of Brookfield, beloved husband of Judith J., nee Asaro; treasured father of Vicki Justice, Earl A. (Cheryl) and Lori Farrell; proud grandfather of Patrick and Caitlin; dear brother of Grace (Chuck) Kasik, Richard (Peggy), Walter and the late James A. Farrell; kind friend to many and best friend of Ed (Diane) Moore. Known as ''Duke of Earl'', ''Papa'' and ''Mr. Wood'', Earl will forever be remembered as the sweetest, most kind man with a wonderful smile. Funeral Tuesday, Aug. 14, 9:30 a.m., from Johnson Funeral Home, Ltd., 3845-47 Prairie Ave., Brookfield, to St. Barbara Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens West. Visitation Monday, 2 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Thomas Hospice, 8230 S. Madison Ave., Willowbrook, IL 60521, appreciated. 708-485-0214.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 13, 2001.

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Bob Chearo

August 19, 2001

I had the pleasure of meeting and playing ball with Earl the last 2 years at the Cubs Fantasy camp. What an inspiration. I hope I can be like him at 72. I am sorry for your loss and I hope to see him again someday. My thougts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tommy and Kathy Chase

August 13, 2001

My family had the great pleasure of knowing "Papa" for many years through baseball (coaching and playing), bowling and even horseshoes. We will always hold a special place in our hearts for him. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Larry Swingholm

August 13, 2001

I knew "Papa" for many years. From managing Babe Ruth Baseball and sitting on the Board of Directors to playing with him on Brookfield II. He was always positive and willing to help. He will be missed. Larry and Peggy Swingholm and family.

Larry Swingholm

August 13, 2001

I knew "Papa" for many years. From managing Babe Ruth Baseball and sitting on the Board of Directors to playing with him on Brookfield II. He was always positive and willing to help. He will be missed. Larry and Peggy Swingholm and family.

Mike Flaherty

August 13, 2001

I had the sincere pleasure of experiencing the last 2 Cubs Fantasy Camps with Earl. His infectious smile, the love of the game, and his physical abilities at his age were an inspiration. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss, and I will keep you and Earl in my thoughts and prayers.

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