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Fred O'Donnell Obituary
Fred D. O'Donnell, age 67 and lifelong resident of Wilmette; beloved husband of Rosanne, nee Molinari; loving father of
Ellen (Eric) Wilkinson, Katherine (Jeffrey) Woodman, Hugh (Eden), Mary
(Jeffrey) Lowe, Margaret (Gabriel) Jacome and Patrick O'Donnell; proud grandfather of Quinn and Ryan Wilkinson, Teddy, Rosie and Hank Woodman, Colin and Maeve O'Donnell, Charlie Jacome and two more grandchildren on the way; dear son-in-law of Madeo and Rosemary Molinari; devoted friend of Andrew, Jane and Anne Lidgus; Visitation Monday, 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie; Funeral Mass Tuesday 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Lake Ave. and Ridge Rd., Wilmette. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Fred D. O'Donnell Scholarship Fund (further information pending).
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Memories and Condolences
for Fred O'Donnell
Val Matelis
November 18, 2008
Roseanne and family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Fred was my roommate at Holy Cross 50 years ago. As I read the entries describing his life and his family I was not surprised. He has left a great legacy.
Jane and Mike O'Loughlin
October 31, 2008
Rosanne and Family-
Mike and I were shocked and sorry to hear of your husband's and father's passing. We remember meeting Fred while moving in Peggy and Emily [our daughter] at Uof I. His humor at dinner and devotion to his family was evident to us all. We will be praying for Our Lord to comfort you during this time and to welcome Fred into His Presence.
Fondly, Jane, Mike & Emily O'Loughlin
Devon Neves (Miller)
October 22, 2008
Nellie,
I just learned about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and everyone in your family. I wish I had been there with you, but thinking of you none the less. Miss you!
Deirdre Picchietti
October 6, 2008
Dear Nellie,
I just heard about your Dad. I am so sorry and wish I had heard earlier to attend the visitation. I hope that you and your family will comfort and help each other through this loss. Please give your Mom a hug and call me if you want to talk. I miss you!
Betsy Womack
October 2, 2008
Dear Molly-
We are all so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
With love,
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Kathleen Buchanan Trusdell
October 1, 2008
I am very saddened by Fred's passing, and send thoughts and prayers for him and his family. Last night at rehearsal, there was a moment of silence after Len Barker spoke about Fred and how he loved to sing. There was a big hole in the bass section last night.
May prayers and family hold you and support you in the days ahead. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kathleen Buchanan Trusdell, North Shore Choral Society
September 30, 2008
Fred was, undoubtably, the greatest example of a father and husband. May his lessons taught with love and humility be passed on through his beautiful children and cherished grandchildren.
There are many of us who wanted to "be an O'Donnell" growing up. The fun you all had, and the closeness you shared as siblings and with your parents was something many were envious of.
God Bless you all, O'Donnell's, in your terrible time of grief.
Jason Retterer
September 30, 2008
Dear O'Donnells- Just heard the news today. I have very fond memories of Fred and will forever be indebted to his kindness and genoristy particularly to me and Chap for allowing us to stay with your family during the summer of 1990. He was a good man and will undoubtedly be missed. My family and I send our heartfelt condolences to Roseanne, Nelly, Katie, Hugh, Molly, Maggie, and Patrick and your respective families. I hope that you find comfort in each other during these difficult times. Jason Retterer
Jordan Kissel
September 30, 2008
To all of the O'Donnell's,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Brian McMahon
September 30, 2008
It is with extreme sadness our family learned of Fred O'Donnell's passing this morning. Our deepest sympathies go out to Roseanne and all the O"Donnell siblings, especially our beloved Katie, who will always be a part of our family no matter where she is.
mary anne perrine
September 29, 2008
With fond memories of a great guy: a husband,father,businessman!
Mary Anne Perrine
Sarah Wolfe-Walsh
September 29, 2008
Dear Nellie and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Love,
Sarah Wolfe-Walsh
Leah Kissel
September 29, 2008
To all of the O'Donnell's,
I want to extend my deepest condolences to your family. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
With love,
Maureen Krueger
September 29, 2008
My deepest prayers and thoughts are with you.
Judie Truelsen
September 28, 2008
Dearest Nellie and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the death of your father, Frank. Your grief is so heavy right now, because your love for your father was so great. May God be with you as you and your family mourn your great loss, and know that you will all remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs and prayers,
Judie
Eric Olson
September 28, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Fred. He will be missed by family and friends. My condolences to all.
Judith Mandel
September 28, 2008
Dear Rosanne and family,
I was deeply sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I pray that you and your family find solace in the fond rememberance of his life and time with you on earth.
Fondly,
Judy Mandel
Joe & Jackie Manning
September 28, 2008
Jackie and I want to express our deepest condolences to the entire O’Donnell clan as you begin to cope with Fred’s loss. I know that the incredible closeness of your whole family will help to guide you through this time of grief. God Bless you all. You will be in our prayers.
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