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James KINAHAN Obituary

James J. Kinahan, 80, Ret. CPD, Korean War Air Force Vet, beloved husband of Dian, nee Law; loving son of the late Hugh and Nora Kinahan; dear brother of William (the late Sandra) and the late Thomas. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cherished relatives in Ireland. Funeral Friday, 9:15 a.m. from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn to St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel, 7740 S. Western Ave., Chicago. Mass 10 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. Proud "class of '51" alumni of St. Rita of Cascia High School, 57 year "Life" member of Evergreen Park American Legion Post 854 and 2004 "Man of the Year" member of the Groundhogs. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF), 1411 K Street NW, #500, Washington, DC 20005 would be appreciated. Info: 708-636-1193 or www.blakelamboaklawn.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 1, 2012.

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American Legion Post #854

American Legion Post #854

August 2, 2012

Jim was a Great Member and will be greatly missed.
We Thank Him for his service to the Air Force and The American Legion
Post # 854

Nancy & Bob Kimm

August 2, 2012

Dian, you are in our thoughts and prayers, we are sorry to hear that Jim is gone. He will be missed by all. Our love to you.

Margery Van Dyke

August 1, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Jim Kilmartin

August 1, 2012

Dian, Jim was true a Gentleman. He took great pride in his job and was always willing to help his fellow Youth Officers. He will be missed by many.

August 1, 2012

I'm sorry for the lost of Jim. he was a good neighbor ,parishioner and youth officer for the CPD. He will be missed.
Mark Morrissey ,Retired CPD

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt

August 1, 2012

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Jim will be remembered at our next Police Mass (Sunday, 12 AUG, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.chicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

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