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JOHN MICHAEL QUEALY

FUNERAL HOME

Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home

9000 West 151st St

Orland Park, Illinois

JOHN QUEALY Obituary

John Michael Quealy, veteran of WWII, loving husband of Jean, nee Howe, for 62 years; cherished father of Mary Kay Boyle, Kathy (Alan) Fink, Jack (Carol), Dan (Debbie), Jean (Mark) Swiecicki, Nancy (Chris) Wiksten, Patrick (Carey), Eileen (Mike) Novak and the late Timothy Quealy; proud grandfather of 23 and great-grandfather of 12; fond godfather of Maureen Hennigan and Tom Cuculich; devoted son of the late John and Mary, nee Neylon; adoring brother of Mary (the late Martin) Hennigan, Dolores (Jim) Cuculich and the late Eugene Quealy. Visitation Tuesday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. at the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park to Saint Stephen Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment private. Proud graduate of Leo High School & Worsham College of Mortuary Science, past president of Our Lady of Loretto Holy Name Society, one time Alderman for city of Hometown, past president of Local IBEW 1367, longtime employee of Commonwealth Edison, avid golfer and Chicago White Sox fan.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 27, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for JOHN QUEALY

17 Entries

john vrbovsky

October 1, 2009

hey john, when you get some influence with the Big Guy up there do you think you could find the white sox a set-up man and a closer??? and please dont do anything about the cubs, they are doing just fine.

Bruce and Karen Swiecicki

September 30, 2009

Dear Mrs. Quealy and Family,
Having just returned from funeral services for Grandpa Q, I can say that he truly left a legacy that would make anyone proud. It was so touching to hear his children and grandchildren reminisce about their experiences with him, leaving us all careening between laughter and heartfelt sorrow. The music that Bridgette provided was not only beautiful, it was also courageous. And the story that Dan told about his last moments with his father, leading up to that beautiful Irish song, stays with me to this very moment...
We were all blessed to know Mr. Quealy, and I can say for sure after the celebration of his life today that he was a very rich man, indeed.

With love from Bruce and Karen Swiecicki and Family

Dolores Kennedy

September 30, 2009

Jean and family:
We have been so fortunate to say we knew John. It's funny how God brings folks together in a lifetime. We would never had known this wonderful, loving man if our son Eric hadn't married Shayne. What a beautiful family man John was. What a great bunch of kids John and Jean raised.
Our deepest condolences go out to your entire family.
Tom and Dolores Kennedy

Donna Cutro

September 29, 2009

Nancy and family ~
Our deepest sympathies at this difficult time. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brent and Donna Cutro and Family

Brother Robert Wilsbach, FSC

September 29, 2009

Brother Robert R. Wilsbach, FSC
La Salle House, 100 Faculty Lane

Dear Nancy and members of the family:

I was saddened to learn of the death of your dear father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, John Michael Quealy. At times such as these, words are unable to carry the full message of comfort and consolation which we want them to bear, but they are all we have. Having experienced the death of my own father in 1995, I am aware of the deep emotions which accompany such a loss. Be sure of continued remembrance of him in my prayers and those of all the Brothers here at Lewis.

May the Lord continue to hold you as well as all your family and friends in the hollow of his hand and may you find his comforting presence in the silent power of prayer, in the wisdom of the Scripture, the nourishment of the Eucharist, the beauty of the liturgy, and in all his holy people gathered round you to help us.

I join my voice to the ancient hymn of the early Church:

May the angels lead him into Paradise.
May the martyrs come and welcome him on his way
And lead him into the holy city, Jerusalem.
May the choirs of angels welcome him.
And with Lazarus, who once was poor,
May he have everlasting life. Amen.

I close with the traditional prayer which we Brothers have prayed for over three hundred years:
Live Jesus in our hearts--Forever.

With sympathy and promise of prayers,
Your Brother,

September 28, 2009

Mrs. Quealy and Kids,

I was very sorry to hear about your husband/father’s passing. I know that it’s been a long time since I’ve seen him, but when I think of him it brings a smile to my face and it seems like yesterday. I remember all the cookouts in the backyard when a hungry young man was always welcome at the Quealy’s. I remember the “super burger” a customized burger designed by Mr. Quealy that came with all the condiments already inside. And then later we’d go into the family room and sing a few rounds of “The Rose of Tralee”. Your husband/father was a big part of my life then and still is today. He was a unique man who always had a smile for you, never complained, and doted over his family. You guys were lucky to have his guidance, wisdom, and love for such a long time. Thanks for sharing him with me and my family, I know that he will always hold a spot in our hearts.

Dennis Knight
2nd Base
Alderman Quealy’s Young Bucks

September 28, 2009

Dan & Debbie - I had the chance to meet you dad in early September. He up-dated me on how your family is growing. He also talked about golf - my dad had only gotten one hole-in-one!! He was a pleasure to talk to & I was sorry to hear that he had passed away.
I don't know if he ever had the chance to tell you that I had met him & to tell you that I said "Hi". My thoughts are with you. Kathy Kenney

September 28, 2009

So sorry to here about your Dad Jean, Our sincerest Sympathy go to you and your Family.
Bud & Ann

September 28, 2009

You are in thoughts and prayers in you time of grief. May the gathering of love ones help comfort you in your time of need.

The Jacobson Family (Leslie, Kyle, Josh and Britney

Jack OToole

September 28, 2009

Jean,
Jack was highly respected gentleman for his honesty and hard work at Commonwealth Edison. It always was a pleasure to talk with Jack on work issues but especially his love for his family. Our prays and thoughts of sorrow for such a loss.
Mary & Jack O'Toole Family

September 28, 2009

Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time. "Grandpa Q" and the many wonderful memories we have will always be in our hearts. Love, Karen M. Swiecicki & family

September 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

The Thomas Family (John, Kelly, Bob, Tricia and Ryan)

Walter Swiecicki & Family

September 27, 2009

September 27, 2009

Dear Jean and Family:

Sincere condolences on Jack's passing. The memories keep flooding back: The house in Hometown, the crowds at the parties, Uncle Lou, Uncle Mitch, the young bucks doing their beer chugging and so many other things too numerous to mention here. Those times will live forever in our hearts. We will keep Jack in our prayers as long as we live.

Nicki Moad

September 27, 2009

Dear Jean,

Sorry to hear about your dad's passing. May his memory be eternal. Our family has you and your family in our prayers.

Love, Nicki and Marc Moad
Alexandra, Athena, Adriana, and Anthony

Joe and Vicki LaPinska

September 27, 2009

Our condolences to Jean and the family of John Quealy, He was a great guy, we loved him very much.

Sue Swiecicki

September 27, 2009

To all of his family, your father was a true blessing to us all. He will live in our hearts forever. I will never forget his smile and the joy that his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildrent brought to him. What a great man...Love you, Grandpa Q!

Paul + Karen Dohm

September 27, 2009

Pat,
Very sorry to hear of your fathers passing, Truly a great guy and a great Sox fan. My condolences to you and your family. Your family will be in our prayers.
Paul + Karen

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