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Joseph Shaughnessy Obituary
Joseph M. Shaughnessy; Ret. C.P.D. Deputy Chief of Detectives and Cook County Sheriff's Dept. Inspector General; Devoted husband of the late Maureen, nee Scanlon; Cherished father of Michael (Clare), Sheila, the late Colleen (James) Nelson, and Matthew; Adored grandfather of Colette and Liam Nelson, and Katharine "Kate."; Dear brother of Marilyn (late Thomas) Reddy, Diane (Richard) Giltner, and Joanne (Thomas) Keating; Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at St. Cajetan Church, 112th St. & Artesian Ave., Chicago; Funeral Saturday, family and friends will meet directly at St. Cajetan Church; Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery; In lieu of flowers, donations to Leukemia And Lymphoma Society www.lls.org, would be appreciated; Arrangements entrusted to Curley Funeral Home; For Funeral info 708-422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com
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Tom Sadler
June 10, 2017
Our sincere condolences to Sheila, Mike and Matt on the loss of their Father. Jeanette and I shared a lot of "good times" with Joe and Maureen. The women were always plotting something good for Joe and I. We never were smart enough to figure out the plots prior to their happenings. For me, personally, Joe was a "top shelf" friend who was a confident, a resource for problem discussion, a mentor as well as a solid man.
Jeanette and I reminiscence about the experiences, events and dinners that we shared. May our Lord hold Joe in the palm of his hand as he welcomes him in heaven.
Glenn Kobylarczyk
June 9, 2017
God Bless Joe and the Shaughnessy Family. Joe had a very big heart and helped out a lot of people including me and my Family. Thank you Joe
~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain
June 8, 2017
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Joe will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 11 JUN, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]
John Corcoran
June 8, 2017
Deepest Sympathy good man good boss God Speed. Worked for Joe in the 80's Organized Crime
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Fr Yhomas Nangle, CPD chaplain retired
June 8, 2017
What a good man, and what a respected and admired Chicago policeman he was. May Joe know God's peace now and forever. All I can offer your family is a remembrance in my prayers tonight as you try to get used to a world without this good man.
Harold Duffy. Retired CPD Captain
June 8, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Shaughnessy family. Joe was a great friend and vital leader with the Chicago Police Department. He was a wonderful inspiration to many including me. He is with his beloved Maureen in eternal peace and happiness.
June 8, 2017
Worked with Joe in security (Special Service) at Marshall Fields part time during the holiday periods back in the 60's when he was with the Area One Task Force. Could not have worked wth a better person than Joe. God bless.
Doug Varnes
Estero, Florida
Dave Sandlund
June 8, 2017
Condolences to the family.Joe was a great boss and he was a pleasure to work for and a real gentleman and such fun to socialize with after work on occasion.
Pat Clarke ~ Ret. CPD
June 8, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Shaughnessy family. Joe was a good boss, it was an honor working for him. RIP Boss. God Bless Joe and the Shaughnessy family and hold you all in the palm of His hand.
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