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Kevin Doherty Obituary

Kevin J. Doherty, 83, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2022 surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Rita, nee McDonnell. Loving dad to Theresa (the late Andy) Muller, Kevin (Kathryn), Colleen (James) Walker, Kathryn (Chris) Weber and Brian (Kelli). Proud grandpa to Christopher (Katie) Muller, Michael, Jack and Maeve Doherty, Fiona and Orla Walker, Mary Claire, Colin and Joe Weber, Liam, Kate and Caroline Doherty. Cherished brother to Patricia (the late Donald) Bunkenburg, Kathleen (the late Gary) Clyde and the late Jack (the late Pauline) and Thomas (Maureen). Dear son of the late Mary and John. Fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. Kevin will be missed by many friends and family. He was a proud 33 year member of the Chicago Fire Department retiring as Captain of Engine 68 and a member of Local #134 IBEW for 36 years. Kevin was a graduate and long-time parishioner of St. Edward's Catholic Church where he was also a coach and member of the Holy Name Society and later St. Vincent DePaul Society. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 8th from 3-8pm at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago IL 60646. On Thursday, June 9th a visitation will be held from 10am until the time of the funeral mass at 11am at St. Edward's Catholic Church, 4350 W Sunnyside Ave, Chicago, IL 60630. Interment private. Memorial donations in Kevin's name can be made to Misericordia, 6300 North Ridge, Chicago IL 60660. More info www.smithcorcoran.com or 773-736-3833.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 7, 2022.

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Gary And Judy Halvorsen

June 9, 2022

Our condolences to the entire Doherty family on the loss of Kevin.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

June 8, 2022

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Kevin will be remembered at the next Police Mass.

In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

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Pat Kehoe

June 7, 2022

I was fortunate to have known and worked with Kevin. A true gentleman who treated everyone with the same respect he deserved. Kevin was an outstanding fireman, a true fireman“s fireman! My sincere condolences to his family on their loss. Kevin will always be remembered.

Sr. Rosemary & the Residents of Misericordia Home

June 6, 2022

Our sympathy and special prayers for Kevin an all his family and friends.

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8

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Smith-Corcoran Chicago Funeral Home

6150 North Cicero Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

Jun

9

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Edward's Catholic Church

4350 W Sunnyside Ave, Chicago, IL

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9

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Edward's Catholic Church

4350 W Sunnyside Ave, Chicago, IL

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Smith-Corcoran Chicago Funeral Home

6150 North Cicero Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

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