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Michael Reaney Obituary

Born May 29th, 1989 in Chicago, IL. Passed away on Saturday morning May 3, 2014. Michael was a wonderful young gentleman, with a great enthusiasm and love for life, family and friends. He was a parishioner of St. Luke Church in River Forest, where he attended grammar school. He further went on to Fenwick High School in Oak Park where he played varsity football, soccer and tennis (Captained the tennis team). He further went on to Catholic University in Washington, DC and played NCAA tennis (Captained) for the team and later graduated from DePaul University in Chicago, IL. Michael was the beloved son of Michael and Erin Reaney of River Forest, IL and London, England; he was the loving grandson of Henrietta and the late Martin McFadden and the late Shirley Steinhoff and Captain Joseph Reaney. Michael is also survived by many loving members of the McFadden, Scanlan, Reaney and Longley families. Visitation Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St. Oak Park. Friends and family will meet at St. Luke Church, 528 N. Lathrop Ave., River Forest, on Wednesday for mass at 11 a.m. Interment private. Info: drechslerbrownwilliams.com or 708-383-3191.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 4, 2014.

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Colleen Maloney

May 3, 2020

Sending much love, hugs and prayers to you today!

Paul Flanigan

May 14, 2014

So sorry for your loss.
Will pray for your family.

May 13, 2014

Erin and Mike... Can't even begin to find the right words to say ... please know prayers and more prayers are sent your way!

Ron Clapman

May 12, 2014

Mike - I am so so sad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family during this very difficult time.

Joanne Heenan Hustad

May 8, 2014

Erin,
When I'd ask about the men in your life you always spoke of your son with affection and pride. He touched many lives and he will live on in their hearts & memories. My heart goes out to you and your husband and family. You and yours are in my thoughts.

Beth Dolack

May 7, 2014

Mr. and Mrs. Reaney,
I remember Mike as fun loving with a big heart, and was a joy to know. I am so sorry for your loss. Be assured of my prayers.

Sean DuBois

May 6, 2014

My prayers are with you and Mike. He was such a fun person to be around and made St. Luke and Fenwick better places to grow up.

Susan Scott

May 6, 2014

Hello Michael and Erin,
It greatly sadden me to hear of the loss of your beloved son Michael. I am completely lost for words. My PRAYERS are with you and your family. My you find comfort in GOD's love during this tough time in your lives.
I am currently in Dallas for work. Therefore, I was not able to attend the services.
Sincerely, Susan Scott

Kathy and Devin Jones

May 6, 2014

Mr. and Mrs. Reaney,
We remember Mike as a happy, smiling young man in tennis whites, generously sharing his time, talent and friendship with the little guy on the court. He had a big heart and was a joy to know. We are so sorry for your loss.

Christina Cheronis-Krezinski

May 6, 2014

I am so very sorry for your loss. Michael was a great person and he will be missed. You are all in my prayers.

May 6, 2014

Mr. and Mrs. Reaney,
The Fenwick community is keeping you in prayer as we pray for Michael's eternal rest.
Sincerely,
Fr. Peddicord

Julie Hoover

May 6, 2014

Mr. & Mrs. Reaney,

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers go out to your family.

May 6, 2014

Erin and Michael, Jim and I were heartbroken to hear of Michael's death. We will always remember his smile, outgoing spirit...oh, and his awesome tennis game! Our prayer is that you both, and your family, will feel God's arms wrapped around you and feel His peace. Faith gives us the assurance that we will see our loved ones again...may knowing that bring you some comfort in the days ahead. Much love, Christie

Laura McAllister

May 6, 2014

Mr & Mrs Reaney,

I went to Catholic U with Mike and he quickly became my favorite person to spend time with. He was a huge part of the CUA community and he will be forever missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know him. I had a chance to visit with him last October and I will always cherish that memory. I am so very sorry for your loss and am praying for your family in this difficult time.

Cate Hickey

May 6, 2014

Dear Michael and Erin,
Words cannot begin to express how sorry our family is to hear of your enormous loss. Michael "Reaney" as his friends called him, was always a very welcome figure in our home. I have such very fond memories of he and Samantha throughout their high school years. Please accept our condolences and we will keep you in our prayers.

Rosemary (Sher) Foley

May 6, 2014

Dear Erin and Mike - Michael was such a bright light, a real reflection of both of you. He was so outgoing and friendly, always went out of his way to say hi and talk with me when I saw him. Your were such great, supportive parents and gave him such a wonderful life. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Love,

May 6, 2014

Erin, Marty Strode told me about your tragic loss. My prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family. My heart aches for your loss...Mary Quinn

Chris Boudros

May 6, 2014

R.I.P. Mike wish we could of had more good times together. My condolences to the family.

Kelli Meno

May 5, 2014

Dear Michael, we have never met, but I know your Mom and she is someone I respect and admire. I could only imagine the imprint you have left on your parents hearts and all the gifts you have brought to them while here in the physical world. Your spirit will forever live on in all the people you have touched. I've only heard kind, lovely things about you, which doesn't surprise me (knowing your Mom) and hearing that your Father, whom I haven't met yet, is equally just as kind hearted as her... Even though we never met, I feel as if we did because I too have one son, and knew how special you were and always will be to your parents.

Dear Erin and Michael, Your pain must be unbearable;my heart simply goes out to you both. I know someone who worked with Michael, and describes him as kind, respected, fun to be around and an overall great guy...just what parents want to hear about their grown son and how he turned out to be and how he kind he treated others. He will forever be your boy, that you can carry within your hearts... With love, Kelli (Ryder) Meno

Colleen + Michael Vick

May 5, 2014

Dear Michael and Erin, You do not know me but I heard of your son Michaels death through a mutual friend in Chicago that was a friend of his. My daughter Erin, was to be a 2012 graduate of Catholic University in nursing. She was killed by a drunk driver on Dec 7th 2012. I DO know what you are going through. The pain is like nothing you have ever experienced. Your faith will get you through, please do not give up on that. I am giving you my email if you would like to contact me. If not I understand. It will take time. Please know I will include you ALL in my daily prayers. May God bless and keep you close to His Sacred Heart. with love Colleen Vick

Paddy Houlihan

May 5, 2014

Erin and Mike. My heart sinks at this tragic news. May God grant you the peace and strength to find understanding and acceptance during this difficult time. My heart and prayers are with you all.

Tom Hanks

May 5, 2014

Michael and Erin - I am so sorry and saddened by your loss - I know words are inadequate, so please accept my thoughts and prayers for comfort.

Francie Ray

May 5, 2014

Erin and Michael,
My heart breaks for you and I am praying.
Francie Ray

Beth Elpayaa

May 5, 2014

We all have such fond memories of Mike, more lovingly known just as"Reaney" by his friends. He was always pleasant and smiling, what a great young man. It's heartbreaking to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
The Elpayaa Family'
Beth, Magdy, Adam, Joseph, and Sarah

Connie Geocaris

May 5, 2014

I remember first meeting Michael when he was 6 or 7 out walking his dog after school. He was so handsome even then. I got to know him growing up on the tennis courts at RFTC and watched him become quite the accomplished tennis player. Erin and Micheal, I am SO sorry for your loss.

Penny McCulloch

May 5, 2014

Dear Michael and family - I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you at this very difficult time.

Jennifer and John Griffin

May 5, 2014

Michael was a smart, handsome, talented and big-hearted young man. We can't imagine what you are feeling now but hope you can take a little strength from your faith and the love around you. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers.

May 5, 2014

My dear Erin and Michael, My heart breaks with you as you face the greatest sorrow any parent can ever know. Michael was a great bright spot in my life. You are in my heart and my prayers! Fr. Jordan Kelly, OP

May 5, 2014

Erin and Michael, I cannot express how saddened I was when I heard about the loss of your beloved son Michael. May God give you strength in this terrible time.
LuAnn O'Shea

Joe & Kim Fellows

May 5, 2014

Erin, I am so sorry for your loss, and sit here in tears not knowing what can be said. I will tell each of our 5 boys how much I love them. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless
Joe & Kim Fellows

Heather Embrey

May 5, 2014

I am so very sorry for your loss xoxo

Heather Embrey

May 5, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss, xoxoxoxoxoxo

Gerard Sullivan

May 5, 2014

Erin and Michael, I am deeply sorry for your loss. The team will join in prayer for you today.

Patrick Desmond

May 5, 2014

My condolences on the loss of Michael. You are all in my prayers.

May 5, 2014

I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Michael. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patty Stork

Yvonne Belk

May 5, 2014

I along with his Coyote Logistics family is praying that your grief will lift with the thought of Mike sitting at the foot of our Father in Heaven. May God grant you the peace to endure this trying time. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Yvonne Belk

Sharon Stanciel

May 5, 2014

Erin and Michael, I am at a loss for words. My prayers are with you and Michael. It hurts my heart to have to write this message.

May God give you both the strength to get through this.

Colin Nivens

May 5, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy and he will be missed. RIP Reaney

Suzanne Pollock

May 5, 2014

Dear Erin and Michael,
My heart is broken. I drift back to a memory of a night of frivolity when you were living on Wellington ... we were having a gay old time ... and so were Michael and Elizabeth with the baby powder and her doll stroller. How happy they were and what a mess! Love you both. - Suzanne

Timothy Habif

May 5, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you and your family the best during this difficult time.

Kevin McMaster

May 5, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was not only a great co-worker but also an awesome friend. He was extremely inspiring, motivated and lit up every room he walked into. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dale Hosimer

May 5, 2014

Erin and Michael,
So sorry to hear of your loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you both, at this difficult time.

Matt Streng

May 5, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeannie Chambers

May 5, 2014

To the Reaney family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kanani & Jay Caauwe

May 5, 2014

Erin and Michael,
Words fall short of expressing our sorrow over your loss. So may the memories of young Michael help you find peace

May 5, 2014

Words just can't express how saddened we were to hear about your loss of Michael. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you. - Drew and Debra Fletcher

Shevon Lewis

May 5, 2014

My sincere condolences goes out the Reaney family. You all are in my prayers.

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May 5, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that prayers go out to you and your entire family may he rest in peace and ay you find peace in this time of need

May 5, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ellie Hersh

Becky Grindle

May 5, 2014

To the Reaney Family, my sincere condolences are with you at this time. I'm so sorry for your loss.

May 5, 2014

Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love,
Mary Ann Hogan

May 5, 2014

Mike was an amazing young man and a wonderful member of Coyote. We will miss him dearly.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mariane Silver

Andrew Haverkampf

May 5, 2014

To the Reaney Family: I am so sorry for your loss and my family will keep you all in our prayers.
Andrew Haverkampf, Coyote Logistics

Trey French

May 5, 2014

To the Reaney Family, I am so saddened by the sudden loss of Michael.I pray God will be with you and comfort you in this most difficult time. Knw that God gives us the strength when we need it.

Cindy Macey

May 5, 2014

Sooo sorry to hear this horrible news, My thoughts and prayers are with you

Michael Endregaard

May 5, 2014

Mr. & Mrs. Reaney,

I'll be honest I did not know your son, but I wanted to send my condolence. My prayers are with you guys and I hope you guys can get through these tough times. From what I heard your son was a great guy, I am so sorry for your loss. May your son rest in peace.

Sincerely,

Michael Endregaard

Derek Griffey

May 5, 2014

I'm am so sorry for the loss of Michael and the sadness it has caused his family. I did not know him personally, but you are all in my prayers!

Barb Shanahan

May 5, 2014

My prayers and heart felt sympathy to all of Michael's family & friends.

Sonia Alvarez

May 5, 2014

Erin and Michael, my prayers are with you during this difficult moment. Erin, much strength to you - I know you are a strong person and God will give you strength to go forth. - Sonia Alvarez (Simpson)

Ken Harrison

May 5, 2014

I am so sadden by Michael's sudden transition from our world to God's kingdom. I send all my love to you guys during this very difficult time. May God be with you.
Ken Harrison

Carmen Ayala

May 5, 2014

My heart breaks for you both. So sorry for your loss. May Michael rest in peace.

May 5, 2014

My sincere prayers and thoughts are with all of you - I am sorry - Scott Dowd

Mike Houlihan

May 5, 2014

Erin & Mike-So sad to hear this horrific news. Wanted you to know you are in our prayers and thoughts and of our profound sorrow over Michael. God rest his lovely soul.
Mike Houlihan & Family

Michael Gervasio

May 5, 2014

Michael was full of energy, confidence and a great spirit. I am so saddened for you. You will remain in our prayers. Michael & Jennifer Gervasio

Andy Lowenthal

May 4, 2014

Erin and Michael,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope that through all the pain, you find some solace remembering all the joy that Michael brought into your life.

May 4, 2014

We remember Michael as being such a people person. He was always smiling and so friendly. Just like his parents. He certainly left a foot print in this big old world and we will always feel lucky to have known him. Asking God to give you Erin and Michael, the strength to survive your grief. We grieve with you...
The Raney's... Susie, Joel, Charlie, Sawyer, and Jesse.

Marcy Dignan

May 4, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.May your Faith, family , Friends, & all your wonderful memories help you at this time.May God Bless you Love Marcy Ryan Dignan & Bette Ryan

Peg Cantafio

May 4, 2014

So sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Carl and Peg Cantafio

Michael Dietzen

May 4, 2014

Michael and Erin:
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Michael and Bonnie Dietzen

Mary c McFadden

May 4, 2014

Thinking of you all at this time many thoughts and prayers for you and your clan love Jill and mc

Martin Duggan

May 4, 2014

Mike Reaney will remain in my mind one of the most happy, energetic and caring people I've met. I had so much fun with him on the Fenwick Tennis team. I wish we could play one last match together, maybe a rematch against OPRF down at the state tournament. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I will see you again someday.

May 4, 2014

So very sorry Erin and Michael -
such an immense loss- no words can describe
cynthia, philip and natalie (kampf)

May 4, 2014

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Agnes and Jim Adamik

May 4, 2014

My prayers and heartfelt condolences are with you Erin and Michael. Michael was a superb person who will be terribly missed by all of us who knew him. Dee Bailey

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