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Peter J. McEnery

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Smith-Corcoran Palatine Funeral Home

185 E. Northwest Hwy.

Palatine, Illinois

Peter McEnery Obituary

Peter J. McEnery, beloved husband of Joan, nee Supernaw; loving father of Peter (Lisa) and Daniel McEnery; cherished grandfather of Caitlin; dear brother of Joseph (Peg) and the late Timothy (the late Carol) McEnery. Peter was employed by Kemper Insurance Co. for almost 45 years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Pius the V, 1901 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 or PHD 37 N. Plum Grove Road, Palatine, IL, 60067. Funeral Wednesday 9:30 a.m. from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 185 E. Northwest Hwy, Palatine to St. Thomas of Villanova Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 9 p.m.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 4, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter McEnery

25 Entries

Doug Koch

April 12, 2025

I have a very strong memory of Pete from his days at Kemper. I started out in the mailroom at Kemper in the late `80s. During that time I was taking classes to become a computer programmer. At one point I mentioned this to Pete and he literally (and immediately) helped me to land a job as a Data Processing Assistant, a person who basically assists the real programmers. I eventually became a full-fledged programmer and been one ever since. I owe a lot to him. Like others here mentioned, he was a very kind helpful person and I will never forget him.

Jonathan Kuminga

November 7, 2022

Smash

top: Pete at Kemper; bottom: Peter/Lisa wedding 11-18-00

April 28, 2010

Liam Peter, born 7-30-09, loved by both his "papa angels"

April 25, 2010

Papa & Cait, Christmas 2008

April 17, 2010

Family Get-together w/Fr. Philip Labor Day Weekend 2008

April 17, 2010

October '07 at Pete/Lisa's

April 17, 2010

Ruth Lane

May 25, 2009

I am so sorry it too me so long to reach out to you Joan but on Memorial Day I thought of you and a number of my other friends who have lost loved ones in the last couple of months..my sympathy.

Rita Borcherding

May 7, 2009

Dear McEnery Family,
Like many who have signed this guest book, I also worked with Pete at Kemper for many years. He was truly a kind and gentle man. My prayers are with you all.

Carolyn Lachel-Hendler

May 6, 2009

Pete was a truly wonderful man. Always happy - I worked with him at Kemper for years. He was always very patient & kind. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to you in your time of grief. I will always remember his smiling face.

Jill Snyder

May 6, 2009

I worked for Pete at Kemper for several years and he was always so helpful and willing to share his knowledge. I know he will be missed terribly. My condolences go out to his family.

Bee Smith

May 5, 2009

I worked with Pete at Kemper; he was a great mentor; a man of integrity. I have many happy memories of him. My condolences to the McEnery famiy.

Janene Sierepien

May 5, 2009

My thought and prayers are with the entire McEnery family at this time of sorrow. May your happy memories help comfort you
Janene Sierpien

DIANE PANTALEO

May 4, 2009

JOAN SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT PETE HAS PASSED AWAY MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU MAY HE FIND PEACE AND JOY IN THE KINGDOM GOD HAS CREATED FOR US HOLD ON TO THOSE TREASURED MEMORIES GOD BLESS LOVE DIANE AMY MICHAEL AND MEGAN PANTALEO AND THOMAS SUPERITS

Donna Vrba

May 4, 2009

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

Elizabeth Bellock

May 4, 2009

Joan,
I was so sorry to hear your sad news. May your happy memories of your life together bring you comfort. You and your family are in my prayers.
Elizabeth Bellock

Bill Miranda

May 4, 2009

I am sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to Pete's family. I worked with Pete over the many years we were at Kemper Insurance. A fine gentleman and wonderful person to know and respect in many aspects of our dealings.

Patrcik Savage

May 4, 2009

To the McEnery Family, Please know that Pete and you are in my prayers and Masses. I lived across the street from Pete and his family growing up. We graduated from St. Mel Grammar (58) and High (62) Schools together. Pete was at a Cross Country Meet at Niles West a few years ago so we spent some time talking. I fondly recall all the good times we had as kids. My dad and then myself delivered milk to Sammy's where Pete worked. We may have physically lost touch over the years but mentally he was always there in my mind when I thought of the "old" days on Wilcox Street in Chicago.

Kaye Buck

May 4, 2009

My deepest sympathy in your time of loss. Pete was a wonderful person.

Kathy Lambert

May 4, 2009

To the McEnery Family -

I was shocked and saddened to learn of Pete's sudden passing. Pete and I were "cubicle" neighbors in a "quad" along with Jill Snyder and Priscilla Mortland for several years at Kemper. We could always look forward to Pete's sense of humor, kind and patient manner, and knowledge and expertise when needed. His great, upbeat personality kept us going sometimes, especially as we starting leaving the company we had known as "family" for many years. He will be sorely missed by friends and family, I'm sure. My deepest condolences to Joan, his children and the rest of the family. God Bless.

Bob and Chris Smialek

May 4, 2009

Joan and Family -

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a truly good man. Pete always had the energy and patience to help with what seemed to be hopelessly confusing questions and situations. He will be remembered in our prayers.

Linda Mormino

May 4, 2009

I worked with Pete for over 30 years and I'm extremely saddened to hear of his passing. Pete was a wonderful co-worker and and a terrific person. He was always willing to help me with projects or to just lend and good laugh when I needed one. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to the McEnery family.

Deide Fischer

May 4, 2009

Pete, Lisa and the entire McEnery Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you with the passing of your father. May the great memories you had with him bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.
~ Wally, Deide, Ally & Anthony Fischer

May 4, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear the news. I am a friend of Pete's from Kemper. He was a great guy and so much fun to be with.

My sincerest condolences to the family. May God's peace be with you.

Dale Edlefson

Mary Puccinelli

May 4, 2009

Dear McEnerny Family,

I worked with Pete and carpooled on occasion in the 80's and 90's. All at Kemper admired and respected this fine man who guided us through some very trying times as the company began to unravel. I am so sorry for the untimely loss this kind gentleman.

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