Name: Visitation for Thomas Patrick Regan
Start: 2019-06-30T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-07-01T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home

Esteemed Southside Chicago resident, Thomas Patrick Regan, 74, died Thursday, June 27, 2019, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Thomas Regan is survived by his wife Jill (nee Ramsay) Regan, his four daughters Courtney (Christopher) Wagner, Katie (Matthew) Byrne, Caroline (Tino) Bruno, and Margaret (Ignacio) Regan-Murgier; his seven grandchildren, Hugh, Regan Therese, and Francis Wagner, Teddy, Vivienne, and Griffin Byrne, and Luca Bruno; his two brothers, James Regan and Phillip (Selma) Regan, his two sisters Jean Regan and Elizabeth (Joseph) Cairo; and uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. Thomas was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 22, 1944, to the late Rita Mary (nee Johnson) and Martin Francis Regan. He graduated from St. Sabina Catholic School in 1958, Brother Rice High School in 1962, Loyola University in 1966, and Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in 1970. He completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Loyola University in 1974 and a fellowship with renowned father of Sports Medicine, Dr. Jack C. Hughston in 1975 in Columbus, Georgia. He returned to Chicago and began his long and dedicated career in Palos Heights, Illinois. Dr. Regan dedicated his life to treating patients from the southside of Chicago through his practice at Southside Orthopedics and Palos Community Hospital. During his prestigious career, Dr. Regan served as team physician for multiple high schools and colleges including Amos Alonzo Stagg High School, Brother Rice High School, Leo High School, St. Laurence High School, Andrew High School, Marist High School, Mount Carmel High School, Moraine Valley Community College, St. Xavier University. One of his most gratifying accomplishments was his induction into the St. Xavier University Athletic Hall of Fame in 2003. Outside of his career, he loved fishing with his family and weekends at the lake. He will be greatly missed by those that experienced his unparalleled generosity. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Monday 10:00 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to St. Michael Church, 14327 Highland Avenue, Orland Park, IL Mass 10:45 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation or the Lone Survivor Foundation in his memory. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Jun. 28 to Jun. 30, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Regan

23 Entries

George Griggs

June 13, 2024

I miss you Tom

Frank Ondrey MD PhD

November 4, 2021

Was Just thinking of Dr Regan recently. Saw him on the BRHS sidelines when I was a student team photographer late 1970s. He took care of a minor knee injury of mine in about 1983 and was great. Belated condolences for a gentleman physician who epitomized the best of what the medical profession offers to our patients.

Maureen Fleckenstein

August 6, 2019

Recently heard the sad news of Dr. Regan's passing. My condolences to his wife and family. May beautiful memories bring you comfort forever. I too was a patient due to the insistence of a dear friend who told me you have to let Dr. Regan replace your knees as he is the best,. So blessed I took that advice and recovered beautifully and can enjoy pain free mobility with both knees today. RIP Dr. Regan, You will always be remembered in my prayers.

Cindy & Dan Wolski

July 17, 2019

We are so very sorry to hear of Dr. Regans passing. He was a wonderful doctor to our family for many years but more importantly he was a friend to us. When our daughter was getting married on June 17, 2017, Dr.Regan being the kind soul that he was, let me come in to the office on June 12,2017 to get a cortisone shot with my husband even though he needed to leave to see his new grand baby. He knew it was important for us to be able to dance with our daughter on her wedding day, especially my husband. We will miss you Dr. Regan, you were one of the good ones !!

Lolita Perlas

July 16, 2019

I called the clinic today to make an appointment after an extended vacation abroad and was surprised why it said it was a non working number. I looked up his name and his obituary came up. I am so sad- Dr Regan made my pains go away- he did surgery on my right shoulder and would give me shots on my left shoulder - and his bedside manner at PALOS was outstanding- kind, soft spoken , compassionate and made one laugh inspite of the pain- I will never forget you , Dr Regan , you are an awesome doctor- my sincerest condolences to the family.

Al Krajewski

July 12, 2019

God bless you Dr Regan. Best Doc ever. You helped so many people with so much. Rest In Peace. May you see thru the water to all those fish you liked to catch.
Al Krajewski/ Orland Toyota
Just heard the sad news from my family GP this am.
To the whole family- you all had a great husband , dad , grandpa, everyone who new him.

Susan Zelisko

July 9, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Regan was a god sent to me. If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't be walking. My prayers go out to his wonderful family. Each visit I would hear a little tidbit about his daughters and grandchildren. I am sure God saved a wonderful spot in heaven for a man like him.

Bill Arnold

July 4, 2019

I am a classmate of Tom's from Brother Rice.While I went to the Uof I for medical school we saw each other frequently since at that time Loyola med school was located in the West side medical center along with the U of I. Subsequently we saw each other less frequently due to our busy practice lives on the opposite sides of town. As a Rheumatologist at Lutheran General Hospital for 40 years I worked closely with many Orthopedic surgeons. When a patient came to me from the southside and needed Orthopedic care I would often send them to Tom.
There are several personal and professional anecdotes that I could share about Tom. But instead it's his overwhelming generosity that deserves comment. Tom was generous of both his time and attention in a way that let friend, family member, patient, etc- mostly anyone who was lucky enough to know him, feel truly appreciated and valued, not judged. He was the first to step up and offer to help and the last to leave a patient in pain or a friend in need. His generosity is a remarkable characteristic that defined him as an Orthopedist and a person. It was just who he was, period. The world is a poorer place because of Tom's passing.

Joe and Joyce Ippolito

July 3, 2019

Dr. Regan was a great surgeon and a kind and caring man. My husband and I have many great memories of him several stick out, showing his sense of humor and great thoughtfulness. I was at my post op visit for my Rt. knee replacement and he was about to check the incision. He noticed I had a Wonder Woman band aid at the top and peeled it off for the inspection, afterwards, he asked why I had that band aid on my incision. I explained that my granddaughter put it there to give me Super Powers for a speedy recovery. Without cracking a smile he carefully placed the band aid back on the incision saying "I can't believe I didn't think of that first." Also at Christmas time we would give him some homemade giardiniera and dried sausage for which he always responded with a personal thank you for the Special Treat! Thanks for the memories Dr. Regan, you will be greatly missed. Until we meet again!

Joe and Joyce Ippolito

Elaine

July 2, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure you are hearing many stories
of what a remarkable doctor he was. I myself had, two torn meniscus & two fronzen shoulder. Each time I came in he would said " did the dogs do this to you". I know those Labradors Retrivers are strong..& we would just laugh. He never forgot. My sincere condolences to his wife & family. May he rest in peace until we meet again.

Elaine

June 30, 2019

We shape our lives not by what we carry with us but with what we leave behind. With condolences in the loss of someone whose giving of self touched so many.
Mrs. Alfred R. Brazen

Schroeder's

June 30, 2019

We were privileged to have Dr. Regan replace both of our R & L hips.

Dr. Regan gifted us with the memory of his
professionalism, bedside manner and sense
of humor.

Our sincere condolences to Mrs.Regan and
family.

Al Sorenson

June 30, 2019

A wonderful doctor and even better man. I was a patient of his for nearly 20 years. My sympathies to his family. He will be sorely missed.

June 30, 2019

Dear Regan Family:

I am sorry for your loss.

Our heavenly Father promises to help you during this difficult time. Read Isiah 41:10-13, when you have a moment.

EB

Jim Bray

June 30, 2019

One of the finest guys I had the pleasure to work alongside. "All earthly sorrow ends in His embrace..."

Aileen Collura

June 29, 2019

I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Regan for 17 years as OR manager at Palos Hospital. He was a man of integrity ,compassion, and commitment to his profession as healer.' I was always impressed by his philosophy that his patients' needs so often came before his own schedule's conflicts. I ,as many others, were fortunate indeed to be his patient. He will be missed . My sincere condolences to his wife and family.. May he rest in peace; and until we meet again , may God hold you in the palm of His

June 29, 2019

Great guy,rembrr Tom from Brother Rice.
Denny Mulloy Class of 62

Mary Jo Scahill James

June 29, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed. We went to St. Sabina together and he replaced my knees and hips. RIP Tom.
Mary Jo Scahill James

June 28, 2019

May God's promise at Isa 35:10 that "Grief will flee away replaced with unending joy"sustain the family during this difficult time.Sincerely,hw

Jeff Newman

June 28, 2019

Tom is one of the finest men I have had the privilege of knowing - a kind and generous person, a wonderful doctor, and a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with Tom and his entire family.

Mary Graves

June 28, 2019

I was a patient of Dr.Regan. He did a left knee replacement on me 9 years ago. I was going to have him do my right knee before I found out about him retiring. He was such an awesome doctor! I loved him! He was a very serious doctor which made his bedside manner excellent for me because I am a very serious person myself. There will never be another doctor like him! I will keep his family in my prayers & thoughts! I love it that he was Catholic as I am also.

Jack Woods

June 28, 2019

Tom and I were classmates and friends at Brother Rice. I remember his parents, their house in Beverly, and a couple double dates he and I had with the ladies from Mother McAuley. Tom had an interest in medicine even back in high school. I was his designated compadre for a number of weekend visits (arranged by one of his relatives) to Cook County Hospital and even the Medical Examiner's office to witness various medical procedures. Oy vey. Tom enjoyed these visits much more than me which is one of the reasons he became a doctor and I ended up in the advertising agency business. RIP my old friend.

June 28, 2019

Katie and Family
My condolences for you loss.
Sheree Bonke

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