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William J. Haggerty Sr.

1930 - 2021

William J. Haggerty Sr. obituary, 1930-2021, Evergreen Park, IL

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John G. Ligda, Ltd. Funeral service

9630 S Ridgeway Ave

Evergreen Park, Illinois

William Haggerty Obituary

Passed peacefully at home on August 1, 2021, age 90 of Evergreen Park; beloved husband of the late Eileen nee Gallagher; devoted father of Eileen (Steve Fox), Kevin (Nina Kang), Karen (Steve Cieslewicz), Laura (Gino Sciacca), Ann (Matthew Harkenrider), Jennifer (Biren Patel), and the late William Jr.; loving grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 6; brother of Jerry (Cathy), Thomas (Terry) and the late Richard Haggerty, Mary Caffrey, Alice DiFibo, Theresa Baker, John, James, and Joseph Haggerty, Ellen Murphy and Nancy Murray; son of the late Richard and Alice nee Cunningham. An Irish Wake and Visitation will be held Friday, August 6th beginning at 12:00 Noon and concluding with a Vigil Service at 8:00 p.m. at the Haggerty Family Home, 9558 S Ridgeway Avenue, Evergreen Park. Funeral Saturday 9:30 a.m. from his late residence with a formal procession to his beloved Church of the Most Holy Redeemer for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, St. Anne Shrine, Lot 809, NW Grave. Additional information including memorial contributions as well as a live stream of the funeral is available online: JohnLigda.com (708) 390-1200

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 4, 2021.

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Thomas R Bennett

September 30, 2021

Jennifer:

I just found out in recent days that your Dad passed away a few weeks ago. I am terribly sorry I missed your Dad's wake (at home....very cool & Old School) and funeral at MHR as I have very fond memories of your Dad at The Saint Michael's League CPD Mass with Barb Callahan LaScola while I absolutely loved your Dad's incredibly passionate devotion to The Blessed Mother as your Dad's handcrafted wooden statue of The Blessed Mother @ your 9858 South Ridgeway inspires Irish Catholics around the World!

Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Gallagher

August 4, 2021

Eileen, Kevin, Karen, Laura, Jennifer, and Ann

Mark and I extend our condolences on the loss of your father. Uncle Bill was such an energetic, fun loving and devout Catholic. From teaching me to dive, to pulling over on the highway to make lemonade on the way to Six Flags, to "stopping by" my house 20 miles away, he always had a smile on his face and a Pepsi in his hand. I will remember that fondly!

Godspeed good man. Billy, Aunt Eileen, Tom, Mary, Grandma & Grandpa Gallagher and so many others are waiting to welcome you home.

Patti & Doug Newberry

August 4, 2021

Uncle Bill: Jesus is waiting at the gates for you, his most faithful son. You brought so much joy for so many years to your large and loving family. You will be missed, but remembered forever for your enthusiasm and zest for life.

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Memorial Events
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Aug

6

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Haggerty Family Home

9558 S Ridgeway Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL

Aug

6

Vigil

8:00 p.m.

Haggerty Family Home

9558 S Ridgeway Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL

Aug

7

Funeral

9:30 a.m.

William's Late Residence

IL

Aug

7

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Church of the Most Holy Redeemer

IL

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John G. Ligda, Ltd. Funeral service

9630 S Ridgeway Ave, Evergreen Park, IL 60805

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