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William James Obituary
William Dudley "Bill" James, Jr., age 85, U.S. Army Veteran of WWII, beloved husband of Rosemary (nee Burns) for 57 years; loving father of Carol (Mark) Cermak, Joanna Kuhne, Eileen (Tony) McKenzie, Willie James, Rosann (Chris) Moore and Matt (Peggy) James; proud "OPA" of his 16 grandchildren and one great grandchild; fond brother-in-law of Frank (Kathy) Burns and uncle of many nieces and nephews. Bill will be always remembered for his great passion for sailing and adventure. Family and friends will gather at Christ the King Church, 9235 S. Hamilton Ave. Chicago, IL 60643 on Saturday morning for memorial visitation, 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. Mass 12 Noon. Private Interment. Memorials to Christ the King School Foundation are most appreciated. Info: Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors 708-636-5500 To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Fr Gavin Quinn
January 7, 2012
Dear Rosemary and family: I am sorry I can't be with you today as you celebrate Bill's life' The word 'goodbye' is taken from a English phrase, 'God be with ye". If you believe in Jesus,you never say 'goodbye' for the last time....When I have the privilege of burying WWII vets, I always say 'all gave some and some gave all.' This great generation gave what they could so we could have what we have. We are the land of the free because of the brave....Also, as a Mt Carmel grad,I know that Bill followed the way of the Carmelite motto - 'With Zeal I will be Zealous for the Lord God of hosts.' On this day before we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany, I know Bill was one of your stars, showing God's love as best as he could. Saints are flawed individuals with great courage and generous hearts. You could put that on Bill's tombstone....May the Lord hold Bill and all of you in the palm of His loving hand. Shalom
January 7, 2012
Carol, from the stories I have heard about your Dad he was a very special guy. Keep the memories and celebrate his life. Susan
January 6, 2012
Dear James Family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. James.. I want to send the love and prayers from our family. My parents, Bill and Angie, loved Rosemary and Bill so much. Me too. Eileen and Willie I send a big hug to you both and to all your brothers and sisters. What a great man Bill was. Very inspirational to me. Love, Mary Jean Ryan - Seattle, Wa.
Pat & Kathleen Heneghan
January 6, 2012
You have always shared such wonderful memories of your Dad and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great loss.
Mary Jane O'Connor
January 5, 2012
Dear Carol,
Just learned of your loss. Just wanted you to know that my thoughts are with you and your family at this diffiult time. All my prayers are with you.
January 5, 2012
Rosann,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss.
Your Friend,
Joel Blatz, Excelsior, MN
January 5, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maureen Corbett
January 5, 2012
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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