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James Leavy Obituary

Leavy, James A. Was born into eternity December 3rd 2014, surrounded by those that loved him. He was preceded in death by his dear and loving mother, Jean. Jim served proudly in the U.S. Army and was a member of the Marrs Meyer American Legion and President Emeritus of the Irish Supper Club. Jim was a beloved and adopted member of The McNicholas family and earned the love and respect of many caring friends. Visitation Friday, December 12th from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 South Southwest Hwy (7700 W), Palos Hills. Funeral Saturday 10:30 a.m. to St. Patricia Catholic Church for an 11:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be made to The Wounded Warrior Project. Orrico Kourelis Funeral Services Inc. Directing. Interment Private.

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Published by SouthtownStar on Dec. 10, 2014.

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David Gaidas and Family

December 10, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Arlene Harhen

December 8, 2014

James "Uncle Louie" Leavy was a good friend and comfort to me and my brother in law Neil Cole during my late sister's illness in 1998. Never saw him down. My condolences to all his family and friends on his passing.
We will meet again somewhere....I will always remember the bag pipes.

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Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

Dec

13

Funeral

10:30 a.m.

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Dec

13

Mass of Christian Burial

11:30 a.m.

St. Patricia Catholic Church

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Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

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