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Mike Hennessey
June 13, 2024
Grandpa,
I want you to know that we miss you very much. We speak of you often.
We have carried on your donut tradition.
Please continue to watch over everyone.
Love, Mike
Kevin C
April 26, 2024
Dear Grandpa
I keep thinking about you, I´m missing you a lot. I miss seeing you in your chair and having you help me learn new things. I can´t believe it´s been 10 years already, it feels like your watching over me and I really hope you´re proud of me and everything I am accomplishing. A lot of stuff has changed since you passed and just wish you were still here. I love you grandpa, please keep watching over me up there in heaven
Nick
April 24, 2024
Grandpa, while thinking of you today, I realized it´s been 10 years since you passed. It still feels as though you here. That goes to show the great impact you left with your family. So much has changed since you passed, but I know you are watching from a greater place. I just wanted to say thank you for everything, and being the great example you were. The older I get, the more I understand the words you preached, and the lessons you taught me. I will see you again, Love Nick.
Jim and Ellen
April 19, 2014
April 19, 2014
Dear Ellen,
I can't tell you how bad I feel that I am unable to attend the Mass for Jim. The doctor has advised me not to make long drives, even though I do not agree with him, I am forced to comply. It saddens me not to be there so I can console and exchange stories about Jim and I over the years.
It seems like only yesterday, that I met Jim who was the new kid on the block. I am going to venture to guess that it was about 1935. We became friends from then on. We were on the same baseball team, used Pop's store as gathering place at Fulton and La Vergne. Attended many dances at St. Mels. We enjoyed the good life until WW2 started and that broke up the whole gang.
After three years of separation we reunited and formed the Fulton Club, and our numbers increased when our wives joined.
I saw Jim at the Farragut Navy Base in Idaho when I was in a Navy School, and Jim was in Boot Camp.
Jim and I used to have lunch together in Chicago Heights as well as Oak Brook.
I am the person I am today because of the influence of all my friends I grew up with on the West Side. We are now down to Bob Dawson and me. It is not comforting to know that our time will come.
The people in the Fulton Club turned out to be good husbands and fathers. I think we have left a lasting legacy with our children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
May the Peace of the Lord be with your family and you always.
Love,
Joe
April 19, 2014
I loved the donuts with sprinkles, Grandpa. I am going to miss you a lot. You are the greatest Grandpa!!! I love you.
Mike
Linda Jackowiak
April 16, 2014
Uncle Jim...you will be sorely missed. My times with you, though limited, we're very happy memories. You were one of a kind. Sending you one last hug...you grew to allow those eventually. Prayers of comfort for the entire family. If I can help with anything...call. Linda Jackowiak
April 16, 2014
Mr. Richards, You were a good man with a beautiful family. I will miss you. My heart goes out to Mrs. Richards, your 8 children and your 11 grandchildren.
Laurie B.
Kevin (Chez) Pries Family
April 16, 2014
So sorry for your loss.Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Richards family.
Rose and Rich Gadzinski
April 16, 2014
Mr.Richards was a great man and neighbor. He will be missed by everyone.Prayers and love go out to the Richards Family.
April 16, 2014
so sorry to hear about the loss of a good man. have lots of good memories of mr. Richards and the whole Richards family. my thoughts and prayers are with you all. john bruno
Lizzy
April 15, 2014
Grandpa,
My memories of you will be in my heart forever. I will miss seeing you in your green chair. I love you gramps!
April 15, 2014
Grampa,
I love you, and I will miss you. Thank you for all of the love you gave to our family and all of the happy times we shared together. Those memories will live in my heart forever.
Love,
V.
April 15, 2014
Dear Grampa,
Thank you for always giving me treats and letting me sit on your lap. When I visit your house, I keep looking for you in your room. I love you!
Love,
Muffy
April 15, 2014
He was my big brother. He looked out for me from the day I was born. No one could compare with his caring and love of family. I will miss him terribly. Rest in Peace, big brother. I love you. Helen
April 15, 2014
Mr. Jim was our neighbor. He was very kind and always had a smile on his face. He
will be greatly missed. May God comfort Mrs. Ellen and family during this time.
Love, Gail & Carlos
April 15, 2014
Grandpa, you will always be my favorite of everyone in the family. I'll love you forever.
Emily Kathleen
I love you forever!
Jim & Ellen
April 14, 2014
Ellen & Jim
April 14, 2014
Jim with his sister Helen, father Harry, sister Dorothy, and mother Victoria
April 14, 2014
Jim, Harry, Dorothy, Helen
April 14, 2014
April 14, 2014
April 14, 2014
Proud United States World War II Navy Veteran
April 14, 2014
Toni Baikauskas
April 14, 2014
The gates of heaven opened up for another "GLENGATE GREAT!" REST IN PEACE, Mr. Richards!!!!
Dave and Mary (Hac) Stockton
April 14, 2014
Mr. Richards was one of the kindest neighbors on the block and he always had a smile and wave for everyone. I want to let you all know that our prayers are with you. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Rick Bruno
April 14, 2014
A wonderful man whom I always respected. I will always remember his smile. My condolences to his wonderful family. God bless you, Mr Richards.
Patty
April 14, 2014
Love and Peace to you, Dad.
I will know you are near whenever I see the things that brought you joy: a happy dog, a good storm rolling in, chocolate...you enjoyed the simple things in life. I hope to always do the same.
Thank you for everything. You were a wonderful Father to me.
I love you and will always miss you!
Mary Catherine
April 13, 2014
Heartfelt sympathy out to all. I will always remember his quick smile and great humor.
Guy Jacobucci
April 13, 2014
A true gentlemen and the best neighbor you could ever ask for...Rest in Peace, Mr Richards.
Kelly
April 13, 2014
He was a veteran of World War II. He was the best grandpa ever. I was blessed to know him. He will forever be in my heart. We will reunite.
Richard Kentaft and Family
April 13, 2014
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Lynn
April 13, 2014
Dear family and friends we offer our condolences.Draw close to God during this difficult time. He promises to reunite us with our loved ones on a Paradise earth.
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