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Christopher Durcan Obituary
Christopher M. Durcan, Esq., was born November 9, 1971 in Winchester, Va. to Dr. Frank and Linda (Hutton) Durcan. He passed away peacefully October 15, 2016 in Woodstock, Ill.
Christopher is survived by his wife of 14 years, Martha (nee Van Witzenburg); children, James and Matilda; mother Linda Hutton; brothers Dr. Mark and Tracy Durcan; sister Sara Durcan; many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
A funeral mass was held Saturday, October 22 at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Crystal Lake, Ill. Inurnment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org.
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Memories and Condolences
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Laura Macdonald Dawson
November 2, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew the Durcans when lived in Woodstock, VA. Sending prayers to all the family
Stephanie Funai
October 30, 2016
I just heard the news last night. I knew Chris in middle school and will always have the fondest memories of him. My whole family sends their love.
Patti Lynch
October 29, 2016
Having taught Christopher in the 4th grade (Mrs. Mitchell) at Hugh Mercer, I was most saddened to learn this untimely news. Christopher was an extraordinary child, a collaborative student and a passionate friend. With prayers and sincere sympathy to the Durcan family, as this angel shares his strength with those he loved.
Colleen Karabetsos
October 22, 2016
Chris and I worked together and he was a pleasure to be around. He loved his family deeply and was so proud of his children.
Please know I will keep him and his family in my prayers.
Carmen Coronado
October 21, 2016
My condolences and prayers to the entire Durcan family. I had the pleasure of working for Chris and he was always such a nice man.
Leo Bezdek
October 21, 2016
Martha, my heart aches for you, James, Matilda and all your family. My prayers for your peace and comfort are with you now and will be with you in the difficult days and months ahead.
Susan, Leo, Lily and Tom Mansfield
October 21, 2016
Martha, James and Matilda, we are so sorry to hear about Christopher's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen & Don Barkley
October 20, 2016
Martha, Matilda and James,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are holding you in our prayers.
Michelle (Turner). McClellan
October 20, 2016
Martha, I am so sorry for your loss. You and the children are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sarah Nearhoff
October 19, 2016
Dear Martha, James, Matilda, and family-
My heart is heavy upon hearing of your loss of Christopher. Please know that there are so many people, including myself, lifting you up in prayer and supporting you in any need you may have during this very difficult time.
With genuine sympathy,
Sarah (Schulz), Bill, and Ben Nearhoff
Shelley Madsen
October 19, 2016
Martha, James and Matilda, so sorry for your loss. Durcan was a great person and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Shelley, Scott and Joshua
Colin Lardner
October 18, 2016
This hurts to hear. I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was a fellow border and teammate at Prep. He was a great guy and always enjoyable to be with. He was kind and thoughtful and full of whit. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rita Garry
October 18, 2016
Martha, I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss and send my prayers of hope to you and your family.
Rita
Tim and Lori MacAlpine
October 17, 2016
So sorry for your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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