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Vince Gavin Obituary
A B
February 17, 2017
I lost a good and trusted friend. I never got a chance to say goodbye to him. I know he's up in heaven dancing with his cowboy hat on. My condolences to the Gavin family.
Darin Taylor
January 23, 2017
Here's to the memory of fair minded guy that I enjoyed working with during his time at Navy Pier. He will be sorely missed. I pray for the family he has left behind and wish them all well.
January 23, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss Eileen. I did not sign my name but Larry met Vince up at our summer home in Burlington, Wi. and of course we met at St. Killians in grade school and both attending AOL. God Bless you and please email me. Love, Carolyn Doody
I will pray for your family Robert K Gorman Attorney
January 22, 2017
I knew Vince from political functions and theCPD Liquor License Unit he was always kind to me and my entire family he was a great and dear man I always enjoyed meeting and talking to him over the last 30 Years I will truely miss him I just found out about his passing it made me very sad we are all better for knowing him.
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Al Lewis
November 20, 2016
We were one of the merchants in Evergreen Plaza, Alberto's, and Vince was always so good to us. He was always so kind and helpful thru so many years. Even when he moved on to Navy Pier, he continued to be so kind. Such a wonderful, honorable man. We are so sad to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers to all his family.
Al Lewis
November 20, 2016
We were one of the merchants in Evergreen Plaza, Alberto's, and Vince was always so good to us. He was always so kind and helpful thru so many years. Even when he moved on to Navy Pier, he continued to be so kind. Such a wonderful, honorable man. We are so sad to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers to all his family.
November 18, 2016
We were very sorry and shocked to hear of Vince's passing. I met Vince up in Burlington Wi. at my father' cottage. And I was a good friend of Eileen's. We attended AOL, Longwood Academy together. God Bless Eileen, Peggy, Ed and the whole Gavin Family.
Natalie Riegel
November 15, 2016
I worked in Evergreen Plaza when he managed it. He was always so kind and a true gentleman. Deepest sympathy to his family.
Don Petkus
November 15, 2016
A real loss to Chicago. Knew him (and his brother Ed) from the days at the Southtown Economist then through CPD, Evergreen Plaza, Jane Byrne, Montini, etc. May God have mercy on him and accept him into his heavenly forever.
November 14, 2016
RREST IN PEACE
CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS
ED LAMMEL
EVERGREEN PARK
RETIRED DIV CHIEF EPFD
November 14, 2016
The students from St. Kilian's will miss him. He was the go-to altar boy server, living across the street from the Church.
Ed Berleman
ignacio Sanchez
November 14, 2016
I work as a painter at Navvy Pier and Vince was
always a great guy.
My condolences to his family.
Navy Pier McCormick place Paint Dept.
November 13, 2016
On behalf of the Montini Catholic Board of Directors, our deepest sympathy to the Gavin family. Vince was a key member of our board and a good friend to the school. His leadership was instrumental in securing the future of the school. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. We will all miss him.
Wally Weisenburger
Chair, Montini Catholic High School
Vince Kennedy
November 13, 2016
May God Bless Vince and his family.
Peter Nolan
November 13, 2016
I was a reporter for Channel 5 when Vince was on Mayor Richard j. Daley's security detail. My job was to get Mayor Daley to talk to my camera. Vince's job was to keep me and my crew at a safe distance. We got along very well. He was a real gentleman and professional. I ran into him downtown a few years back and we had some fun remembering those old days. My condolences to his family. I will pray for his soul. Peter Nolan
Mary Beth Thanasouras
November 13, 2016
My sincere sympathy to the Gavin family on the loss of Vince. May memories of him give you comfort. You will be in my prayers.
November 12, 2016
Vince was a student in my eight grade class at St. Kilian's in 1956-57. In the last ten years I have seen Vince a few times really and enjoyed seeing him and visiting him. Vince was a very special person and I loved being with him. Vince was wonderful to the core. Eileen you have my prayers and sympathy. I regret not having the opportunity to spend more time with him but I give thanks for renewing a few hours with him. Great person, very Irish. He and his family are held in my heart and in my prayers. Love, sister John norton
Lisa, Mark and Dash Molloy
November 12, 2016
All our love to you, Joe, and the entire Gavin family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
MIKE CARLSON
November 12, 2016
A good friend for many years. RIP.
November 12, 2016
Vince was an innovator, a bright businessman. He will be missed by many friends. Your family is on our prayers.
Kevin and Diane Reynolds
Chuck Richards
November 12, 2016
Eileen and the entire Gavin Family, So sorry to hear about cousin Vince. He was an excellent role model for his younger cousins, all of whom admired him. Our prayers are with you all.
Sue Freeman
November 12, 2016
To all the Gavins, we are so sorry for your loss. God bless, Sue (Joyce) and Ken Freeman and family
Jim Kroulaidis
November 11, 2016
Gavin Family , sorry to hear about Vince ,I knew him from the Mayors detail he would stop in the firehouse on Lowe he was a very nice gentleman. RIP I'll keep him in my prayers
Dan Joyce
November 11, 2016
Eileen, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. Please convey my sympathy to all of the Gavins.
bill oboyle
November 11, 2016
My condolence to the Gavin family. I worked with Vince and his brother Ed, just great people. My prayers are with the Gavin Family.
Jack& Janette Molloy
November 11, 2016
We were very sorry to hear of Vince's passing. Our condolences to the Gavin family. May God Bless.
November 11, 2016
Sorry to hear about Vince.
Dan & Marty McNicholas
November 11, 2016
Eileen & Family,
We are so sorry to learn of Cousin Vince's passing. I remember so many good times at Aunt Sissy & Uncle Vince's bungalow across from St Killian's. Eddie, Vincie ,Peggy & Joey were my older cousins (not by much) and they paved the way for all of us. You are all in our prayers.
Love, Gail (Richards) Comeau
Michaelene Kelly
November 11, 2016
Vince was always so good to me and to my children. He would always praise Eileen to the moon and back and was so proud of his children. So many of the old Plaza gang is gone...but not forgotten. My thoughts and sympathy go out to all the Gavins.
Robert Griffin
November 11, 2016
Vince Good guy > Always had time for anyone. Class all the way. Bob Marilyn Bob Griffin
November 11, 2016
Eileen and Gavin family. Vince was a great guy. He will be really missed Love frank and Jo bujan
Russ Barone
November 11, 2016
My condolences to the Vince Gavin family.From a friend and Brother Rice classmate
~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain
November 11, 2016
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Vince will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 13 NOV, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]
Nancy Hennigan
November 11, 2016
Eileen, I am so sorry to hear of Vince's passing. I am keeping you and the kids in my prayers. Nancy Hennigan
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