Brian J. McGinnis

Brian J. McGinnis, beloved son of the late Patrick "Bucko" and Jean, loving father of Erin and Ian, great co-parent with Sheila, loving brother of Dr. Patrick (Kathleen), Michael (Kathy), Carol (Patrick) Ret. C.P.D. Fleming, Thomas (Marsha), Kevin (Linda), Stephen Ret. C.F.D. (Teri), John (Katie), and Mark (Patty) McGinnis, fond uncle of 27 nieces and nephews, and beloved friend to many. A Queen of Martyrs graduate 1971, Brian was Captain of the football team at Leo High School, playing both offense and defense, and was top of his class, graduating in 1975. Brian was awarded the Chick Evans Scholarship and graduated from Marquette University in 1980. He received his Masters in Public Administration from Governors State University several years later. He dedicated his career and later retired from the City of Chicago, last assigned as the Managing Deputy Commissioner to the Department of Buildings.
Brian was avid golfer, biker, and baseball fan. His fondest memories include countless hours coaching and watching his son, Ian, play baseball. He attended every game and was known by coaches and players alike as a super fan. He also enjoyed coaching and watching his daughter, Erin, play golf and closely followed her career in her field of choice, genetic counseling. He left us all with many great memories and lots of laughter. Most importantly, his lasting legacy is that he was a treasured father to his greatest gifts, Erin and Ian.
Visitation Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Gianna Molla Church (formerly Queen of Martyrs) 103rd St. and Central Park Avenue, Evergreen Park; Mass at 12:00 p.m.; A Live Stream of the Mass is available by following this link: https://www.asimplestreaming.com/bjmcginnis. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery; In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Chicago https://www.namichicago.org/donate-online. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge, IL. For Funeral info (708) 422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.