Joan O'Keefe

Joan O'Keefe obituary, Chicago, IL

Joan O'Keefe

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All Saints Catholic Cemetery

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Joan O'Keefe Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes - Niles on Oct. 11, 2025.

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Joan O'Keefe, nee McNally of Glenview, devoted wife for 59 years of the late Deacon Robert; wonderful mother of Kevin Edward, Patrick, Timothy (Laurie), Mary (John) Walsh, Kathleen (Larry) O'Neill, Eileen (Bob) Reisel and the late Dennis; dear grandmother of 17 grandchildren - Christine (Brian), Brian (Deb), Emily (Chris), Frank (Jaclyn), Eileen, Erin (Frank), Maureen (Donato), Megan (Drew), Colin, Katherine (Evan), Patrick (Abigail), Sean (Marisa), Allison, Johnny, Margaret (Brendan), Vincent and the late Daniel; beloved great grandma of - Mady, Ava, Aoife, Tessa, Thomas, Haley, George, Cora, Joanna, Olivia, Dorothy, William, Riley, Jackson, and 3 soon to be born. A very proud sister of Alice (late Cy), late Mary (late John), late James (late Kitty), late Francis, late Catherine (late Richard) and Joan was also very involved with her many nieces, and nephews.
A special gratitude of thanks and appreciation to all of the caregivers who treated Joan so kindly. Your hard work and prayers will never be forgotten.
Visitation Wednesday, October 15th, 8:30 am - 10:30 am at Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home. If you will be attending the funeral mass, please park at the church and walk to the funeral home for the visitation. All friends and family will process on foot from the funeral home to St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church. Mass 11:00 am. Immediately following mass the funeral will leave in procession with all of the cars following the hearse from church to All Saints Cemetery. A committal service will be held at the chapel of All Saints Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Joan's memory to Misericordia in support of Johnny Reisel MFA#6342A. Misericordia, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660. or www.misericordia.com
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October 11, 2025

The Halpin Family posted to the memorial.

October 11, 2025

Mike O´Mara posted to the memorial.

October 11, 2025

Eddie and Rosa Diaz sent flowers.

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The Halpin Family

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Mike O´Mara

October 11, 2025

Dear O´Keefe family,

We were shocked to hear of Joan´s passing. At times like this our memories go back to the times we shared together (Silver Lake in the summer). Over the years life has interrupted these get- togethers...working outside of the US, retiring in the Southwest....but the wonderful, vivid memories are still there!
Joan lived a full life filled with family and friends. You will all be able to reflect on these memories as the days go by and be filled with her love.
A donation has been made in Joan´s name to the recommended charity.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike O´Mara and family,
Phoenix, AZ

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Eddie and Rosa Diaz

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The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

October 11, 2025

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

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Visitation

8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home of Niles

8025 W. Golf Road, Niles, IL 60714

Send Flowers

Oct

15

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

St. Isaac Jogues Church

8149 W. Golf Rd, Niles, IL 60714

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Oct

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Service

12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

All Saints Catholic Cemetery

700 N. River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.