John J. O'Keeffe

John J. O'Keeffe obituary, Alsip, IL

John J. O'Keeffe

John O'Keeffe Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge on Feb. 4, 2026.
John J. O'Keeffe, of Evergreen Park; Loving husband of Patricia (nee Lococo); Beloved father of Mary (Kevin) Karl and John Jr. (Magen) O'Keeffe; Adoring grandfather of Katharine Karl and the late Sean O'Keeffe; Son of the late Aidan O'Keeffe; Nephew of the late Helen and the late William Lang, the late Sister Vida O'Keeffe, O.P.; Cousin of the late Bill Lang; Son-in-law of the late Francis and Lorraine Lococo; Brother-in-law of Mary (Arthur) Barkman and Kathleen (the late James Gergits); Fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. John was a retired member of Automobile Mechanics' Local 701. Visitation Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of Chapel Service 11:00 a.m. at Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. For Funeral Info: (708) 422-2700 or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

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