Patrick M Power, Sr.

Patrick M Power, Sr. obituary, Tinley Park, IL

Patrick M Power, Sr.

Patrick M Power, Sr. Obituary

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Patrick Michael Power Sr. Patrick Power left this earth on February 12, 2016 at the age 84. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Dorothy Mae Compton Power. He had been blessed by his children, Nanci Artwohl (Paul), Kate Austin (Gordon), Dotti Hurrle (Don), Diane Reynolds, Patrick Power Jr. (Nancy), and Michael Power (Vasso). Pat was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, a man of conviction and very strong in his faith as a proud parishioner / participant at St. Stephen Catholic Church. He worked for the Illinois Central Railroad and retired after 47 years of dedicated service. He was additionally blessed to have been given from God 14 grandchildren, Kerri Bustios (Michael), Anni Vickery (Adam), Kelli Milliken (Collin), Matt Kniaz, Scott Kniaz (Lindsay), Daniel Kniaz (Juanita), Erin Balmert (Nolan), Lauren Amunson (Chad), and Megan Heidt (T.J.), Megan Reynolds, Emily Power, Patrick Power, Anna Power, Ashley Austin. Patrick was also the proud great grandfather of Paul Bustios, Scarlett Bustios, Remington Vickery, Henry Milliken, Ella Milliken, Francis Kniaz, Charlotte Kniaz, Camryn Kniaz, Conor Kniaz, Jayce Kniaz, Alison Balmert and was looking forward to meeting two more currently on the way into the world. Pat was a devout family man with a fierce love for and loyalty to his wife, children & grandchildren. He never missed a birthday and made sure to honor each with a card, gift, and rousing rendition of Happy Birthday To You. He loved The Fighting Irish, The Chicago Bears, and his beloved Chicago White Sox. He will be missed in life but with us always. Family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort, IL 60423 on Friday February 19th, 2016 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Funeral service at St. Stephen Cathholic Church, 17500 S. 84th Avnenue, Tinley Park, IL 60487 on Saturday, February 20th, 2016 at 10:00 am. Interment, Good Shepherd Cemetery, Orland Park, IL. For information, www.kurtzmemorialchapel.com or 815-806-2225.

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March 17, 2016

Dean Rodgers posted to the memorial.

February 24, 2016

Maggie & Panos Stavrianidis posted to the memorial.

February 19, 2016

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Jan Bedford

February 19, 2016

Dottie, Don and family,
We are praying that God grants you peace during the difficult days ahead.
May your sadness be replaced with the happy memories and joyful times you shared with your father.
Prayers and hugs,
Ron and Jan Bedford

Maggie & Panos Stavrianidis

February 24, 2016

Dear Vasso and Michael
We are very sorry for your loss. May his memory be eternal. We are thinking of you and the entire family during these moments of sorrow.

Dean Rodgers

March 17, 2016

Patrick M Power,Sr was one of a few men I looked up to, and had great respect for when I was young. He and the Power family are part of the reason I believe I became a good person. I thank you for that, and am deeply sorry for such a huge lose. God bless!

Theresa A. Roussel

February 20, 2016

So sorry to hear about your dad. .know John and I are thinking of you this weekend and holding you all in prayer. ..love you, Theresa

Jennifer and Tom Heidt

February 19, 2016

Dottie
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and condolences to you and all of your family.

Mike Eno

February 19, 2016

Mike and family - we are very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

George and Rosie Kostos

February 19, 2016

Dorothy, so sorry for your loss.
We have many fond memories of your family and ours in Richton Park growing up and pPstk Forest. So glad we were blessed of knowing each and everyone.
We send our condolence to each and everyone of your family.
May God Bless You,

Steve & Robyn Watts

February 18, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. We know he was a great man, because he raised 5 wonderful children!

Patti Rau/Judy Goodman

February 18, 2016

JUDY and I are with you in our thoughts and prayers. May the comfort of friends and family be your strength now and in the days ahead. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Stella and Larry

February 17, 2016

Loved seeing "Dad" at the Lake, always had a smile and a big hug! Will miss him "at the Lake"!
Dottie and all the family, feeling your pain.
Stella and Larry

Keeker & Steve Wright

February 18, 2016

We are thinking of and praying for the entire family. What a delightful man he was to visit with while he was here the last few times. Our hearts are breaking for you.
Love,
Keeker & Steve

Cathy Reynolds

February 17, 2016

The Reynolds/Stevenson family is thinking of you during this most difficult time. Mr. Power was a great man that has left a legacy of love and commitment.
Sending love, prayers and hugs to the entire Power Family.
Love,
Cathy, Paul, Helen, Jack & Michael

Todd Fuqua

February 17, 2016

To Mike and Family - I am saddened to hear about your loss. Growing up with you, your family and parents were a big part of my life too. I feel very blessed to have known your father and feel that the influences he on me only made me a better person. My prayers are with you all in this difficult time.

Diane Phillips

February 16, 2016

Such a wonderful man. So honored to have gotten to know him and meet his wonderful family. Thoughts and prayers.

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