Thomas R. Durkin

Thomas R. Durkin obituary, Chicago Ridge, IL

Thomas R. Durkin

Thomas Durkin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge on Dec. 17, 2025.
Age 41; Passed away suddenly; Devoted husband of Rachel, nee Doyle; Loving father of Mallaney, Tommy, and Makenzie; Cherished son of JoAnn Durkin, and Tom Durkin; Beloved brother of Colleen (Drew) Burns, Billy (Taylor) Durkin, and Danny (Emilia) Durkin; Dear son-in-law of Debbie and John Doyle; Fond brother-in-law of Brian (Courtney) Doyle, Kevin (Mallory) Doyle, and Brittany (Mike) Schipits; Treasured nephew, cousin, uncle, and friend to many; Visitation Monday, 3:00 to 8:00 p.m.; Funeral Tuesday, all family and friends will meet directly at St. Christina Church, 111th & Christiana Ave., Chicago, IL; Mass 11:30 a.m.; Interment Private; In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Tommy's family using the GoFundMe fundraiser. All funds donated will go directly to Rachel and their kids. Any amount will help them as they try to heal together. You may make a donation by using this link; https://gofund.me/5418f06f2. For Funeral info (708) 422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com

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