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Thomas "Tom" J. McInerney, age 77, late of Mokena, IL, passed away January 3, 2026. U.S Vietnam Navy Veteran. Devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He was a member of the VFW in Mokena, IL. Avid fan of the Chicago Bears. He enjoyed the outdoors, watching and playing sports, and camping. Most of all he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed.
Beloved husband of Jacqueline McInerney (nee Dauphinais) for 46 years. Loving father of Jaime and Kevin (Sara) McInerney. Cherished grandfather of Aidan, Finnegan, and Maven. Caring brother of Daniel McInerney, the late Trish (Phil) Johnson, and the late Tina McInerney. Dear son of the late Donald and late Marilynn McInerney. Kind uncle of several nieces and nephews. Loving godfather of Carly Wylde.
Visitation, Sunday, January 11, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 19604 S. Wolf Rd. Mokena, IL 60448. Prayers at the Funeral Home, Monday, January 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. to St. Mary Church in Mokena, IL for 11:30 a.m. Funeral Mass. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Harmon, IL on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the VFW in Mokena, IL. For more information (708) 479-1210 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com
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19604 South Wolf Road, Mokena, IL 60448

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