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Kenneth Cahill Obituary
Kenneth "Ken" P. Cahill
GRIFFITH, IN - Kenneth "Ken" P. Cahill age 70, of Griffith, IN, answered Our Lord's call on Friday, December 31, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Ken is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Mary Cahill (nee Hurst); beloved children: Michelle (Jim) Vogt, Mike (Allison) Cahill, Billy (Kelsey) Cahill, and Katie (Jeremy) Starks; precious grandchildren: Ethan Vogt, Max Vogt, and Connor Cahill; dearest brothers and sisters-in-law: Bill (Donna) Hurst and Peggy (Mike) Dzugan; closest friend of 63 years: Bill (Sue) Bero; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents: Harold and Frances Cahill (nee Ehardt); mother and father-in-law: Edward and Gertrude Hurst; and sister: Kathleen (Richard) Fernschuss.
Ken was born in Hyde Park, IL and worked for the University of Chicago. He was a skilled carpenter for over 35 years. Ken proudly served in the United States Navy in the Caribbean. He was also a proud volunteer of V.E.S.T. in Griffith. Ken was an active member and usher at St. James Church. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather that will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
A visitation will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022 at SOLAN PRUZIN FUNERAL HOME, 14 Kennedy Ave., Schererville, IN from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at St. James the Less Church, 9640 Kennedy Ave, Highland, IN 46322 on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 10:30 AM, with Rev. Gregory Bim-Merle officiating. Kenneth will lie-in-state at the church from 10:00 AM until time of service. Services conclude at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research or Humane Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Cahill
Doug Nick
January 7, 2022
So sorry Mary. Ken will surely be missed and I'm glad to have worked with him for almost four decades! Sorry I cant make it.
Jean Furlong
January 5, 2022
Being as Dan was career military, we left the area over 62 years ago. The result was we saw less of the family over the years than we would have liked.
We were at Ken and Mary's wedding and saw them at reunions we were able to make.
Dan has also gone home to God so to a degree I understand the grief in your family.
I found Ken to be a friendly, welcoming person and enjoyed his company on the occasions I was privileged to share it.
My deepest sympathy to Mary and all the family he has left behind.
I would really like to be there but age and possible adverse weather sort of prevents that.
Love to all, YOU all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jean
Arnie & Margie
January 4, 2022
Through the tears, we have been remembering great Ken moments with smiles and laughs. He will be missed but his memory lives on in our hearts. Love to All of you.
Pamela Furlong Backstrom
January 4, 2022
Mary and Family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there in person as you were when my dad passed. The two of you were like two puzzle pieces - you just fit together perfectly.
What is remembered lives. May his memory be eternal.
~Pam
Sharon Rossie
January 4, 2022
I've known Ken since he was 7 years old. He was my brother's best friend and a really great guy. I recall his many trips to our house, playing baseball in the field across from his house and so many more childhood memories. His memory will live on and so will he.
January 4, 2022
Dear Mary
We are so sad and heartbroken for you and your family but I know how strong your love was for each other and for your whole family. He will live on in your hearts forever.Know that you are also in our hearts and prayers ♥
Donna and Pat
Mary Ann Hansen
January 3, 2022
Dear Mary and family, I’m so sorry; our deepest sympathies to all of you. What a wonderful and kind man. His legacy carries on through each of you. Prayers for peace and comfort and a never ending stream of wonderful memories.
Love you, Mary Ann Hansen and family
Bill Bero
January 3, 2022
My best friend. Was always there. Thank God for 62 years of great memories. There'll never be another like him. THE best. Will be sorely, sorely missed.
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