INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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Rick Berardi, age 72 passed away suddenly August 28th, 2024.Rick was born August 12th, 1952 in Chicago. As a young boy Rick made his way through the city of Chicago, finding his roots on Taylor Street, and becoming a White Sox fan. Rick worked for the Cook County Sheriff’s Department where he met and married Teres Accardi. They were married on October 4, 1987 and went on to have 4 boys together. Rick loved his four boys: Anthony (Courtney), Nicola (Corinne), Vincenzo, and Angelo. Rick became a driver for the City of Chicago and retired from his position in 2010. Rick enjoyed his retirement as an avid reader, enjoying the outdoors, and smoking a good cigar. He spent the last four years enjoying his days as the proud papa of Anthony Jr., Ricci, and Mia. Visitation Wednesday, September 4th from 3:00 to 9:00 P.M. at Cumberland Chapels (FRIEL FUNERAL DIRECTORS) 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Rick Berardi Obituary - Norridge, IL | Cumberland Funeral Chapels (cumberlandchapels.com).



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Daniel J. Hermes, age 68, of LaGrange Highlands, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of August 29th, 2024 after a long battle with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) surrounded by his wife of 43 years, Kathy; his sons, Dustin (Jenny) and Colin (Monica); his grandson, Jaxon; and with his late son, Branden, present in spirit. Dan began his remarkable career with the Pleasantview Fire Protection District as a volunteer firefighter in 1977, becoming a full-time firefighter in 1980, Deputy Chief in 1990, Chief in 1995 until his retirement in 2011. Throughout his tenure, he pursued further education, earning a master’s in public administration from the University of Illinois and a master’s in criminal social justice from Lewis University. He also shared his expertise as an adjunct faculty member at Columbia Southern University, Waldorf College, and the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association. Dan was deeply involved in the fire service community, serving on various state and local committees. He was a longtime member and Chairman of the Illinois Fire Chiefs Funeral Committee for 18 years, and he developed programs and taught nationally for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. One of his notable achievements was the development of a comprehensive fire service funeral planning and death benefit guide for the state of Illinois. Throughout his distinguished career, he received numerous accolades. In 1996, he was honored with the Presidential Service Award from the Northern Illinois Alliance of Fire Protection Districts. In 2001, he was selected as the Illinois Fire Chiefs’ first “Fire Chief of the Year,” and in 2012, he was designated Fire Chief Emeritus by the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association. His contributions extended beyond Pleasantview, including the development of a comprehensive emergency disaster plan adopted by the state of Illinois, as well as public service announcements advocating for fire safety and the sprinkler industry. Memorial visitation from 10am to 4pm. Fire Department Walk through from 1 to 2pm. Memorial service from 2 to 3pm. All open to the public and taking place at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside on Saturday, September 14th, 2024. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration at theaftd.org. Funeral info: 708-352-6500. Daniel J. Hermes – Hallowell & James Obituaries (hjfunerals.com).



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Noreen M. Orr (nee Fenlon), Age 85, Born into Eternal Life on August 30, 2024. Beloved wife of 53 years to the late John T. Orr, C.F.D. Loving mother of Jack, the late Kathleen Orr-McDonald (Phil), Mary (Mike) Keenan, Eileen (Bill) Riggio, the late Albert, Noreen (Bart) Rohan, William (Hilda), Robert (Rozanne), and the late Thomas Orr. Dear “Nonnie” of Nicole (PJ), Luke, Katie (Brandon), Kathleen, Julieann, Aileen, Marypat, Danny, Theresa, Kaylee, Fiona, Liam, William, Nate, Andy, Maura, Jackie, Megan, Blanca, and Luis. Proud “GiGi” of Xavier, Gus, Morgan, Cameron, MacKenzie, Millie, and Madison. Devoted sister of the late Peter (Pat) Fenlon, Joan (the late Jack) Barrett, and the late Catherine (Mike) McElligott. Dear sister-in-law of James Orr, C.P.D. Ret. (the late Susan). Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. Noreen loved family gatherings and celebrations of all kinds, and always filled the room with laughter. She was one of a kind. Visitation Thursday, September 5, 2024, from 2:00pm-8:00pm at Curley Funeral Home (Heeney-Laughlin Directors), 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415. Family and friends will meet at St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, 6435 S. Kilbourn Ave., Chicago, IL 60629 on Friday, September 6, 2024, for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023. Funeral Info: 708-636-5500.



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Ronald A. Sachtleben Sr., age 88 years, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024; Beloved husband and best friend of Marybeth Sachtleben, nee Sullivan, and Jean Noble; Devoted father of Ronald A. Jr., Ret. C.C.S.P.D. (Carrie), and Dr. David (Michelle); Loving grandfather of Rebecca, Amanda, Kevin, Meaghan, Tami, and Madalyn; Dear son of the late Albert C. and the late Florence V.; Fond brother of the late Bruce J., Jeraldine M. (Oscar) Bathe, and Bonnie J. (Jarvice), and Alexander; Uncle to many nieces and nephews, and a true helping friend to all who knew him. A Celebration of Life to be scheduled at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge, IL. For Funeral info (708) 422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

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Statement on the passing of Chicago Police Officer James Crowley, who was seriously injured in a 1987 squad car accident.

It is with great sadness that we share the news of former Chicago Police Officer James Crowley’s passing. Officer Crowley was severely injured when the squad car he was riding in was struck by a drunk driver while he and four of his fellow officers were responding to a “man with a gun” call in September 1987.

Officer Crowley suffered serious injuries that left him unable to walk or care for himself. He passed away on Thursday, August 22 as a result of the injuries he suffered that tragic night. Officer Crowley had been living in a group home in San Marcos, Texas where he had been receiving specialized care.

Officer Crowley passed away at the age of 59 and was just 22 years old when his beloved profession and quality of life were senselessly taken from him.

Another officer, William Malcom Morrison, Jr. was fatally injured in the accident.

The driver of the vehicle was convicted of reckless homicide and was sentenced to three years in prison.

“On behalf of the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation and all Chicagoans, we are forever grateful for the sacrifice Officer Crowley and his family made in service to our community,” said Phil Cline, executive director of the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation. “Jim led a very difficult life in the years following the accident but always managed to keep a positive outlook. We pass our sincerest condolences on to the Crowley family, especially his only sister, Beth, who did so much to care for him over the years.”

Philip J. Cline

Executive Director

Chicago Police Memorial Foundation

1407 W. Washington Blvd.

Chicago, IL 60607

312-499-8899.

AND…

Hello Everyone,

We made it through the hot and wet weather of August, hopefully all of you kept dry and cool. This weekend is the Labor Day weekend, the unofficial end of summer.

This Tuesday the 3rd of September is the first Tuesday of the month and that means it’s the Northside Retiree Breakfast at D'Agostino's 7530 W Oakton in Niles. The doors open around 0830 hours and breakfast orders are taken around 0900. Come and meet up with old friends and make new ones. I hope to see you there.

Be safe and enjoy this long Labor Day weekend. See you on September 3rd.

Fraternally,

Steve Marchfield

From the CPD Daily bulletin 31 Aug. 2024.

DEATH NOTICES.

Passed away 22 August 2024, POLICE OFFICER JAMES B. CROWLEY, formerly assigned to District 002.