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Michael Joseph Culat, 72 years old of Trevor, WI passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. He was born May 3, 1952 in Waukegan, IL, the son of the late Joseph and Nancy (nee Hagge) Culat. On October 2, 2004, Mike married Janis Lynn Gipson. Mike started his career with Sears before moving on to law enforcement as a police officer with the City of Zion and later at the Village of Antioch. For the last 30+ years, he worked as a real estate broker in the surrounding area. Mike was also very generous with his time, money, and resources with numerous charities in the community. He was always there to help and donate. Mike is survived by his wife, Janis; his children, Michael Joseph (Angie) Culat Jr. and Kathleen Ann (Timothy) Grasty; his granddaughter, Kelly; his half-brother and half-sister; and many extended family and friends. In addition to his biological father, Joe, Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Nancy Barrows; his brother, Rick Culat. Memorial Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Strang Funeral Home, 1055 Main St., Antioch, IL 60002. Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 16, 2024, at St. Ignatius Episcopal Church, 500 Dept St., Antioch, IL 60002. Interment will be private. For additional information call 847-395-4000. Please donate to a LOCAL charity of your choice in memory of Mike. All are welcome to sign the online guestbook for Mike at www.strangfh.com.
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Enrique Martinez, Chicago Police department, age 26 passed away on Monday, November, 2024. A visitation for Enrique will be held Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 West 103rd Street, Oak Lawn, IL 60453. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel, 7740 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60620.
Special Bulletin - Officer Enrique Martinez attached:
Edward W. McKinney, Jr., Retired Corporal Willow Springs Police Department, age 68, of Homer Glen, formerly of Tinley Park; beloved husband of Carol (nee Stam). Loving stepfather of Amanda (Nick Reese) White. Dear step-grandfather of Mark Sander, Payton Sander, Kyle Sander and Nicholas Reese. Cherished son of the late Edward Sr. and Blanche. Devoted brother of Barbara Elliott and Billy (Shelly) McKinney. Uncle of Denise (Walter) Lukaszewski and Dawn (James) Riggio. Great-uncle of Dylan and Aaron Lukaszewski; Joshua and Jonah Riggio. Brother-in-law of Betty (Ronald) Klos. Also, Edward's dogs Milo and Robbie. Funeral Wednesday, 10am at RICHARD J MODELL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 12641 W. 143rd Street, Homer Glen. Interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery; 6201 W. 167th Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477. Visitation Tuesday, 3pm to 8pm. Edward also was an officer in Manhattan, Orland Hills, Country Club Hills, Palos Park and Merrionette Park Police Department. Donations to the McKinney Family in memory of Edward would be most appreciated. For further information 708-301-3595 or rjmodellfh.com.
Carol Kelly Shields, beloved wife of the late Joseph "Terry" (retired Lt. CPD). Proud mother of Tracy (James O'Reilly), Daniel (Trisha), Megan (Robin Biles), Michael (Kara). Cherished Nana to Ian, Connor, Emma, Callie, Michael, Seamus, Maeve, Greer, and Finlay. Adored sister of the late Barbara Hagenow and the late Nancy Kohl. Fond aunt of many. Final Resting Place, All Saints Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleum, 700 N. River Rd. Des Plaines, IL 60016.
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249th Marine Corps Birthday 10 Nov. 2024.
First to Fight... Then, Now, Always! We are 249 years old! ALL ARE INVITED! You do not have to be a Marine; you just have to love one or all of them.
Multiple VIP appearances this year including our Chicago Blackhawks Anthem Singer, Jim Cornelison.
Old Crow Smokehouse - WRIGLEYVILLE - (3506 N. Clark St. Chicago) - is once again our gracious host! 3 hours of cocktails, food, cake, music and more fun than you thought possible! All donations will go to SEMPER FI FUND, PROJECT RELO and PB ABBATE. You are not paying to party; you are paying to GIVE BACK. Once a Marine, always a Marine, we take care of our own. Come dressed to impress! Tickets go on sale NOW, please pre-order fast; we expect a SELL OUT again this year! Details are coming down range as the date quickly approaches. Watch for VIP's, exciting raffles and more VIP's! This year will be one for the books! BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-249th- ... 8486499267
http://www.chicagomarinesfoundation.org/
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November 10th Sunday, the Bucket Club, 5947 S Oak Park: Join Our Corps and Brotherhood for the Fallen for their annual Birthday and cake cutting ceremony. A great time is always had.
From the CPD Daily bulletin 09 Nov. 2024.
ALWAYS REMEMBERED!
Frederick M. Schmitz .... 1925
Charles A. Hibsch .......... 1947
DEATH NOTICES.
Passed away 28 October 2024 RETIRED POLICE OFFICER JAMES “JC” CARTER, formerly assigned to Narcotics Division.
Passed away 30 October 2024 TROY CARLSON, brother of Sergeant William “Rollo” Carlson assigned to Helicopter Unit.
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