INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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Marilyn L. Aylward beloved wife of the late James J. Jr.; loving mother of Mary (Steven) Newberg, James J. III (Patricia), Peter (the late Carol), Marguerite (Brian) Wojtas, Daniel, Patrick C.P.D. (Megan), and Genevieve (Sarah); dearest grandmother of Phillip, Natalie, James IV, Jonathon, Christopher, Kaitlin, Hunter, Payton, Kendall, and the late Matthew; dear great grandmother of Theodore, Audrey, Madeline, Duncan and the late Emmett. Funeral Monday 10:00 AM from the Schielka Addison Street Funeral Home 7710 W Addison St to St Francis Borgia Church for a 10:30 AM mass. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 3 PM - 9 PM. 773-625-3444. Marilyn L. Aylward Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information (schielkafh.com).


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Ossie Goff Ballew, 72, beloved mom, loving grandma and proud crossing guard passed away on November 15, 2023, in Chicago. She was born on March 26, 1951 in Pikeville, KY to Kimble and Imal (Thacker) Goff. Ossie worked for CPS/CPD for over 33+years. Keeping kids and the community safe with a positive, loving attitude. Ossie loved her Queen of Angels family. Ossie will continue to watch over her corner. Ossie was the beloved mother to Linda (Mark) Thurman, Debbie (Hector) Vasquez, Curtis (Jodi) Ballew, and George William Ballew, adoring grandmother to William (Sarah) Ballew, Nicholas Thurman, Christopher Thurman, Joshua Thurman, Jalen Thomas, Samuel Vasquez, Hector Vasquez, Curtis Ballew, Jr., Kayla Vasquez, Carter Ballew, Jake Ballew, and Ethan Garcia, she was the cherished great grandma to Brantley, Paisley, Valerie, and Annalee, she was the loving sister to Curtis Ray Goff who was her protector and friend since birth and her loving sister Brookie Goff, devoted aunt to James Goff and many loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband George Washington Ballew, II, her son George Washington Ballew, III, and her siblings Tracy Goff, Viril Goff, Biril Goff, and Bobby Gene Goff. A visitation for Ossie will be held on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 North Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625. A funeral service will occur Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 10 am, at the Funeral Home. A graveside service will occur immediately following the service at Irving Park Cemetery, 7777 Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL 60634. Ossie Goff Ballew Obituary - Chicago, IL (dignitymemorial.com).



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Antonio De La Rosa “Tony”, age 77. Late of the East Side, formerly of San Antonio, TX. Passed away on November 16, 2023. Beloved husband of Linda De La Rosa for 56 years. Loving father of Anthony (Caryn CPD) De La Rosa, and Joseph (Sonia) De La Rosa CFD. Cherished grandpa “Boo” of Anthony III CPD, Thomas, Jessica, Olivia, Julian, and Jacob. Adored great-grandpa of Alina. Dearest brother of Paul De La Rosa, Connie (George) Martinez, and Oralia (late Charles) Curd. Survived by brothers-in-law Alfred Alcantar and Armando Celestino. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents: Paul and Angelita De La Rosa, and sisters: Mary Alcantar and Angelita Celestino. Tony will always be remembered as Mr. Fix It, teacher of all things, and riding his bike around the neighborhood. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of “Celebration of Life” Service at 7:30 p.m. at the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago, IL. 60617.

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“Mahalo" - Drew Price, 39, - Husband, Son, Brother, Friend, Firefighter. “Mahalo!” He’d say- as he gave the hang-loose hand symbol and a smirk. Always expressing gratitude was his way of life. Andrew Benjamin Price, “Drew,” was born in Fort Worth, Texas on January 7th, 1984, and passed away in the line of duty serving the Chicago Fire Department on November 13th, 2023 at the age of 39. Born to Rochelle and Grant Price, Drew was one of five children. Drew and his siblings Courtney, Carissa, Jordan and Natalie were a tight-knit crew and were dubbed “The Fabulous Five” by friends and family. He is survived by his loving wife, Lara Price, and his in-laws Karen and Tim Radez, Vanessa and Greg Mohr, Megan Price, Justin Reynolds and Justin Weber. He was an uncle to his six nieces and nephews, who he adored. Drew fulfilled his childhood dream when he graduated from the Chicago Fire Academy in 2009, giving 14 years of dedication and service to the Chicago Fire Department. He truly treasured being a fireman and instructed new cadets at the academy. He was proud to represent the department and was a player of the Chicago Blaze football team. Drew proudly drove truck 44 and rode alongside engine 55. He loved his company like family and was honored to work beside them serving and protecting his community. Drew met his wife Lara in 2016. Inseparable from the start, they wed in July of 2020. Drew was the best dog dad to their dogs Kai and Riley, and was extremely dedicated to his family of four - they were his world. Drew was the glue that held everyone together. He was the person who always reached out. Selfless with a heart of gold, he made sure his loved ones knew that they were at the top of his mind. The impact Drew made on his family and friends was inspirationally immense and his presence will be greatly missed. A solo trip to Hawaii shaped Drew's life and the way in which we remember him today. He adopted the saying “Mahalo” which the locals there use to express gratitude. Today, we express our own gratitude for having known Drew. He touched the lives of so many, and reminds us to love harder, be kinder, and search for joy in every moment. Mahalo, Drew, we love you. A memorial visitation for Andrew will be held Monday, November 20, 2023, from 10:00 AM until the time of memorial service at 12:00 PM at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. Services will be livestreamed. Please use this link to access the services. Link will go live 15 minutes prior to service start. https://www.asimplestreaming.com/abprice/ Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.DrakeandSonFuneralHome.com for the Price family.



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5 Dec.2023 The 6th District Holiday and Retirement Party!

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6 Dec. 2023 7th. District Retiree Christmas Party

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6 Dec. 2023 022nd. District Holiday and Retirement Party!



From the CPD Daily bulletin Nov. 19, 2023.



Always Remembered!

Luke J. Fitzpatrick. . . . . . . . . 1906

John McGonigal. . . . . . . . . . . 1923

Samuel Jimenez. . . . . . . . . . . 2018



SPECIAL EVENT MEMORIAL ROLL CALL!

Please join family and friends for the 2023 Memorial Roll Call for Police Officer Samuel Jimenez Today, 19 November 2023 at 1200 hours at the Washington Park Refectory, 5531 S. Russell Drive. The 5th anniversary will be commemorated with a roll call and a brief ceremony. All are invited to attend. Please contact 002 District, 312-747-8366 for more information about this event.



MOMENT OF SILENCE!

Sergeant Hamp T. McMikel Jr. Star #1541 All radio zones will observe a 30 second period of radio silence Tomorrow, 20 November 2023 at 1200 hours. In honor of Sergeant Hamp T. McMikel Jr., #1541, assigned to the 005th District, who was shot and killed in the line-of-duty on 20 November 1982 at 2040 hours in the 002nd District. WE WILL NEVER FORGET!



CHAPLAINS CORNER!

Prayerful greetings from the Chaplains Section!

We encourage you to take advantage of alternatives available to you at www.ChicagoPCM.org Once there, you can submit individual prayer requests, along with visiting the photo album and video library pages, where you’re sure to see some familiar faces! You can also contact any of the CPD Chaplains through the site or by calling the numbers listed under “Chaplains” in the Department Directory (numbers listed are cell phones accepting text messages as well). We’d be happy to lend an ear, pray with you and offer some words of encouragement. As you likely know, we operate under the strictest of confidence. Continuing to practice common sense and following guidance from the experts, will assure we all get through these difficult days. The Chaplains Section represents various faith traditions and are praying fervently for our members and families. May God grant quick recovery to all who are sick and health and safety to the entire CPD Family.

All the best Fr. Dan Brandt, Directing Chaplain.