INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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Lorraine A. Johnson of Grayslake Illinois passed away on April 26, 2024, surrounded by her devoted family. Lorraine was the beloved wife of William James Johnson(deceased), a retired Chicago Firefighter. Loving mother of Patricia (Tom) McGovern, Linda (Bill) Foley and David (Janet) Johnson, proud grandmother of Melissa and Cody Johnson and Heather (Rob)Bendorovich and great grandmother of Brooklyn and Bailey Bendorovich. Lorraine, a retired realtor, business and civic leader was a woman of vision. She was responsible for a long string of accomplishments in Metropolitan Chicago. Lorraine was one of Chicago's most prominent real estate brokers and President of Century 21 William Johnson Realtors, Inc. for 39 years. Her proudest real estate accomplishments came when Lorraine was installed as the first woman in 103 years to lead The Chicago Board of Realtors as their president. Her Installation in 1987 was the culmination of years of dedicated service to the real estate industry. Lorraine held key positions with the Illinois Association of Realtors as well. The late mayor of Chicago, Jane Byrne, appointed Lorraine as Energy Chairman for the City of Chicago, for which Lorraine undertook a project with Commonwealth Edison and Peoples Gas to educate Chicago's low-income residents concerning energy conservation and safety. Lorraine earned special recognition from the National Association of Realtors. She was elected Realtor of the year in 1988 for her legendary accomplishments, both in real estate and civic leadership. Lorraine was selected by Cook County Recorder of Deeds Carol Mosley Braun to serve on a Blue Ribbon Committee in an effort to implement changes to the office of Recorder of Deeds in City Hall. Lorraine was a member of the State Licensing Law Committee. She taught for the Realtors School for Licensing. She lectured for Chicago's Public Library and public schools. Lorraine also served as an officer, director and president of the Northwest Chicago Real Estate Board. On June 5, 1983 Lorraine answered a call from the Archdiocese of Chicago and was commissioned a minister of Care and Communion to the sick. Lorraine was an active member of St. Gilbert Catholic Parish in Grayslake, Illinois. She happily retired from all real estate activities in 1999 to enjoy her wonderful family. A visitation and funeral Mass is scheduled for May 9, 2024, at St. Gilbert Church 301 E. Belvidere Road Grayslake, Illinois 60030 from 10:30am until 11:00am with the mass commencing at 11:00am. Gravesite Internment Ascension Cemetery 1920 W. Buckley Road Libertyville, Illinois 60048. In Lieu of flowers, donations to the Chicago Fire Department would be appreciated. All funeral arrangements were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030. For more information log onto www.strangfuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.

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Michael Riley, age 73, passed away on Friday May 3rd peacefully in his sleep after a long battle with Congestive Heart Failure and COPD. A friend to all who knew him, Mike was an Army Veteran and a member of the Chicago Police Force for over 35 years ending up in Forensics making the world a better place. He was so passionate about his job that it carried over to his family, making him a protector of everyone around him. When he wasn’t working or helping the family you would find him watching his Cubs on TV, enjoying a 7-11 coffee in his gazebo on the deck, or reading a mystery and suspense novel. Loving husband of 47 years to Mary (nee Kostovich), devoted father of Brian (Yalisa) Riley, Susan (Matt) Majchrzak, Adam (Anna) Riley and Lynn (Zac) Pollack. Sending individualized articles to his children on a regular basis, Mike was sure to make each of them feel special and provided years of protection and guidance along with his storm warnings before any alerts existed. Proud grandpa of Jeremy and Logan Riley, Aiden and Caleb Majchrzak, Michael, Roman and Amelia Riley and Jack and Quinn Pollack. Mike cherished the moments he watched his family grow. From picking up his grandson at preschool, to watching baseball games, checking up on each of them and always bringing smiles to their faces when he saw them. Dear son of the late James and Mary (nee Shirley) Riley and stepson of Marge (nee Sweeney) Riley. Dedicated brother of the late James (Maggie) Brady, the late Phillip Brady and surviving Kathy Brady, Terrence (Lorri) Brady, the late Kathleen Mokos and surviving Paul Mokos, Maureen (Fred) Mrugala, Peter (Valerie) Riley, Patrick Riley, Robin (John) Stavola, the late Elizabeth (Robert) Marshall and the late Steve Riley and surviving Patti Riley Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Mike has always been there for his siblings and family, providing a shoulder to lean on and a listening ear. Visitation Wednesday 3-8 p.m. Funeral Service Thursday 11:45 a.m. at the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations and memorials in Mike’s name to the Chicago Police Chaplains Ministry (https://www.chicagopcm.org/) or plant a tree with Health in Harmony (https://healthinharmony.org) would be appreciated. Please leave a memory for the family on Michael’s Tribute Wall: your stories will bring comfort to his family. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878.

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Forwarded from Tom Bour, retired First District!

The 001-District breakfast is Tuesday 7 May 2024 at 11:00am., at Barraco’s restaurant, Pizzeria and Catering, 3701 W. 95th. street, Evergreen Park, IL. (I’ll be there in spirit! Somebody take Pictures!!!)

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Hello everyone,

We made it through a very interesting April and May is here along with the Northside Retiree Breakfast. It is the first Tuesday 07 May at 0900 Hrs. The door opens around 0830 Hrs., and you can stay later to talk of old times past and future plans. The breakfast is at D’Agostino’s 7530 W Oakton Ave, Nile IL. Meet up with friends old and new, I hope to see you all there.

Fraternally,

Steve Marchfield

AND… reminder…

12 – 16 May 2024. National Police Memorial!

Click on the link to access the 2024 Chicago Police National Law Enforcement Information Guide, then... "View the Event Guide.

Note that there is a (+/-) meter at the site to adjust the size of the pages for viewing at the desired page size level.

https://www.chicagofop.org/news/latest- ... 0d7268fb29.

The Info Guide is also available on the FOP 7 and Sgts. Assn. websites for viewing at their direct link below.

https://www.chicagofop.org/news/latest- ... 0d7268fb29

https://chicagosergeants.org/

AND… reminder…

16 May 2024 First Responders Cubs Tickets!

Flier attached:

From the CPD Daily bulletin May 6, 2024.

ALWAYS REMEMBERED!

John J. Barrett. . . . . . . . . . . . 1886

George F. Miller. . . . . . . . . . . 1886

Francis J. McGraw. . . . . . . . 1942

Arèanah M. Preston. . . . ... . 2023

MEETING NOTICE!

All Certified Peer Support Members are welcome to attend a debriefing led by Assistant Director Kathy O’Neill and other clinical staff at the EAP building at 1759 W. Adams St. on Friday, 17 May 2024 from 1100-1300 hours. A Tableau Dashboard list of Active Peers can be accessed by navigating to the EAP Section of the Wire in the upper left corner, clicking the “Peer Support” tab, then scrolling down to “Peer Support Members”. Department leadership is encouraged to allow Peer Support Members under their command to attend during their tour of duty if manpower and operational needs permit.