INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)
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George Joseph Durfor, 72, of Bolingbrook, Illinois passed away Sunday May 12, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late George and Mary Durfor, he will be deeply missed. George is survived by his children: George Alan (Tina) Durfor, Sara (Ryan) Migawa, and Joseph and Jonathan Durfor; his grandchildren: Vincenzo Manzella, Sophia Manzella, Daniel Migawa and Elizabeth Migawa. George spent most of his youth living in New Jersey with his sisters Joan (deceased) Georgette and Anne. He left home at 18 to fight for his country. He spent 10 years in the Navy primarily on the USS Paul, a destroyer where he fought in Vietnam. When on a brief stay at Great Lakes he met his first wife Debbie. They welcomed their first child George while he was stationed in Jacksonville, Florida in February of 1974. He retired from the Navy in 1979, ironically from Great Lakes and stayed in Illinois. In 1981 he joined the Hinsdale Police Department and also welcomed his second child, Sara. In June of 1988 he remarried Lynne. Shortly later, he retired from the police force after 10+ years of service, due to suffering a second heart attack on the job. He welcomed his third child, Joseph, in April of 1992. He worked in Security in the 90's and 2000's, then welcomed his fourth and final child, Jonathan, in April of 1996. In his final years he enjoyed spending time with his adult children and his grandchildren watching Bears games, telling bad jokes, sending numerous texts and talking politics! He will be deeply missed. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 16th, 2024 from 4:00-9:00 PM at Geils Funeral Home, 180 South York Road, Bensenville, IL 60106. Interment will take place the following day on Friday at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL at 2:30pm. Please contact Geils Funeral Home at (630) 766-3232 with any questions.
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Joseph Gerard Halerz! We are saddened to announce the passing of Joseph Gerard Halerz, age 63 on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was the beloved brother of Barbara (Chuck) Rummel and John Retired C.P.D. (Marcia) Halerz. Dear uncle of Chuck (Amanda)Rummel, John (Alexandra) Halerz and Sarah (Jason) Rafa. Loved Great Uncle to Abigail, Katherine and Kieran Rummel and Harrison and Everett Rafa and Penelope Griffin Halerz. Dear Nephew of Virginia Holy. He was preceded in death by his parents Adam S. and Dorothy B., nee Leja Halerz and many aunts and uncles. Joseph will be missed by his longtime friend, Jane Kerr, his many cousins, and his many caring friends at UCP/Seguin. The visitation is Thursday from 4 PM to 8 PM at Foran Funeral Home, 7300 W. Archer Ave. (55th street just west of Harlem). Visitation on Friday at the funeral home from 8:30 AM until time of Prayers at 9:30 AM. We will go in procession from the funeral home to St. Faustina Kowalska Parish for a 10 AM mass. Joseph will be laid to rest next to his parents at Resurrection Cemetery. Please offer your condolences on his personal tribute website at: www.foranfuneralhome.com.
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Antoinette "Tee" Michaels. Age 84. Beloved Wife of the late Philip CPD. Loving Mother of the late Michelle (Brad) Wawczak and Mark (Rachel) Michaels. Cherished Nana of Giuliana Wawczak and Gabriella Michaels. Dearest Sister of the late Anna Moore and John Vetro. Loving Aunt and Cousin of many. Visitation Saturday at SKAJA Terrace Funeral Home 7812 North Milwaukee Avenue Niles, IL from 8:30 AM until 11:00 AM to St. Juliana Church for an 11:30 AM Mass. Interment Maryhill Cemetery.
From the CPD Daily bulletin May 14, 2024.
ALWAYS REMEMBERED!
William A. Roberts. . . . . . . . . . 1920
DEATH NOTICE!
Passed away 09 May 2024, MAXIMUS FRANCIS MARANO, son of Police Officer Matthew Marano assigned to Investigative Field Group.
Passed away 11 May 2024, SHIOBHAN KELLY, sister of Lieutenant Michael Kelly assigned to Area Two Detectives.
OFFICER WELLNESS!
Dear Members, we are pleased to announce the resumption of the Voluntary Annual Wellness Check[1]In Program (E07-07), facilitated by the Professional Counseling Division, Employee Assistance Program (PCD EAP), effective immediately. After a brief pause to ensure the highest quality of care for each participant, we are now ready to accept new appointments and continue our commitment to your mental and emotional wellness. The PCD EAP team is excited to welcome back participants and extend our services to new members seeking support. We understand the importance of this program in maintaining your overall well-being. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive care and assistance. We encourage all members to take advantage of this opportunity and schedule their wellness check[1]ins at their earliest convenience. For guidance in arranging appointments and obtaining additional information, please review the Voluntary Annual Wellness Check-In Program’s scheduling guidelines (Reference attached: E07-07). Alternatively, feel free to contact any of our three distinct locations for personalized assistance. We look forward to supporting you through the new year and beyond in the Voluntary Annual Wellness Check-In Program. Be safe and be well.
EAP Central 1759 W. Adams Street Chicago, 60612 Phone: (312) 743-0378 | Pax: 0580,
EAP North 5440 N. Cumberland Ave., 2nd Floor Chicago, 60656 Phone: (312) 742-0226 | Pax: 0107.
EAP South Building 11540 S. Western Ave. Chicago, 60643 Phone: (312) 742-0222 | Pax: 0106.
George Joseph Durfor, 72, of Bolingbrook, Illinois passed away Sunday May 12, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late George and Mary Durfor, he will be deeply missed. George is survived by his children: George Alan (Tina) Durfor, Sara (Ryan) Migawa, and Joseph and Jonathan Durfor; his grandchildren: Vincenzo Manzella, Sophia Manzella, Daniel Migawa and Elizabeth Migawa. George spent most of his youth living in New Jersey with his sisters Joan (deceased) Georgette and Anne. He left home at 18 to fight for his country. He spent 10 years in the Navy primarily on the USS Paul, a destroyer where he fought in Vietnam. When on a brief stay at Great Lakes he met his first wife Debbie. They welcomed their first child George while he was stationed in Jacksonville, Florida in February of 1974. He retired from the Navy in 1979, ironically from Great Lakes and stayed in Illinois. In 1981 he joined the Hinsdale Police Department and also welcomed his second child, Sara. In June of 1988 he remarried Lynne. Shortly later, he retired from the police force after 10+ years of service, due to suffering a second heart attack on the job. He welcomed his third child, Joseph, in April of 1992. He worked in Security in the 90's and 2000's, then welcomed his fourth and final child, Jonathan, in April of 1996. In his final years he enjoyed spending time with his adult children and his grandchildren watching Bears games, telling bad jokes, sending numerous texts and talking politics! He will be deeply missed. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 16th, 2024 from 4:00-9:00 PM at Geils Funeral Home, 180 South York Road, Bensenville, IL 60106. Interment will take place the following day on Friday at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL at 2:30pm. Please contact Geils Funeral Home at (630) 766-3232 with any questions.
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Joseph Gerard Halerz! We are saddened to announce the passing of Joseph Gerard Halerz, age 63 on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He was the beloved brother of Barbara (Chuck) Rummel and John Retired C.P.D. (Marcia) Halerz. Dear uncle of Chuck (Amanda)Rummel, John (Alexandra) Halerz and Sarah (Jason) Rafa. Loved Great Uncle to Abigail, Katherine and Kieran Rummel and Harrison and Everett Rafa and Penelope Griffin Halerz. Dear Nephew of Virginia Holy. He was preceded in death by his parents Adam S. and Dorothy B., nee Leja Halerz and many aunts and uncles. Joseph will be missed by his longtime friend, Jane Kerr, his many cousins, and his many caring friends at UCP/Seguin. The visitation is Thursday from 4 PM to 8 PM at Foran Funeral Home, 7300 W. Archer Ave. (55th street just west of Harlem). Visitation on Friday at the funeral home from 8:30 AM until time of Prayers at 9:30 AM. We will go in procession from the funeral home to St. Faustina Kowalska Parish for a 10 AM mass. Joseph will be laid to rest next to his parents at Resurrection Cemetery. Please offer your condolences on his personal tribute website at: www.foranfuneralhome.com.
Antoinette Michaels.jpg
Antoinette "Tee" Michaels. Age 84. Beloved Wife of the late Philip CPD. Loving Mother of the late Michelle (Brad) Wawczak and Mark (Rachel) Michaels. Cherished Nana of Giuliana Wawczak and Gabriella Michaels. Dearest Sister of the late Anna Moore and John Vetro. Loving Aunt and Cousin of many. Visitation Saturday at SKAJA Terrace Funeral Home 7812 North Milwaukee Avenue Niles, IL from 8:30 AM until 11:00 AM to St. Juliana Church for an 11:30 AM Mass. Interment Maryhill Cemetery.
From the CPD Daily bulletin May 14, 2024.
ALWAYS REMEMBERED!
William A. Roberts. . . . . . . . . . 1920
DEATH NOTICE!
Passed away 09 May 2024, MAXIMUS FRANCIS MARANO, son of Police Officer Matthew Marano assigned to Investigative Field Group.
Passed away 11 May 2024, SHIOBHAN KELLY, sister of Lieutenant Michael Kelly assigned to Area Two Detectives.
OFFICER WELLNESS!
Dear Members, we are pleased to announce the resumption of the Voluntary Annual Wellness Check[1]In Program (E07-07), facilitated by the Professional Counseling Division, Employee Assistance Program (PCD EAP), effective immediately. After a brief pause to ensure the highest quality of care for each participant, we are now ready to accept new appointments and continue our commitment to your mental and emotional wellness. The PCD EAP team is excited to welcome back participants and extend our services to new members seeking support. We understand the importance of this program in maintaining your overall well-being. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive care and assistance. We encourage all members to take advantage of this opportunity and schedule their wellness check[1]ins at their earliest convenience. For guidance in arranging appointments and obtaining additional information, please review the Voluntary Annual Wellness Check-In Program’s scheduling guidelines (Reference attached: E07-07). Alternatively, feel free to contact any of our three distinct locations for personalized assistance. We look forward to supporting you through the new year and beyond in the Voluntary Annual Wellness Check-In Program. Be safe and be well.
EAP Central 1759 W. Adams Street Chicago, 60612 Phone: (312) 743-0378 | Pax: 0580,
EAP North 5440 N. Cumberland Ave., 2nd Floor Chicago, 60656 Phone: (312) 742-0226 | Pax: 0107.
EAP South Building 11540 S. Western Ave. Chicago, 60643 Phone: (312) 742-0222 | Pax: 0106.