INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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Charles Michael Holz, retired Chicago Police Department Sergeant, age 75, of Minooka for the past 21 years, and formerly of the Ashburn neighborhood of Chicago, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Ascension St. Joseph Medical Center, Joliet, with his loving family by his side. Born November 2, 1948, in Chicago, he was the son of Charles William and Anne (Halko) Holz, and was a graduate of St. Rita High School and Lewis University, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and was a member of Minooka American Legion Post #1188. For 32 years, Chuck led a life of service with the Chicago Police Department, attaining the rank of Sergeant, and spending the majority of his career with the 8th District. With his interest and talent in computers, he took on the assignment of designing the first website for the 8th District, which in turn led to him receiving special recognition for his efforts and the invitation to apply his skills at Chicago Police Headquarters. Both a fighter and a survivor, Chuck had the distinction of being the recipient of one of the first double lung transplants ever performed, surviving 21 years, and was able to have a relationship over those many years with his donor family. He also bravely and successfully battled esophageal cancer and a stroke, until his most recent battle with brain cancer. He never gave up and was an inspiration to his family and friends. He was also a proud, devoted and active “Papa” to his seven grandchildren attending and supporting their school and sports activities including football, Lacrosse, bowling and wrestling. His love for computers found him spending many hours helping others in addition to pursuing his own technology interests. Chuck will be remembered for his many outstanding qualities, but especially his patriotism, his love of family, and his passion for coffee. Surviving are his beloved wife of 52 years, Sandra (Laboda) Holz; three loving daughters, Sheryl (Kevin) Murphy, Dawn Ritchie and Kristin Holz; seven adoring grandchildren, Matthew and Robert Murphy, Alyssa, Jenna and Emily Ritchie, and Breanna and Jaden Bernard; his nephews and may cousins; his wife’s sister and brother-in-law, Debra and Rick Barker; and his two devoted dogs, Charlie and Bella. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, John L. Holz. Visitation for Charles Holz will be held Monday, July 22, 2024, from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m., at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Road, Joliet. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., from the funeral home to St. Mary Catholic Church, 303 W. St. Mary Street, Minooka, IL where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, where military rites will be accorded by the United States Army. Memorials in his name to Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network (www.giftofhope.org) would be appreciated. For more information please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com.


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Gerald M. “Gerry” McLaughlin, CPD, 79, died after a long illness on July 16, 2024. He was the son of Irish immigrants from County Mayo, Eleanore and John McLaughlin. His father died when he was five and he developed a special love for his predeceased siblings, Mary (Dan) Evans, who became a second mother to him, and John (Ann) McLaughlin (CPD). As a child of “the family without a father” he was hard working and developed a wide variety of skills to contribute to the household. This status affected him deeply and shaped his life-long work ethic and compassion. He grew up in Lincoln Square where he attended St. Matthias Grade School and maintained life-long friendships, St. George High School, and later received undergraduate and graduate degrees from Lewis University. He was drafted into the US Army and served in Okinawa from 1963-65 attaining distinction as a Nike Missile Sharpshooter. He joined the Chicago Police Department (CPD) in 1970 with assignments including Wood Street, Community Services, Operational Services, Office of the Superintendent, Austin, Foster, Town Hall, and O’Hare Airport, Internal Affairs and Auditing. He provided bodyguard services to Mayor Jane Byrne during her campaign and received many departmental commendations. He was elected to the Chicago City Council as Alderman of the 45th Ward from 1983-87 and was a member of the infamous “Chicago 29.” He was proud of his community service accomplishments which included facilitation of the establishment of the Irish American Heritage Center and the public works hiring order boosting employment of minorities. On the City Council he served as Chairman of the Landmarks and Preservation Committee and helped to save the Chicago Theatre from demolition, and as Vice-Chair of the Police and Fire Committee he successfully fought to maintain personnel at maximum strength, and to increase the number of city ambulances. He was promoted to Sergeant in 1990 and retired from the CPD in 2001, moving to the position of the Manager of Professional Standards for the Schaumburg Police Department. Gerald’s most important role was husband to his wife of 45 years, Beverly Weaver McLaughlin, father to Megan (Christopher) McLaughlin Lambert, and grandfather to George Anthony Lambert, who brought him great joy. Through Megan he expanded his involvement into the world of Irish dance and music with travel to Ireland to visit family, became an avid tailgater at Notre Dame, and mentored her to proficiency in golf. Through these activities he developed many cherished friendships and came to love her Trinity Academy and college friends as his own. Gerald is predeceased by his daughter Lisa Kerry McLaughlin. He is survived by his nieces and nephews Dan Evans, Michael (Colleen) Evans and their children Samantha, Matthew and Ryan, Kathleen Evans, John McLaughlin and his children Christian and Elianna, and his faithful dog, Corby. Visitation will be from 3pm-8pm on Sunday, July 21st at Smith-Corcoran Chicago Funeral Home, 6150 N Cicero Ave., Chicago IL 60646 and Mass on Monday, July 22nd at 2pm at Old St. Patrick’s Church, 700 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60661. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be directed to the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation 1407 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607. More info 773-736-3833 or www.smithcorcoran.com.

From the CPD Daily bulletin 19 July 2024.

ALWAYS REMEMBERED!

Frank J. Cunningham ... 1932

Albert H. Brown .......... 1955

DEATH NOTICES.

Passed away 16 July 2024, GEORGE J. HENDRY, father of Sergeant John C. Hendry assigned to District 015.

BLOOD DRIVE!

Vitalant Blood Services will be hosting a Blood Drive at the Public Safety Headquarters Building, 3510 S Michigan Ave., in the 1st floor Multi-Purpose Room on Monday, 29 July 2024 from 0900-1430 hours. To schedule an appointment, please contact Vitalant at 877-258-4825 or visit Vitalant.org and use code ORDCM717. WALK-INS ARE WELCOME. Appointments are highly recommended.

SPECIAL EVENT!

The organizers of the Colombian Fest in coordination with the 017th Caps Office would like to thank First Responders in their hard work by offering free entry to The Colombian Fest TODAY, July 19, 2024, from 3p-10p held at Northeastern University grounds 3701 W. Bryn Mawr. The Fest will have a Tribute to the Fallen Officers at 2000hrs with a moment of silence followed by The Bags and Pipes of the CPD Honor Guard. CPD Enforcers, Knights, Finest, Soccer Club and F.C. Soccer Club will be hosting a youth sports camp for the community from 12p-3pm at the Northeastern Sports Field located on Foster/Central Park along with the NFL Alumni members. The sports camp is open to all to come enjoy a day with CPD sports teams, water and snacks provided for kids of all ages. This is a family friendly event with kids’ activities, live music and great food. Members just need to show their ID at the box office window to receive their tickets for entry. Kids under 12 are free all weekend. The Fest is July 19-21 and members get a discount off regular admission price for July 20-21 entry at the box office. Hope to see as many members as possible for a night well deserved! See attachment to AMC # 309944.