INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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John T. Maher, age 90, U.S. Navy Veteran and retired Chicago Fireman, passed away peacefully surrounded by family members on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at his son's home in Gilbert, AZ. He was born on November 4, 1932 in Chicago to the late James and Annabelle Maher. Beloved husband of the late Mary Maher, nee Sullivan, married for 68 years. Loving father of Debra (Sam Sr.) McKinney, Jean (John) Hojnacki, Joanne Burton, John (Sandy) Maher, James (Sue) Maher, Dan (Doug Tricker) Maher, Therese Magden and Matthew (Rachel) Maher. Preceded in death by his son Thomas Maher. Adored grandpa to 14, great grandpa to 15 and great-great grandpa to 3. Dearest Brother of the late James P (the late Betty) Maher, the late Genevieve O'Connor, and the late George T (Phyllis) Maher. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Mass Sat., May 20 at 9:30 AM at St. Linus, 10300 Lawler Ave, Oak Lawn, IL. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1400 S Wolf Rd, Hillside, IL. Full obituary at https://www.tormanfuneralhome.com.



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William John McNamara, age 74. Late of St. John, Indiana formerly of South Holland, Illinois. Passed away March 24, 2023. Beloved husband of Debra (nee Forsythe) for 44 years. Loving father of Bill (Emily) McNamara, Mike McNamara, and Kevin McNamara. Cherished grandfather of William Michael McNamara. Dearest brother of John (Billie) McNamara, Ed McNamara, Donna McNamara, Carol (Jim) McGoldrick, and the late Dave McNamara. Dear brother in law of Edward (Linda) Forsythe, Late Barbara (Jens) Knudsen, and the late Ronald Forsythe. William was a veteran of the US Army and reached the rank of sergeant. He was a former patrolman for the Chicago Police Department and longtime purchasing agent for Chase Bank. William’s favorite role was being a father and traveling with his wife and children. Memorial Visitation Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 12:00 noon until time of service at 3:00 pm at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel 11300 W. 97th LN. (1/2 block west of US 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th LN.) St. John. For more information 219-365-3474. Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory (elmwoodchapel.com)



From the CPD Daily bulletin 28 March 2023.



DEATH NOTICES!

Passed away 23 March 2023 Joseph F. Anello, brother of Police Officer Barbara M. Anello Casale assigned to Field Services.

Passed away 25 March 2023 Nancy K. Haran, mother of Lieutenant Patrick Haran assigned to 018 District.



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There will be a memorial for Danny Noon on Thursday, 13 April at 1200 hrs. at Murphy’s Bleacher, across the street from Wrigley Field, located at Waveland and Sheffield. Murphy's will have food and drinks for purchase. The event will be at the rear of the restaurant. Spread the word.



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Chicago Association of Women in Law Enforcement (CAWLE) is hosting a fundraiser on 14 APR at Billy Goat Restaurant, 1535 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607.