INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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Freda M. Murphy: nee Guinta; beloved wife of the late James “Bob”; loving mother of Donna (Mark Ret. CFD) Buckley, Bob Ret. CFD (Jeanne) Murphy, Colleen Manika and Tom Murphy; cherished grandmother of Danny (Carly) Murphy, Christine (Eric) Lau, Christine (Chris Gilman) Manika and Katherine Manika; adored great-grandmother of Elsie Rae and Corey Robert; devoted daughter of the late Thomas and late Lena Guinta; dear sister of the late Tomaso Guinta, late Antonette Guinta, late Tony Guinta, late Jimmy Guinta, late Annie Guinta, late Tom (late Vera) Guinta, late Marie (late Harry) Nowell, late Annamarie Guinta; fond aunt of Sharon (Frank), Christina and the late Andrea. Visitation Wednesday, February 7th from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Dalcamo Funeral Home 470 W. 26th Street. Family and Friends are asked to meet Thursday, February 8th at St. Bernadette Church (9343 S. Francisco Ave., Evergreen Park) for Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. Obituary for Freda M. (Guinta) Murphy | Dalcamo Funeral Home.


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Bruce Allen Kruizenga, 61, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 1, 2024, at his home in Tooele, Utah. He was born on December 12, 1962, in Joliet, IL, and grew up in Summit, IL, the son of Nancy Frantz and Butch Kruizenga. Bruce led a life of service to his country and community by serving within the Explosive Ordnance Division in the United States Army and as a police officer for 23 years in the City of Lockport, IL. Bruce spent his time tinkering in the garage, riding anything with two wheels, camping, tending to his garden, running, and singing to his beloved animals. To quote Bruce "I would watch anything racing, even two turtles." Bruce lived his life to the fullest every single day. He had many friends and never failed to make them laugh or smile. He will be missed by many, especially his family and pets. Bruce is survived by his loving wife, Tiffany Kruizenga; his four children, Elizabeth (Jeremy) Gallagher, Britny (Tim) Kruizenga, Nathan Knapczyk, and Abigal Kiernan; three grandchildren, Aubrianna, Ariella, and McKenzie; his mom, Nancy Frantz; four siblings, Bill (Tina) Kruizenga, Diane (Mitch) Neal, Brad (Liz) Kruizenga, and Brian Kruizenga; his three animals, Mabel May, Auggie Samuel, and Annie Bananie; and his numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Butch Kruizenga; and his two dogs, Casey Lee and Sammy Sam. A Celebration of Life for Bruce Allen Kruizenga will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.), Joliet, IL, from 2:00 p.m. until the Sharing of Memories at 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you consider donating to , , or an animal shelter local to you. For more information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.

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11 Feb. 2024 45th Ward Pancake Breakfast!

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15 Feb. 24 Retirement party Rita Kennedy!

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24-25 Feb. 2024 Pancake Breakfast!

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27 Feb. 24 Chicago Police Memorial Foundation and Chicago Bulls!

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Memorial Brick

Now is the time to purchase a memorial brick for the Gold Star Families Memorial and Park. Memorial Bricks provide a way to honor the memory of a lost friend, family member, or loved one. You can also honor the career of an officer. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of Chicago history by having your personalized, engraved brick set in Gold Star Families Memorial and Park for all to see. Deadline to order for Phase 19 is February 26th, 2024!

From the CPD Daily bulletin Feb. 6, 2024.

ALWAYS REMEMBERED!

William Y. Bell. . . . . . . .. . 1967

DEATH NOTICE!

Passed away 03 February 2024 Retired Detective Harold Ardell, formerly assigned to Unit 601, father of Police Officer Margaret Benz assigned to District 018.

Passed away 29 January 2024 Deanna Small, sister of Lieutenant Sharon Boyd District 002.

Passed away 01 February 2024 Amy Wren, sister of Lieutenant Janel Sedevic assigned to District 009.

RETIREMENT CAKE AND COFFEE!

Det. Jeffrey M. Everett 07 February 2024 • 1300-1500 hrs. Area Two - SVU Office (2nd floor).

Det. Phyllis D. Little 08 February 2024 • 1200 hrs. Area Two - SVU Office (2nd floor).