INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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Gordon K. Blood, 84; U.S. Army Veteran and Retired Engineer, Chicago Fire Department; beloved son of the late Lois; dear brother of the late Alice (late Charles) Abfall; fond uncle of Lorri (Paul) Zydlo and the late Jeffery (Karin) Abfall; great-uncle of Michael, Richard, Jeffery and Katrina; also, friend of many. Visitation Friday, June 28, 2024 at Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 6250 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, from 10:00 A.M. until time of service at 12:00 Noon. Graveside interment will follow at Maryhill Cemetery, in Niles. For info 773-774-0366.



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Elgia Cook. April 6, 1931 — June 15, 2024 Nashville. Born in Warm Springs, GA in 1931, Elgia Cook was the rock of both his family and his community. Moving to Chicago in 1954 after serving in the Korean War as a United States Marine, he became a police officer and scaled the ranks of the Chicago Police Department (CPD). Starting as a patrolman, he quickly rose to the rank of Sergeant, and continued garnering special recognitions and assignments through his promotion to Captain after graduating from the FBI Academy in 1977. Upon completion of his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice in 1980, El secured his next promotion as District Commander of Chicago’s 11th District. He then went on to become the Deputy Assistant Superintendent of CPD before his appointment as Chief of the Organized Crime Division. Allowing his love of music to lead him to a local R&B show in 1983, Elgia met Jean Davis serendipitously on a night that would change his life forever. She would become the love of his life and most prized accomplishment. He retired in 1991 and fully dedicated the rest of his days to loving and supporting Jean in her endeavors, and giving back to the communities he was a part of. Elgia’s commitment to the advancement of youth and community included his service as President of Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of NOBLE (National Organization of Black Law Enforcement); appearances and presentations to Congress on attacking the problems of organized crime, drugs, and violence in communities; and founding the “We Care” program to provide food, clothing, and gifts to thousands of impoverished Chicagoans for nearly two decades. El, adoringly known as “Chief,” leaves behind three children: Carlton (Sharon); Larvette, his most loving and faithful caretaker; Brandi-el (Kelcey); and a most beloved “bonus” daughter, Patrice (Pinklon); eight grandchildren, and his great granddaughter, Penelope. He is eternally grateful for the dedication of his caretakers: his sister-in-law, Geneva, and his care team, Doris and Asmait. Visitation 24 June 2024, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Highland Hills Funeral Home & Crematory 2422 Brick Church Pike, Nashville, TN 37207. Visitation 25 June 2024 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. The Temple Church, 3810 Kings Ln, Nashville, TN 37218. Celebration of Life 25 June 2024 1:00 p.m. The Temple Church 3810 Kings Ln, Nashville, TN 37218.



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Mary Jo O'Brien nee Heneghan, Native of Dereendafderg, Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo, Ireland. Beloved wife of the late Johnny; proud mom to Tom ret. CPD (Luci ret. CPD), John (Colleen), Bob (Cathy) and AnnMarie (Kevin CFD) Newell; loving grandma/Mimi of Megan, Kristen, Jack, Fiona, Declan, Kaitlyn, Sean, Matthew and Joey O'Brien, Molly and Michael Newell; dear sister of Sean (Peggy), the late Paddy (the late Annie), Tom (the late Hannah), Kathleen (the late Mick) Duffy, Martin (the late Ann), Tim (the late Kathleen), Michael and James; fond aunt and friend of many, including those in the Sterling Village Community, Florida. Friends and family will meet Tuesday June 25, 2024, for Visitation 9:30 am until Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 am at St Juliana Church 7201 N. Oketo, Chicago. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Special Olympics or St. Patrick Fathers would be appreciated.


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Merrily W. O'Hara, nee Bischof, Devoted wife of the late Patrick (Ret. CPD); Loving mother of Brian (Jennie) O’Hara, Lynn (Michael) Roach, and Leslie (Scott) Ashley; Proud grandma of Patrick, Brendan (Anna Grace), Kelly, Emmet, Patrick, Aidan, Eamon, and Colin; Dear sister of Jeri (John) Casey; Survived by her beloved sister-in-law Bea (James) Hardiman; Cherished aunt, cousin, and friend to many; Visitation Tuesday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.; Funeral Wednesday 9:00 a.m. from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St. Chicago Ridge to Queen of Martyrs Church, 103rd St. and Central Park Ave.; Mass 10:00 a.m.; Interment St. Mary Cemetery; In lieu of flowers, donations to Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, www.cpdmemorial.org would be appreciated; For Funeral info (708) 422-2700, or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

Prayer March and vigil officer Larry Newman 23 June 2024.

Flier attached:

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Forwarded information from retired CPD Paul Vitioli.

Retired Captain Roger Whalen passed away. Roger had cancer, was supposedly in remission, then apparently had a heart attack. The services will be private and there will be a memorial service at some point in the future. Please keep Roger and his family in your prayers!

From the CPD Daily bulletin June 23, 2024.

ALWAYS REMEMBERED!

Patrick J. McGovern. . . . . . . . 1925

Thomas J. Johnson. . . . . . . . . 1931

DEATH NOTICES.

Passed away 15 June 2024 RETIRED CHIEF ELGIA C. COOK, formerly Chief of Organized Crime.

Passed away 19 June 2024 PHIL LEWIS, brother of Civilian Barbara Strickland assigned to District 005.