INFORMATION FROM PHIL HASKETT (RET)

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Michael A. Clifford “Big Mike” 64, Lifelong resident of Canaryville, passed away April 22, 2023. Devoted Father of Michael A. Clifford Jr. and Carl (Sarah) Clifford; loving brother of Carol (late Jim, Retried CPD) Henderson, Kathleen (Jack, Retired CPD) Doyle; also survived by dear nieces Mary Margaret and Colleen, nephew Johnny, and many more fond nieces, nephews, and friends; fun-loving god-father of Justin Bracken; and soon to be Grandpa to Link Clifford, and step-grandpa of Gabriel Williams. Michael was preceded in death by his mother Catherine A. Clifford (nee Kave), and two brothers Robert and William Clifford. Mike was a member of the Canaryville S.A.C Club. He was a dedicated 30+ year employee of Scientific Home Windows, and extremely skilled self taught electrician. One of Mike’s favorite past times was ATV riding. His family described him as a true handyman, and “Jager Mixologist!” He was a hard worker and always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Mike will be remembered for his outgoing, energetic, and lively personality. He was a devoted son, father, brother, uncle, God-father, and friend who will always be remembered and never forgotten. Services at McInerney Central Chapel, 4635 S. Wallace Street, Chicago, IL 60609 on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 3-8 pm. Funeral Thursday, May 4, 2023 with chapel prayers at 9am to St. Gabriel Church, 600 W. 45th St., Chicago for a 10 am Mass of Christian Burial. Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes. Please visit MICHAEL CLIFFORD book of memories. To express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, visit http://WWW.CHAPELC.COM or FACEBOOK.COM/FUNERALMC. For information 773 268-0703 or 773 581-9000.



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Elizabeth "Beth" N Murphy nee Newell beloved wife of the late James Murphy; loving stepmother of James (Jeanette) and Brian (Jaime); grand Beth of Miles, Molly, Max and Maeve; cherished sister of Frank (Janet) Newell, Susan (John) O'Connell and David (Christine) Newell; treasured aunt and great aunt of Frankie, Arien, Johnny, Danny, Lilly, Cato, Samson and Joey; dear friend and cousin to many. Proprietor of Murphy's Bleachers and Mrs. Murphy and Sons. In lieu of flowers please make memorials in Beth's name to Nourishing Hope nourishinghopechi.org and Common Pantry commonpantry.org . A celebration of life will be held at Murphy's Bleachers on Saturday April 29th 1:20 pm till 5:00 pm. Visitation Friday April 28th 3:00 to 8:00 pm at Grein Funeral Directors 2114 W Irving Park Rd, 773-588-6336 or greinfuneraldirectors.com. Interment Private.



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Thomas James Spanos, 82, retired C.P.D.; beloved husband of Rosalie (Altmeyer); devoted father of Fred (Julie), Nick (Kelly), Tony (Jenny), Tom (Michelle), and Jimmy; loving son reunited with Constance and James; cherished grandfather of Marianna, Tommy, Samantha, Thomas, Gerry, Nicholas, Alyssa, Nikko, Sophia, and Bella; dearest brother of Chris and the late Phyllis; fond uncle of Tom. A biography of his life cannot honor him the way that he deserves. No words at all can. The closest measure of him comes from how the ones who love him feel—so devastated to lose him; so hopeful that there’s a paradise that forever gives him whatever his precious heart desires; so desperate for him to show us that he watches over us until the beautiful moment he brings us back home with him; and so committed to make him as proud of us as we are of him. Visitation, Sunday, April 30, 2023 from 4-8 p.m. at Salerno’s Rosedale Chapel, 450 W Lake St, Roselle, IL.; Relatives and friends are requested to meet Monday Morning May 1 at St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church 7373 N. Caldwell Ave, Niles, IL. for 10 a.m. Funeral service. Entombment will follow at Elmwood Cemetery. Arrangements by NICHOLAS M. PISHOS FUNERAL DIRECTOR, LTD., Info: 847-833-9522. Remembering Thomas James Spanos | Visitations and Viewings | Salerno's Funeral Homes (salernofuneralhomes.com).



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Mary M. Sweeney. Dear mother of Mary O’Ryan, Catherine (Jerry) Verran, Daniel and William CPD (Laura) Sweeney. Loving grandmother of Tommy, Jack, Matt, Kaitlyn, Joey, and the late Katie and Kelly. Dear sister of James (Joanne) Sweeney and the late Jane (the late Thomas) McHale. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Monday 8:45 a.m. from Beverly Ridge Funeral Home, 10415 S. Kedzie Ave. 9:30 a.m. Mass St. Christina Church. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. 773-779-4411 Obituary for Mary M Sweeney | Beverly Ridge Funeral Home.



From the CPD Daily bulletin 26 April 2023.



Always Remembered!

Patrick Melia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1910

Arthur F. Esau. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1928

Martin C. McCaw. . .. . . . . . . . 1942

DEATH NOTICES!

Passed away 22 April 2023, Retired Commander Thomas Spanos, father of Detective Nicholas Spanos assigned to Area 4.

Passed away 24 April 2023, Veronica Beltran, sister of Police Officer Stephanie Beltran assigned to 016 District.

Passed away 24 April 2023, Denise Jacobs, mother of Lieutenant Daniel P. Jacobs assigned to Forensic Services.

Passed away 24 April 2023, Roberto Rivera, brother of Police Officer Michael Rivera assigned to Detached Services.