John O'Malley

JOHN O'MALLEY | Visit Guest Book John "Duke" O'Malley, age 76, Retired Lieutenant CFD, US Army veteran of Korean War. Beloved husband of the late Joan, nee Miska; devoted father of Patrick (Mary Susan), Kathy (Keith) Kobiernicki, Erin (Robin) Johnson, Colleen (Jerry) Granato, Maureen (Matt) McGrail and Kerrie McAvoy; loving grandfather of 16; and great-grandfather of one; dear brother of Dennis (Joan) O'Malley, Eileen (Mike) Casey, Tom (Mary Jo) O'Malley and the late Patricia (Bob) Wojcik; dearest brother-in-law of Patricia (Frank) Kennedy and Marjorie (Jim) Dowling; also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Duke was the outdoor columnist for the Southtown Newspaper for 30 years. He organized the "Kids Free Fishing Derby" for over 20 years. He was also active with many other clubs and organizations. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W), Palos Hills. Funeral Wednesday 8 a.m. from the funeral home to St. Symphorosa Church for 9:30 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708) 974-4410. Published in Chicago Tribune from May 29 to May 31, 2011