James J. Van Geertruy

Died: Tue., Nov. 10, 2015


Visitation

3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Fri., Nov. 13, 2015
Location: Thomas McInerney's Sons funeral home


Funeral Service

10:00 AM Sat., Nov. 14, 2015
Location: St. Gabriel Church


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James J. Van Geertruy. 74 years.  Beloved son of the late Frank (late Eleanor nee Risch) Van Geertruy.  Devoted brother of Mary Sopron, and the late John Van Geetruy. Loving uncle of Deb (Ron) Glowacki, John (Gail) Sopron, Kay (Bob) Dean. Great uncle of Geoff, Steve and Rob Glowaki. Jim passed away peacefully at home, which is what he wanted.  A lifelong Canaryville resident and 4th Degree member - Past Grand Knight of the Madonna Council Knights of Columbus.  Jim was a tireless volunteer and proud member of St. Gabriel Church. An avid bingo player and bowler he participated in the “Beat the Champs” Tournament in 2013.  Jim will be sorely missed by his many friends.  Funeral services 9:00 a.m., Saturday, November 14, 2015, from the Thomas McInerney’s Sons Funeral Home, 4635 South Wallace Street, Chicago, IL to St. Gabriel Church, Mass of the Resurrection 10:00 a.m. Visitation Friday, November 13, 2015 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  Interment: St. Mary Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations to St.Gabriel’s Building Fund or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital appreciated.         

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Sarah Kahley
   Posted Wed November 11, 2015

RAY OF SUNSHINE was sent by Sarah J Kahley.

I will treasure many happy childhood memories! Sarah Kahley, Brad Kahley, Leah and Lauren


Sue Bozung
   Posted Wed November 11, 2015
Every time I think of Jimmy Van I have to smile. So many wonderful memories. I wish I could be there to celebrate his life with you. I know he will be sorely missed by friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, Dave and I will make a donation to the St. Jude Children's Hospital in his name.
With love, Dave and Sue

Michael L.Opitz
   Posted Sun January 31, 2016
Sorry about your loss, He was a Great Neighbor.

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