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Michael Devaney Obituary

Michael B. Devaney

Michael B. Devaney, of Downers Grove, passed away September 18, 2016.

Arrangements by Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 630-968-1000.

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Sep. 21, 2016.
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Mike, Will always remember story about you climbing out on gangway to install fan that blows the flag at UC. We at Tribeca think of you every time flag starts moving at end of anthem at Hawks game. Bless your sweet spirit.

Chris Thompson

Friend

September 14, 2019

I just heard about Mike. I met Mike first as a patient and then we became good friends. He was a truly special person, big hearted, caring, and as a friend just couldn't do enough. He touched a lot of people lives and will be missed.

Ed Lisberg

January 25, 2017

I remember Mike from grade school. Colleen and I had a wonderful friendship. I remember going over to there house when I was in grade school. This is a very sad thing. He was such an easy going kid. I have lost touch with Colleen. I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with this family. Love to all of you.
Sue Calkins

Sue Calkins

January 19, 2017

Marijane,

I talked with Peg and she shared with me the very sad news about Michael. There are no words for such a deep, deep loss, but please know that I am thinking of you and your family and you are all in my prayers.

Mary Lou Taylor

September 26, 2016

Matt and family,

I posted the photo I mentioned of Mike with some of the regulars at Tribeca cigar store. It's on the Legacy obit page for Mike. (Never got your text) If you need me to send by text, send me message at 312-560-8122.

So glad myself and the other guys got to know him. We will think of him when we see his favorite chair--now empty--and the flag unfurled at UC.

Bless all of you.

Chris Thompson

September 23, 2016

I just heard this terrible news from a Fenwick classmate. Mike was a great guy who was a true friend. I feel bad that we lost touch years ago. My deepest sympathies go out to Mike's family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Bob Spahn Jr.

September 22, 2016

Chris Thompson

September 22, 2016

I can't even express in words how terrible I feel for the entire Devaney family. I have known Mike for a long time and he was always just a nice guy. He was so sweet and had a twinkle in his eye that let you know that he cared about you. His smile made you smile and he was that type of person that you instantly liked and wanted to be around. He will be missed by many. Please know that you are all in my thoughts.

Sue (Ruthie) Delano- Mikyska

September 22, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to the Devaney Family. We are saddened by you loss and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers.

Susan Walsh

September 22, 2016

Karyn Devaney Verber

September 21, 2016

Karyn Devaney Verber

September 21, 2016

Karyn Verber

September 21, 2016

Julie,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Mike. You and your family will be in my prayers. With sympathy and love,
Lana (Vulpo) Fierst

Lana Fierst

September 21, 2016

Our love and prayers go out to all of you on this great loss. We will remember Mike as such a wonderful and kind man with a twinkle in his eyes and a smile on his face. Rest in peace Mike ❤

The Audino Family

September 21, 2016

Karyn Verber

September 20, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan

September 21, 2016

Thoughts and prayers are with Mike's friends and family.

Larry Rosenstiel
IBEW 134

September 20, 2016

My dear, sweet uncle and godfather. I'm going to miss him so much. He had a heart of gold, and would give anyone the shirt off of his back- even if it was his last. He was always there for my mom and I growing up, and especially my brother, Sean. I'll miss his smile, his laugh, and that twinkle in your eye. I'm sure he's telling naughty jokes in heaven as we speak. Until we meet again- rest easy Mikey. I love you.
Sarah

September 20, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to Marijane & Family
on your loss. Keeping the Devaney Family
in our prayers.

Sam & Eileen Arcuri

September 20, 2016

My deepest sympathy to family and friends. I know that your heart hurts, Marijane. There is nothing more to say, except that Mike is now in God's loving hands. And so are all of you.
Lauretta C.

September 20, 2016

Mike was a wonderful Godfather to my daughter. He was one of the kindness people and very glad to know. RIP I will miss his smiling eyes. My heart and prayers go out to the the family. I am so sorry for your loss!!! Pam

September 20, 2016

September 20, 2016

Dear friends and family of Michael Devaney,
Please except my sincere condolence to you all. This is a troubling and difficult time, but there is someone that you can throw your anxieties on. At 1 Peter 5:6,7 God wants us to pray to him and let him know our distress because he cares for us.

Best wishes.

Abby

September 20, 2016

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