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Paul Macdonnell Obituary

Paul Henry Macdonnell, 83, of Cou/ntryside, passed away. Beloved husband of Alyce; loving father of Timothy (Chris) Macdonnell and Eileen (George) Curry; devoted grandfather of Tony and David Macdonnell; dear brother of Mary (Robert) Kettle and fond uncle of many. Private interment has been held. Paul was a proud member of the N.R.A. and he was a great promoter of the Civil War Preservation Trust. He was an Associate Planning Engineer for ComEd and he was instrumental in planning the power feed for Yorktown Mall. He started as a power lineman in 1950 and advanced to Associate Planning Engineer until his retirement in 1989. Memorials to the Civil War Preservation Trust, 1156-15th St. NW, Washington, DC 20005 appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, (708) 352-6500.

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Published by Central Cook Suburban Life on Jul. 11, 2012.

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