Emmett P. O'Boyle, 71, of Des Plaines; loving husband of Mary Jean (nee Poerschman); beloved father of Jean Marie, Michael P., Timothy M. (Melissa), and Matthew E. O'Boyle; proud grandfather of Nicole, Liam, Brendan, and Norah; dear brother of Francis (Phyllis), John (Marie) O'Boyle, Barbara (the late James) Kneafsey and Norine (William) O'Donovan; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Oehler Funeral Home, 2099 Miner St, Des Plaines. Prayer service Friday, 9:45 a.m. from Funeral Home to St. Mary Church, 794 Pearson St, Des Plaines. Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to Respiratory Health Association, 1440 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607 or to your favorite charity appreciated.
