Gerald "Gerry" W. Callahan Sr., age 80, of Chicago, IL passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024, retired patrolman C.P.D. 40 years; beloved husband of Sharon nee Stokes; loving father of Gerald "Gerry" Jr. (Coleen) Callahan, Kathleen (Tim) Egan and the late Jim Callahan; cherished grandfather of Shannon (Guy) Di Balsamo, Erin Callahan, Samantha Egan and Anthony Callahan; fond brother of Brian Callahan, Kevin Callahan, John Callahan, Mary Archambeau, the late Cindy Callahan and the late Judy (Frank) Carey; dearest uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday, June 15th, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, 10621 S. Kedvale in Oak Lawn, IL with funeral mass to follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Alsip, IL. For info (708) 636-1193.