Bernard J. Hennessy of Evergreen Park, beloved spouse of his precious Carol Hennessy, whose passing broke his heart. Father of Dr. Bernard Hennessy, COL, U.S. Army (retired) (Carolyn), Maura Brown (Larry), Gregory (Carol Ann), Elizabeth Ruzevich, Patrick (Katherine), and the late Sean.
Brother of Leo, Loretta Sheehy and William. Predeceased in life by Bernard Joseph Hennessy (Father) and Catherine Durkin (Mother), and siblings Eleanor Hennessy, James Hennessy, Ethelrita Harris, Helen Mansky, Catherine Houghland and Patrick Hennessy.
Grandfather of Shannon, Christopher, Kathleen, Kelly Ann, Erin, Michael, Amy, Allison, Katherine, Ian, Grace, Sarah and Ellen Carol. Uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Graduate of St. Ethelreda Grade School (1945), Leo High School (1949), Loyola University (1953) and Loyola University- School of Law (1956). Trial Lawyer for over 50 years, 50 year member of Most Holy Redeemer Parish; past President of Ridge Country Club, attorney for Village of Norridge for many years.
Visitation at Kenny Brothers Funeral Directors on Tuesday January 6th 3pm – 9pm; Mass of Christian Burial at Most Holy Redeemer on Wednesday January 7th, Morning prayers will begin at Kenny Brothers at 10:00 a.m. Mass at 10:30 a.m. Interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Memorials to Augustinian or Jesuit mission food for poor appreciated. For more info. Call 708-425-4500.
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