James M. Wallace

James M. Wallace, 88, of Santa Clara, Utah, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and friendship. He was the cherished husband of Shirley and a longtime resident of the Chicago area.

A proud father of 11, James was also a devoted grandfather to 18 grandchildren and a great-grandfather to 15.

He spent many years in Downers Grove, where he raised his beloved children: Mary Patricia Fairchild (late Keith), Maureen, Cathy Rooney (late Peter), Jimmy (Teresa), Peggy (John) Starshak, Eileen (Daniel) Kuzniar, Martin (Jennifer), Colleen (Matt Broderick), Nancy (John) Bristow, Edward (Allison), and Michael.

James was preceded in death by his first wife, Caroline Wallace (née Fahey), and Kay Brennan-Wallace.

He was a dear brother to Mary Ann Burns and the late Michael Wallace, Daniel Wallace, Margaret Harnett, and Ellen Ward.

He was a fond uncle to many nieces and nephews and a valued friend to many in both the Chicago and St. George, Utah areas, particularly to Father Edward Salmon.

As we say goodbye to Jim, we take comfort in knowing that his spirit and love will continue to thrive in the countless friendships he cultivated and the love he shared throughout his life. Rest in peace, you will be profoundly missed and forever remembered.

Visitation Friday, April 4, 2025, 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road, (½ mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst and Saturday, April 5, 2025, 9:00 a.m. until time of Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. at Saint Giles Catholic Church, 1025 Columbian Avenue, Oak Park. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Misericordia Heart of Mercy, 6300 North Ridge, Chicago IL 60660. https://www.misericordia.com/ For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com

Link to watch Live Stream of the funeral Mass :  https://youtube.com/live/KTpZSU_xbzQ?feature=share



VISITATION

Friday

Apr

4

3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Gibbons Funeral Home
134 South York Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126

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VISITATION

Saturday

Apr

5

9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
Saint Giles Catholic Church
1025 Columbia Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302

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FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday

Apr

5

10:00 a.m.
Saint Giles Catholic Church
1025 Columbia Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302

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INTERMENT

Saturday

Apr

5

Following Mass
Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery
1400 S Wolf Road
Hillside IL 60162

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MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to

Misericordia Heart of Mercy, 6300 North Ridge, Chicago IL 60660

https://www.misericordia.com/

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