Michael P. Caplice
Michael P. Caplice, age 56. Beloved husband of Catherine (nee McBroom). Loving father of Madeline (Valerie Simonis), Kelle, Meghan, and Michael Caplice. Devoted son to the late William and Jeanne (nee McCurdy) Caplice. Dear brother of Mary Beth (Bob) Newman, Bill (Birdie) Caplice, the late Jim, the late Bob, Tom (Kathy) Caplice, Dan (Linda) Caplice, Jack (Meg) Caplice, and Tim (Rowena) Caplice. Amazing son-in-law to John and Patricia (nee Slattery) McBroom. Best brother-in-law to John (Ann) McBroom and Denise (Patrick) Arlowe. Adoring Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Cherished friend to all who knew him. Best recreational golfer around, despite what his friends, brothers, and son may tell you. Visitation 2:00PM – 8:00PM Tuesday, Sept. 15th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside, IL 60525. Group limit of 50 and social distancing guidelines will be in place. Masks required. Chapel prayers 10:15AM Wednesday, Sept. 16th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home to St. John of the Cross Church, 5005 Wolf Rd, Western Springs, IL 60558 for Mass of the Resurrection at 11:00AM. Group limit of 160 at church. Guests must register for Mass at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DA9AB2CA6FECE9-michael by Monday, Sept. 14th. Unregistered guest will not be permitted into the church. Following Mass, interment will be held at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1400 S. Wolf Rd, Hillside, IL 60162. In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (https://www.stjude.org/) or The Center for Independence Through Conductive Education (https://www.cfimove.org/) are appreciated. For Service Info: 708-352-6500
Cathy & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was an amazing guy, loving husband and great Dad! Words can’t say how much Mike will be missed by so many. Sending prayers and hugs to all.
Dearest friend Cathy, i’m so deeply sorry for your loss. My prayers and heart goes out to all the children Maddie, Kelly, Megan and Michael. God Bless all of the Caplices 🙏
Dear Cathy and family. So sorry for your loss. Over 4 decades of golf w Mike, from Fresh Meadows to Great Oaks CC, he was a great golfer, proud Marquette Grad and good friend. He will be missed. Tom & Maribeth Walsh & Family.
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are the best. May God send His comforting spirit to all and His love.
Dear Caplice Family,
I was notified of Mike’s passing today by a text from a fellow veteran St. Cletus teacher. The text messaging has been exchanged by many of us for literally hours talking about wonderful memories of your family. Memories based on how you, Cathy, and Mike gave of yourselves for the St. Cletus community, and school group, in particular. I, personally, so enjoyed all your children… and, it is because of the example you set. I am very sorry for your loss, and please know how much Mike and you had an impact on the students, families, and teachers of St. Cletus. God bless you in this difficult time. Mary Jo Murphy
Hi Mrs. Murphy,
I just wanted to take a second to thank you so much for this lovely post. We all love you so much – one of our favorite teachers ever. I can’t tell you how much this means to us, as we all just read this together and smiled and cried.
-Maddy
Maddie,
Thank you for your response. I did not attend services because I did not want to impose with such a large family. You kids meant the world to me and always will. I lost my Mother at a young age too, but, honestly have lived and shared the memories I have of her with those I meet, especially young people. In my mind it was always a way to connect. Your Dad’s reputation as a good man will be a memory you can also share. My best always. Mary Jo Murphy
So sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences
Dearest friend Cathy and your beautiful children,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry to hear of Mike your loving husband and fathers passing. Praying for you all at this difficult time. Cherish Mike’s memories. Hold each other closer. Love to all🙏🏻❤️ I will miss Mike and his smile, he was a great guy!
Dear Caplice Family,
Words cannot express how very sad I am to hear about Mike. He was a wonderful man, always so scaring and smiling! He will always be watching over you, and he will never be forgotten! My love and prayers are with all of you!
Love, Holly Gunderson Harms
Dear Cathy, Madaline, Kelle, Meghan, and Michael,
I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your wonderful father and husband. Mike was filled with personality! I knew when I introduced my friend Cathy from Lourdes to Jim’s friend Mike from Fenwick that wonderful things would happen! It has been a pleasure to raise our children together, go to DR together, visit Hawks Head, attend our annual Christmas party, and share in all of life’s joys with you. You will be so missed my friend! Watch over us. Love, Kelly Nettleton
Dear Cathy and family,
Please aceptar our deepest condolences.
We will remember Mike in many positive ways-with a big smile and a great sense of humor. May he Rest In Peace. We’re sending prayers, hugs and peace for you and your lovely children.
“Descanse En Paz Amigo Mike”
Daniel, Josefina and Crystal Medina. From Querétaro, México.
I am so sad to hear this news, Cathy. I am praying for you and your children during this difficult time. I feel blessed to have known your beautiful family and my heart breaks for all you are enduring right now. Mike’s smile, laugh and great stories of days shared at Marquette with my brother in law will not be forgotten! Thanks for the many years of faith and family in our community. My prayers and condolences. 🙏🏻
Dearest friend, words can’t describe how sorry I am for your loss. You and your family grieve now, and it breaks my heart to see you in so much pain, but know that mike would also want you to celebrate his life, cherish his memory and continue on living. Mike was not a quitter, live on for him. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and in my heart always.
Our whole family is sending love and prayers your way. Mike was just an incredible, giving man. We were lucky to know him.
Dear Caplice family: We are so very sorry of Mike’s passing.We became great firsts friends when our families moved to LaGrange.We remember Mike’s great sense of humor and devotion to his family.All of you are in are prayers with much love.May God Bless .Patti Boland
Dear Cathy & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you have such a deep faith and I’m praying that you all feel the presence of the Holy Family in your grief. Sending you love & many prayers.
Barb Keane
Cathy, children and both the Caplice and McBroom families. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the loss of Mike. What a great guy. He’s going to be truly missed. On behalf of your former neighbors, the Kukuk and Gabel families…we offer a prayer of comfort. Rest in Peace Mike.
Dear Cathy,
I am sending many prayers and my deepest condolences to you and your family during this very difficult time. I am so sorry and if you need anything please let me know.
Love, Tiffany (Marie) Lucadello
Cathy, I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort and wrap you all in His loving embrace.
Cathy, I’m so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Patrice
Tom, Im so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. Hang in there and keep his memory alive. Our condolences, Mike and Julie Lynk
Dearest Caplice Family:
I am very saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved Michael. I am sending prayer to Michael and your entire family. May you find peace in knowing that you are loved and supported during this time and always.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Kim Plesha
Dear Caplice Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike on his professional liability insurance accounts. He was always so friendly. Condolences from Alta Pro Insurance.
Cathy and Family ,
I’m very sorry for your loss. I will be praying for all of you!
My condolences,
Dawn DeBartolo
Hi
I work with Tom and wanted to let you know you and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely
Leonard ONeill
We will miss Mike so deeply. He is one hell of a good man. Whenever I spent time with Mike, my cheeks hurt from laughing so hard and having an absolute blast. He epitomized the phrase “people person”, the way he befriended everyone with ease and enthusiasm. Genuine, smart, hilarious and just all-around easy to be with. Whether it was going to listen to music as couples, an afternoon of golf or a Cubs game where we frequently never actually make it into our seats, I always said to myself that I really wanted to spend more time with Mike and Cathy, what a great guy and couple.
Cathy & family,
The Caplice family has always had a special place in our hearts. We will always remember Mikes welcoming and friendly way. Especially during and after some of our own family struggles. We were always happy to see Mikes face in a crowd. Words cannot express how sorry we feel for your lose. I hope you find some comfort in the legacy he leaves behind. We will always remember his kindness. Our sympathies,
The Mrazek family
Cathy and family, truly a loss for all who knew Mike. He had a way of making everyone feel as if they were one of his closest friends. Always so generous of his time coaching our Cletus kids. Our deepest and most sincere sympathies are with you all.
Dear family of Mike Caplice. I worked for Mike for 6 years later In life, he was a very good boss and I was lucky to work for him. A few things I learned over that time was that Mike would do whatever it took to take care of his family, cherish his wife, guide his children and cheer the Chicago Blackhawks. I am so very sorry for your loss, but I know he was very proud of you all and that he made sure you had his best while he had it to offer.
Dear Cathy and your dear children,
We are incredibly heart broken for you and your family. Mike was a wonderful man, husband, Father and coach. My boys have such fond memories of playing on his team.
Hugs and peace to you and please know our prayers are with you.
His legacy lives on in your beautiful children.
With deepest sympathy.
Maggie and Rick Nelson and family
Caplice Family,
Some of my fondest childhood memories were spent at your house. Your dad was always such a bright, hilarious, and energetic light in your home. As Meghan and I grew to be so close, it was abundantly clear how much love he poured into your family by the tremendous amount of love you all gave to your friends. I am grateful to have known your dad and the rest of your wonderful family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time and wishing you peace.
With love and sympathy,
Katelyn Cahill
Cathy, Maddy, Kelle, Meghan, and Michael
We are so sorry for your loss and are thinking of you all during this incredibly difficult time.
Love,
The Worthylake Family (John, Angela, Jonathon and Brittany)
Cathy and kids I am so sorry. I wish I could be there for you or with you. Just know I love everyone of you and Mike and that beautiful smile will be missed. I will be there on Thurs.and if anyone wants to talk or needs me I will be there for you. I love all of you.
Cathy & family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Every time we met Mike he always had such a beautiful smile for us. He brought so much joy to the Walsh family. We will continue to hold you close in our hearts.
With deepest sympathy,
Tom & Mary Collins
Cathy and family my deepest condolences on Mikes passing ill miss his humor and playing poker and golf with him
Dear Caplice family. I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your amazing husband and dad. I have such wonderful memories of your family being around St. Cletus, and especially in my classes. You were always a bright spot in those classes. Your dad will always be with you. Don’t be afraid to laugh and cry often as you relive the memories. Prayers and hugs to all of you. Pat Dalsin
Cathy, my prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in the stores shared. My heart is hurting for you, your family and your friends.
Barb Cramer