Michael P. Callahan
Michael P. Callahan, age 73, of Chicago. Served in US Marine Corps Reserves. Beloved husband of Linda for 50 years. Loving father of Maurine (Brian) Smith, Jack (Amy) Callahan and Jane (Norman) Milsap. Devoted grandfather of Margaret, Charlie, Jamie, Mikey, Danny and Colin. Dear brother of James Callahan, John (Kelly) Callahan and Bridget (Bo) Stalvey. Fond friend to many. Visitation 3-9 p.m. Wednesday May 26 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Funeral service 11 a.m. Thursday May 27 at the funeral home. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Lurie Children’s Hospital would be appreciated. Funeral info 708-352-6500
I’m so sorry Linda. I really liked Mike. He cracked me up. He’s in a better place now. I will pray for him, and you. God bless you and your kids Linda.
Kevin Meek
What a great guy. Linda so sorry
My condolences and sympathies to the Callahan Family. RIP Mikde
I have many great memories of Mike through our years at St Ignatius. My deepest sympathies to the Callahan family.
To the Callahan family, my deepest condolences! Mike was a great man and his warmth and humor will be missed!
Dear Linda and family,
I was so sad to hear about your loss. Mike, as I remember him, was a loving husband, a caring family man and lots of fun for everyone who had the pleasure to be around him. Your sad message of his passing brought back many memories and they are all good ones from our old neighborhood when the kids were growing up, eons ago.
Sending my warmest thoughts to all of you,
Aase
Linda and the entire Callahan Family,
“The song has ended, but the melody lives on”
–Irving Berlin.
Godspeed, Sir Boss.
The crater you left behind is in our hearts
you are the silver outlining the cloud that rises above.
With Sympathy,
Walter and Jan Raczynski
Dear Callahan Family, our condolences from Germany. I have enjoyed Mike’s company as in the work environment for almost 2 decades and always appreciated his fine sense of humor and absolute reliability. He will be missed. Our hearts are with you.
Michael G.
My Deepest condolences to Linda and the Callahan Family.
I go back with Mike to when we both went and graduated from St. Joseph School in Summit, Illinois.
I also remember delivering the morning newspaper to his house.
He showed me a copy of the ‘Spirit’ publication from St. Ignatius while in 8th grade, took the admissions test and committed to go there.
I am eternally grateful for that small step he took. Although he was never in any of my classes, I do remember taking the time to talk with him at the Alumni Reunions.
On a lighter note, he always looked cool in ‘Saddle Shoes’! LOL!
Deepest Sympathies,
Joe and Anna Lisak
Ad Maiorem Dei Gloria
My condolences to Jane and her entire family. Keeping you all in thoughts and prayer. I love you Jane😘❤
So sorry to hear this. My condolences to all the Callahans.
Dear Linda, our deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family. I am still shocked since you informed me of Mike passing away. Spoke to him a couple of weeks ago when he said he was not doing well. Mike has been my best friend for over 18 years. I first met him while working on a project in Indiana. He was so much fun and the entire Nestle project team had a lot of respect as he was extremely talented, very pleasant and great to negotiate with. He made everyone feel like we were a part of his family. Mike was responsible for bringing home to Krones a huge project win. He loved Indian food and whenever we had a chance we would go to an Indian restaurant Ian’s eat his favorite “Chicken Tikka Masala”. Mike surprised me one day while driving; he played a western song and told me “that is me singing and playing the guitar”. I said WOW; you should have recorder at Nashville to become a country music star. We are praying to God to give you and your family strength and May his soul Rest In Peace. He will be missed. Lots of love
Kumar
Linda, Maurine, Jack, Jane and all, my heartfelt condolences to the whole family. Colleen just told me about Mike. He was a wonderful man–so easy to talk to, kind, and a great sense of humor. It’s quite strange that just last week I found myself thinking of your family several times–now I understand why with you all going through such a tragic time. My love to you. May Mike rest in peace.
Linda, Maurine, Jack, Jane, everyone… I was so so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing! My family is praying for all of you during this incredibly difficult time…. and will continue to do so. I am so happy that I was able to spend some time with “Mr. Callahan” (as I called him 🙂 when I lived in Chicago. What an incredibly fun, funny, and welcoming person. He told a good story! 🙂 As a friend of Maurine’s, I know how much she adored him. I hope your faith and wonderful memories are a comfort to you now. I wish I could be in Chicago today. We are sending you love and hugs from Minnesota. Carlise, Steve, Sadie & Ruby Stembridge
I first met Mike 57 years ago, when he was in a pop/rock band with my older brother, Jack Jerak, and their other high school classmate/bandmate, Bob Vermette. Fast forward five decades, Bob asked if I wanted to join Mike and Bob to play some music. We jammed and I also received links to some of their music recordings, all originals. I thoroughly enjoyed playing some conga with these two guys, as well as listening to their music links. All good stuff. They were both perfectionists. But what stood out most is that Mike was a true artist (poet), skillfully sharing his talent. I will always remember his commitment to his craft. Play on, Mike!
Dear Linda, our deepest condolences to you and your family. It was an honor to have him as a friend with all the good memories.
He was a great person and we will all miss him.
Linda , So sorry. Candice