Deacon Matthew "Matty" Hennessy
Of Prospect Heights

Deacon Matthew "Matty" Hennessy, age 90, was born in County Tipperary, Ireland to David and Catherine (nee Hayes) Hennessy. He passed away on Monday, February 4, 2013.

Matt served as a deacon for 39 years, primarily at St. James Church. He was devoted to the blessed sacrament both at chapel visitations and the Eucharistic holy hour. He had a strong faith and often lead the Rosary after Mass. Matt enjoyed working in his yard and garden, which always reminded him of his home farm in Ireland.

Matthew is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Marion Beem Hennessy (nee Rue); his step-children, Maureen (William) Ruddy, Francis (Mary) Beem, Carol Beem and Charlotte Garcia; and many step-grandchildren, step great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his dear first wife of 17 years, Alice Mojzis Hennessy; his parents, his seven siblings, including his dear brother, Fr. John Hennessy; and his step-son, Patrick Beem.

Visitation from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm, Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at Glueckert Funeral Home Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Prayers 11:15 AM Thursday, February 7, 2013 at the Funeral Home, proceeding to St. James Catholic Church, 831 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Heights for Mass at 12:oo Noon. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to a favorite charity.



 

Glueckert Funeral Home