James Christopher Riordan, age 40, passed away suddenly on September 6, 2017. James was the beloved son of Brigid and the late Thomas Riordan of Co. Kerry, Ireland and was born in Chicago, IL James is survived by his mother Brigid and his four brothers: Thomas, Kevin (Therese), Brendan (Elizabeth) and Patrick.  He was a proud uncle to Brigid Davidson (Bryan), Kathleen, Eleanor, Julia, Abigael, Meagan, Kaleigh, Jack and Daniel. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge on Friday from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to St. Juliana Church.  Mass at 10:00 a.m.  Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Xavier University, Attn: Lisa Anderson, 3800 Victory Pkwy., Cincinnati, OH  45207-5430 or St. Juliana Parish, Chicago, IL.  For info (847) 685-1002 - www.cooneyfuneralhome.com.