Patrick O'Donnell- age 77, of Chicago died Sunday, August 23, 2015. He was born October 7, 1938 in Arranmore Island, County Donegal, Ireland.  He was a loyal employee for People's Gas for 35 years.  An incredible friend to many and long-time volunteer and member of the Irish American Heritage Center. Survivors include his beloved wife of 53 years Peggy O'Donnell nee (Keeley), his six children Daniel (Josie), Michael, Kathleen (Mike) Micek, Patrick (Cheryl), John (Jolanta), and Mary Margaret (Joseph) Knuerr.  His eight grandchildren Timothy, Sean, Erin, Chloe, Luke, Matthew, Zachary, and Robert. Loving brother of Daniel (Mary), Nora, Neil, Kathleen (Peter) Carroll, Mary (the late Antoin) Gallagher, Sheila and Anthony O'Donnell.  Fond uncle of many. Visitaion to be held at Cooney Funeral Home  3-9 p.m. on Wednesday Aug. 26 , 625 Busse Hwy,  Park Ridge, IL. 60068. , Funeral Thursday, August 27 at 9:30am to St. Julianna Church for 10am Mass.  Interment Mary Hill Cemetery. 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com