James Kevin Malone
James Kevin Malone was born in Evansville, Indiana on April 24, 1955 to the late John Casey and Ruth Marie Malone. Known affectionately as Kevin, he passed to eternal life on Sunday, February 23, 2014 at age 58, in his home in LaGrange Park, Illinois.
The twelfth of thirteen children, he moved with his family to LaGrange, Illinois in June of 1956. A graduate of Benet Academy, Kevin worked for Grant Importing for a number of years. Prior to that, he worked for Triad Form Erectors Construction.
He married Colette Campbell in September, 1987. Together they had three marvelous sons, the biggest joys of Kevin’s life; Nicholas, 21, a student at University of Iowa; Kyle, 18; and Matthew, 16, both students at Fenwick High School in Oak Park, Illinois. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, an older brother, John Casey Malone, his youngest sister, Carolyn Sue Malone Lagi, Bill and Donna Campbell. He is survived by sisters Margaret Ruth Masbaum, Jeral Marie (Kenneth) Norman, Mary Louise (late Thomas) Magda, Kathleen Rose Kelly, Shannon Irene (Robert) Granato, Jeannine Ann Malone; brothers Patrick Michael (late Noreen), William Francis (Donna), Thomas Joseph, Timothy Keith (Christine); Kate Collins, Joni (Dan) Thompson, Mary Campbell, John Campbell, Paul (Teri) Campbell. Kevin was the beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews, along with many cousins, and his Aunt Imelda Frank. He will be missed by all who knew him and particularly his recent significant friend Ms. Toni Ferris. Kevin was a proud member of A.A. & G.A. While a 15-year success, he helped many fellow members live one day at a time.
Visitation is Sunday, March 2,2014 from 3 to 9 p.m. at Hallowell and James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside, IL. 60525
Funeral Mass is Monday, March 3, 2014 at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church, 124 N. Spring Ave., La Grange, IL 60525. Funeral home phone 708-352-6500 or www. hjfunerals.com
Collette,
Please accept our sympathies on the passing of Kevin, and may you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Gary and Carey Berger
Kevin was a very kind and decent man, and a very proud father of his three sons. Just a nice guy. He will be missed.
Kevin was a great coworker, very graceful & down to earth man. He loved nothing more then his kids. Kevin you will truly be missed by all of us at 7-Eleven.
I had the pleasure of knowing Kevin when he and Colette were dating and then married. Kegin was a decent, honest guy and it just breaks me up that he’s not here with us. He was a good father, husband and all around guy. I will miss him very much.
U.
I was very sorry to learn of Kevin’s passing. He had a warm smile, and a gentle way about him. You could tell he had a good soul. I enjoyed visiting with him, and I learned from him. God bless you all, and may fond memories comfort you.
Sadly, just asked about Kevin and heard he passed. I just found out 10 minutes ago. He was a kind soul that always gave you the “Irish blessing” on your Lottery tickets at the 7-11. He always remembered my name because he had a brother named Tim as well. We would jokingly banter back and forth and he was very happy and in love with his girl, his kids and life as of the last time I spoke with him.
Kevin is remembered and missed to this day. God bless.
Kevin was a good man and co-worker at
7-11 from 2007 to 2014. Every time I relieve him before my shift begins, he would do everything for me. He would stock the cooler, stock cups and keep the store clean so he can give me a break. He will missed by me and his co-workers at the store. RIP my friend.