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Robert James Anderson
January 15, 1945 – March 20, 2024
Chicago, Illinois

Robert James Anderson, 79, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his home. Born on January 15, 1945, in Chicago to the late James and Margaret Anderson, Robert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed.

Robert graduated from the University of Illinois in 1967 with a degree in engineering. He worked as a civil engineer for the City of Chicago for 40 years before retiring in 2007. He married his wife, Patricia, in 1970, and together they raised three children: Sarah (Mark) Johnson, Michael (Lisa) Anderson, and Jennifer (David) Martinez.

Robert was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, where he served as a volunteer for over 30 years. He loved fishing, gardening, and spending time with his family. He was known for his kindness, his sense of humor, and his unwavering love for his family.

Robert is survived by his wife of 54 years, Patricia; his children, Sarah (Mark) Johnson, Michael (Lisa) Anderson, and Jennifer (David) Martinez; his eight grandchildren: Emma, Jack, Olivia, Lucas, Noah, Ava, Lily, and Ethan; his sister, Mary (Robert) Wilson; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Margaret Anderson, and his brother, Thomas Anderson.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on March 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 123 Main Street, Chicago, IL. Visitation will be held on March 26, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Chicago Funeral Home, 456 Oak Avenue, Chicago, IL. Interment will follow at Chicago Memorial Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church or the Chicago Food Bank in Robert's memory.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff at Chicago Hospice for their compassionate care during Robert's final days. Robert's love, his laughter, and his legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Margaret Elizabeth Thompson
12th September 1940 – 15th January 2024
London, England

Margaret Elizabeth Thompson, aged 83, of London, passed away peacefully on 15th January 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her home. Born on 12th September 1940, in London to the late John and Mary Smith, Margaret was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed.

Margaret attended the University of London, where she earned a degree in education. She worked as a primary school teacher for 35 years before retiring in 1998. She married her husband, Robert Thompson, in 1965, and together they raised three children: Sarah (Mark) Johnson, David (Lisa) Thompson, and Elizabeth (James) Wilson.

Margaret was an active member of St. John's Church, where she served as a volunteer for over 40 years. She loved gardening, reading, and spending time with her family. She was known for her kindness, her patience, and her unwavering love for her family.

Margaret is survived by her husband of 59 years, Robert; her children, Sarah (Mark) Johnson, David (Lisa) Thompson, and Elizabeth (James) Wilson; her eight grandchildren: Emma, Jack, Olivia, Lucas, Noah, Ava, Lily, and Ethan; her sister, Catherine (Robert) Anderson; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents, John and Mary Smith, and her brother, James Smith.

A funeral service will be held on 22nd January 2024, at 11:00 AM at St. John's Church, 123 High Street, London. A wake will be held on 21st January 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at London Funeral Home, 456 Church Road, London. Interment will follow at London Memorial Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John's Church or the British Heart Foundation in Margaret's memory.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at London Hospice for their compassionate care during Margaret's final days. Margaret's love, her laughter, and her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

In Memoriam

Dr. William James Harrison
March 5, 1950 – April 10, 2024
Boston, Massachusetts

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. William James Harrison, who departed this life on April 10, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on March 5, 1950, in Boston, Massachusetts, to the late James and Helen Harrison, Dr. Harrison was a distinguished physician, a devoted family man, and a pillar of his community.

Dr. Harrison received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1976 and dedicated over 40 years to serving his patients with compassion and excellence. He was a respected member of the medical community and a mentor to many young physicians.

Dr. Harrison is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Elizabeth Harrison; his children, William Jr. (Sarah) Harrison and Catherine (Michael) Wilson; his four grandchildren; his sister, Patricia (Robert) Anderson; and numerous colleagues, friends, and patients whose lives he touched.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Robert Harrison.

A memorial service will be held on April 17, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Boston Memorial Chapel, 789 Park Avenue, Boston, MA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the American Medical Association Foundation or the Boston Children's Hospital.

Dr. Harrison's legacy of service, compassion, and dedication will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in peace.