Edward F. Downey's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2025 in Naperville, Illinois

Edward F. Downey

September 7, 1930 - September 20, 2025 (95 years old)

Naperville, Illinois

Edward F. Downey's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2025 in Naperville, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home: Overman-Jones

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Edward F. Downey

September 7, 1930 - September 20, 2025 (95 years old)

Naperville, Illinois

Edward F. Downey Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Edward F. Downey (Naperville, Illinois), born in Chicago, Illinois, who passed away on September 20, 2025, at the age of 95, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Marianne Bankert Downey; his former wife Eileen Downey; his son James Downey; his parents, Henry Downey and Marie Downey; and his brother Henry Downey (late Jean).

He is survived by: his children, Edward Downey, Jr. (Shannon) and Catherine Fletcher (Thomas); his grandchildren, Eamon, Michaela, Meghan, Brianna and Maeve; and his sister Marie Sikes (late Richard).

For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Edward's life, memorial donations may be directed to PAWS (https://www.pawschicago.org) or Rotary International.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home: Overman-Jones



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Sep 28

Visitation

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home
44 S Mill St, Naperville, IL 60540

Mon

Sep 29

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Daniel the Prophet Catholic Church
101 W Loop Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189

Mon

Sep 29

Committal service

Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
20953 W Hoff Rd, Elwood, IL 60421

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