BORN

1951

DIED

2017

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4727 West 103rd Street

Oak Lawn, Illinois

Bernard Domagala Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 8, 2017.

The City of Chicago has lost a great man and a true hero. Surrounded by his family, Chicago Police Officer Bernard "Bernie" Domagala passed away on September 5th, 2017, from injuries sustained while serving and protecting the city that he loved (in 1988).

Bernie, 66 of Chicago, was the beloved husband of Denise, loving father of Erik (Lynda), Craig (Jen), and Adam (Krystal), cherished brother-in-law of Ed and Deb Hoyt, caring uncle of Neil (Lindsay) and Scott (Morgan), and fond brother of Karen (Jim) Murphy and Roger Domagala.

Officer Domagala is preceded in death by his parents, Marcella and Walter Domagala, as well as his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Josephine and Walter Kissel.

Visitation services will be held on Sunday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Blake Lamb Funeral Home 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn, Illinois.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Queen of Martyrs Church, 10233 S. Central Park Ave., Evergreen Park, Illinois.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation are appreciated. www.cpdmemorial.org

The Domagala family would like to acknowledge and send a special thank you to the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation for their continued love, support, and for never forgetting us.

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September 11, 2017

Cindy & Joe Garcia

Denise and family,

Our deepest sympathy to all of you! So sorry for your loss. I know you will deeply miss him. Always remember those wonderful memories of him. Thinking and praying for you!

September 11, 2017

Rene and Kris Vereecken

Please accept our deepest sympathies on your loss of a beloved husband and father. Our prayers are with you at this time.

September 11, 2017

Ginny Coverick Augustinsky

Dear Denise and Family~
My deepest condolences to all of you. Bernie himself was a hero and he made heroes of you, as well. No doubt, his spirit will remain with you to continue his duty. May you all find peace and comfort in God's grace.

September 10, 2017

Denise Miller (Mcguire)

So sorry your in my thoughts and prayers.

September 10, 2017

Coworker

Sgt. Al, (CPD, 018, ret.)

Domagala Family,
The entire Chicago police department, active and retired, joins you in mourning the loss of your loved one. Bernie fought a long and valiant fight. He was that kind of special police officer, an inspiration to us all.
May God now welcome him into His open and loving arms. Rest in peace our brother, your work here is done.

Posted by Sgt. Al, (CPD, 018, ret.)

September 10, 2017

Denise, Eric, Adam and Craig
Our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy. We will keep Bernie in our prayers.

Dennis and Geri McGuire

September 9, 2017

Mikuzis Family

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

September 9, 2017

Kay Johnson (Duffy)

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to "Bernie's" family and friends on his passing. My sister Helen Duffy worked with Bernie at Com Ed and she was so very fond of him. She told me about him often, so much so I felt I knew him. Helen passed away in '98 and now I'm sure they're laughing together again. May all of you know peace and happy memories.

September 8, 2017

Jacquelibe Shaikh

Oh,Bernie,I will truly miss seeing your face.I have taken care of you over the years .I would ask you how is Denise .You always had a sense of humor. My deepest sympathy to Denise and your Sons, and their Wives."Rest Easy ",I will miss walking in your room and saying "The Bern".Heaven has a new Angel.❤

September 8, 2017

Charles and Maureen Siedlecki

Rest in Peace, Brother. Heartfelt condolences to the entire family.

September 8, 2017

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Bernie will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 10 SEP, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

Posted by ~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

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