Kevin J Donaghue

Kevin J. Donaghue, 64, passed away at his home in Wicker Park on Thursday October 11, 2018 after a brave and courageous struggle with lung cancer. Kevin was born on May 26, 1954 to Margaret Donaghue of Bonfield, IL and the late Donald J. Donaghue. Kevin is survived by brothers Michael of Chicago, Robert (Sue) of Beecher, IL, Peter (Helen) of Michigan City, IN, sisters Kathy (Ken) Wochnik of Orlando, FL, Janice (Mick) Galbreath of Peotone, IL, and Helen (Wayne) Evers of Bonfield, IL. Brother Joel Donaghue and his wife Geri pre-deceased Kevin. Additionally he is survived by his loving nieces and nephews -- Andy (Tami), Brian (Cathy), Sean (Michelle), Meg Klasic (Josh), Kevin (Kristin), Luke, and Zach Galbreath; Brad (Sara), Blake (Kimberly), and Brett (Nicole) Donaghue; Alyssa, Jasmine and Peter Evers; Jim (Liz) Donaghue and Amy Donaghue; Lucas and McCall Donaghue; and David Wochnik. Kevin was a proud graduate of Little Flower Grammar School, Mount Carmel HS (1971), and the University of Illinois at Urbana (1976). Kevin had a rewarding career at the Chicago Board of Trade with Agra Trading, Gelderman, and as an independent trader. He was always grateful for the mentorship of Mr. Neal Kottke and many friends at the Board. Kevin was an avid golfer and considered himself a member of the "PGA" - the Professional Guest's Association. He had a wonderfully eclectic group of friends who provided much strength in his waning days. He was a lifelong White Sox fan and enjoyed following the Bulls and the Blackhawks. There will be no services, but a memorial will be scheduled for the near future. Arrangements entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options of Schiller Park, Illinois.