James Joseph McMahon

James Joseph McMahon Sr., 21 technically 85, of Chana, Il, formerly a longtime resident of Huntley, passed away on March 4, 2021, in the comfort of his home. He was born February 29, 1936, a leap year, the son of Daniel and Loretta McMahon; brother to 11 siblings; loving husband of Pat, for 65 happy years; and father to, the late Teresa (Merle) Morrow, Sharon (Mike) Gilbert, James (Rita) McMahon, Julie McMahon, Donna (Gordon) Green, and Daniel McMahon. Jim was a proud and loving grandfather to 9 grandchildren and Papi to 5 great-grandchildren. Jim's love of the outdoors was shown through his years of work at the Sod farms and Wilson's Nursery. His most favorite pastime was his pristine lawn and manicured gardens. Mowing his yard on his zero-turn bright and early, daily, put the biggest smile on his face. Jim was a jack of all trades. Mastering welding, mechanics, and all things zip ties and electrical tape. He enjoyed tractor restoration and his pride and joy were his two beautifully restored 1953 Golden Jubilees. His face lit up and he enjoyed every minute spent with Pat and their great-grandchildren. He proudly supported all activities that his grandchildren participated in, being a willing victim even at times. He loved a big family dinner and there wasn't a meatloaf he didn't enjoy. He was known to give a driving lesson to an underage child or two and was a hot dog on ice skates back in the day. He enjoyed the company of his dogs Max and Molly. He is preceded in death by his parents; 6 of his 11 siblings; his daughter Teresa, and his beloved dog Molly. Jim's favorite poem was Trees by Joyce Kilmer. so In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting monetary donations to the family to purchase a tree in memoriam for Jim. I think that I shall never see A poem as lovely as a tree. A tree whose hungry mouth is pressed Against the earths sweet flowing breast A tree that looks at God all day And lifts her leafy arms to pray A tree that May in summer wear A nest of robins in her hair Upon whose bosom snow has lain Who intimately lives with the rain Poems are made by fools like me But only God can make a tree Private visitation for the family and relatives will be held at the James A. O’Connor Funeral Home, with the public invited to the 1:30 PM Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, March 9 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Rd, in Huntley. Please do not arrive at mass before 1:15 PM. Masks and Social distancing will be required. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Mass will be streamed live on Tuesday following a link from our website under Photos and Videos for Jim.

James Joseph McMahon

February 29, 1936 - March 4, 2021