John F. McCabe passes away

Attorney John F. McCabe died on October 24, 2009, at age 51 at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge after a long battle with cancer. John was a man of integrity and humility, who dedicated his life to his family and profession. John graduated in 1984 from Ohio State School of Law. He spent 15 years at the Will County State's Attorney's Office where he served for several years as Supervisor of the Felony Division and Chief of White Collar Crimes Unit. John obtained verdicts in over 50 felony criminal cases and had 14 1st degree murder convictions. Will County State's Attorney James Glasgow said "John had a brilliant mind, a heart-felt compassion for others, a great sense of humor and a gracious but masterful ability to read people. These qualities made him a phenomenal prosecutor and an incredible human being. He never complained about his personal travails, but he was always the first to step up to help others. I'm a much better person for having known John McCabe." Former colleagues described John as a "truly fine thinker who worked tirelessly to bring about justice," a "quiet giant of the law," "tough but compassionate," and an "excellent lawyer but an even better person," who was "honest and honorable." John was recently employed at Codilis and Associates where John practiced real estate law representing mortgage bankers. According to his law firm, John's reputation in this area was "unparalleled." He handled contested litigation and was responsible for Cook and Will County matters. He was well respected by judges, colleagues and support staff. According to supervising attorney Bill McAlister, there was not a "finer attorney nor finer man." Firm owner Ernie Codilis described John as "the consummate professional and good friend who will be missed." John was an adjunct professor at Joliet Junior College and served as a faculty member at conferences regarding DNA evidence and forensic science. John authored an article entitled, "DNA Fingerprinting: The Failings of Fry," 16 Northern Illinois Law Review 455 (1996). John was a kind and generous father, brother, uncle and friend. He is survived by his children, Shannon, Haley and Spencer. Services have been held. Contributions for the children are being accepted by Harris Bank 24745 W. Eames Channonan, IL, 60410, "For the Benefit of the McCabe Family Trust"
Posted on November 17, 2009 by Chris Bonjean
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