death of DL Capt. John O'Shea, age 86
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~ IN MEMORY ~
USMC, DL Capt. John O'Shea
October 20, 1939 ~ June 23, 2026
As a young man, John proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, where he was trained as a pilot…………Captain John Patrick O'Shea joined Delta Air Lines 11-30-1964. John is survived by his wife Catherine "Marikay", and by his children and their families. Visitation and Funeral Mass will be held tomorrow June 27th in Chicago as is noted in John’s obituary below. Interment private.
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John Patrick O'Shea Obituary
It is with great sadness we announce that Captain (retired) John O’Shea passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 20, 1939 - he lived a life defined by deep faith, service, and unwavering devotion to his family. Though he accomplished much in his lifetime, he would have been the first to tell you that his greatest achievement was the family he built and his commitment to the people he loved.
As a young man, John proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, where he was trained as a pilot. Following his military service, John had a distinguished career as a commercial airline pilot for Delta Air Lines, where he spent decades safely carrying passengers across the country and around the world. On many of the days he wasn't flying, John was also a commodities trader and respected member of both the Chicago Board of Trade and Chicago Board Options Exchange.
John was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Catherine "Marikay" Harty, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage. Together, they built a life grounded in their faith, love, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment. Their devotion to each other remains one of the greatest legacies he leaves behind.
As a father, John was a steady source of love, guidance, and support. He encouraged dreams, quietly made sacrifices that often went unseen, and taught life's most important lessons through the exemplary life he lived.
Those who knew John will remember his kindness, quiet strength, generosity, and deep Catholic faith.
John devoted countless hours to charitable work serving migrant and underserved communities in South Florida. He treated people with dignity, carried himself with humility, and tried to make the world a kinder place.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Catherine; his children, Brian (Britt) O'Shea, Thomas O'Shea (Renne Holmquist), and Catherine O’Shea (Joseph) Rivera; his cherished grandchildren, Sydney, Madeline, and Joseph Rivera; his brother and sisters; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends whose lives were enriched knowing him.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 27 at The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, 1224 W. Lexington Street, Chicago, IL.
A Funeral Mass will immediately follow at 11:00 a.m.
Interment private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to
The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii
1224 W. Lexington Street
Chicago, IL 60607
Clear skies and tailwinds, Captain. We love you, and we will miss you beyond measure.