Monday, June 7, 2010

The Eleventh Child and the Fifth Son of Michael and Mary McDermott: Bernard Anthony

The Grave Marker of Uncle Bernie
The McDermott Family circa 1912 Bernard is seated in front on the right

Bernard Anthony was born on 25 Apr 1899 in Chicago, Illinois. He was baptized on 7 May 1899 at Visitation Parish, Chicago, Illinois.

Uncle Bernie married a woman named Florence. Together, they had 3 children: George, Mary Louise, and Maureen.

Uncle Bernie died on 28 Oct 1958. He was buried on 31 Oct 1958 at St. Mary's Cemetery, Chicago, Illinois. His obituary states:

Chicago Tribune (IL) - October 29, 1958
McDERMOTT
Deceased Name: Bernard A. McDermott --Bernard A. McDermott, beloved father of George and Maureen; dear brother of Sarah Phelan, Agnes Scanlon, Sister Mary Monica O. P., Veronica Karr, and Lawrence [Edith]. Funeral Thursday, 9:30 a.m., from funeral home, 7710 Addison street, to St. Francis Borgia church. Interment St. Mary's. NAtional 2-7444.

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