Daniel James Maher, 88 of Joliet, passed away peacefully January 27, 2019 at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born March 27, 1930, son of James “Shammy” and Rose (Likovic) Maher. Dan was raised in Lockport, Illinois alongside his brother Joseph (Della) and sister Virginia (John) Feldmann (deceased). Attended Fairmont grade school, Lockport Township High School and St. Ambrose University. Bronze Star recipient, US Army Korea conflict 1952-1954. Recognized for bravery, determination and patriotism in Honor Flight 2017. CPA in Joliet for 37 years. Elected 2 terms, Will County Auditor 1992 – 2000.
Dan was the devoted husband of Mary Catherine (Cahill) for 65 years. Loving father of Teresa, Patrick (Donna), John (Dina), James (Ann), Kathleen (Thomas) Kenny, Christine (Patrick Mackey), David and great friend Laurita “Muff” Lukas. Loving grandfather of Michael, Annmarie (Anton) Pilipenko, Joseph (Mandy), Brian (Emily), Kevin (Lauren), Thomas (Lisa), Margaret (William), Nora, Hannah, Rosemary, Jack (Hannah), Paige (Brett), Brooke (Nick), Danielle, Daniel, Mac, Maxwell, Benjamin, Cameron and Gianna. Adoring great grandfather of Eliana and Adelyn. Loving uncle to 22 nieces and nephews.
The world has lost one of its best...a true gentleman, so kind and humble. Our Dad was not a braggart, so we would like to tell you about him. Dan lived his entire life in the Joliet/Lockport community. He and his wife Mary walked in the footsteps of Jesus, beginning with their social justice efforts in college, answering the call from the Catholic Church. Their life example represented Christianity at its finest, fighting for peace and justice. They faithfully belonged to the Christian Family Movement devoting their entire adult lives to serving those in need.