Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

James H. Ireland

Passed away on August 17, 2025

James H. Ireland, age 67, late of Hegewisch passed away on August 17, 2025. Beloved husband of Carmen (nee Correa) for 40 years. Loving father of Matthew Ireland. Dear son of the late Jack and late Barbara Ireland. Dearest brother of John Ireland. Fond brother-in-law of Juan (Sandy) Correa,David (Tammy) Correa and late Abel Correa. Also survived by cousins; Bobbie Tanner, Debbie Orlando and Marilyn “Bunny” Schane and numerous nieces and nephews. James leaves behind his “Canine Companion” Layla. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, employee of Northstar Aerospace Inc., Bedford Park, IL and a longtime active member of Hegewisch Baseball Organization. Visitation Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. (Noon) until time of “Celebration of Life” and Military Services at 4:00 p.m. at the Elmwood Chapel 11200 South Ewing Ave. Chicago, IL 60617. Cemetery private. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com. 

 

Funeral Service:
"Celebration of Life" & Military Services at Elmwood Chapel
11200 S. Ewing Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60617
Saturday, August 23, 2025 - 4:00 pm

Interment:
Cemetery Private

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

Map

Visitation Information

Saturday, August 23, 2025 - 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm

Condolences
"I am sorry for your loss."
- Evelyn Garcia-Kudro
August 19, 2025 7:58 pm
"Jimmy, I am sad to hear about your sudden passing. It seems like it was just yesterday that we were in Cub Scouts together and Mrs. Ireland was our den mom, many good memories as children growing up on Marquette Avenue a couple blocks away. Not to say that our moms and dads were also very close. And not to mention the fun we had in our 20s. God bless you friend, rest easy. Love you buddy. Condolences to Carmen, Matt, and the entire family."
- Carl Ostrowski
August 19, 2025 8:39 pm
"Carmen, sorry for your loss. Wishing you good days ahead. Take care."
- Karen frystak
August 20, 2025 10:29 am
"My Condolences to Carmen & Matthew, I'm at a loss for words ,R.I.P buddy 😢 🙏 "
- Darlene Jackson
August 20, 2025 10:50 am
"Carmen this is Sandy Carl's sister I am so sorry for your loss you and your son will be in my prayers take care of yourself 🙏"
- Sandra ostrowski Reda
August 20, 2025 12:54 pm
"So sorry for your loss Carmen and Matt. Needless to say, Emil and I were in shock when we heard Sonny passed away. After Emil's working with Jim for 45+ years, Ireland's name would always come up in a conversation about something that was going on at work. Jim always talked with Emil about retiring from Northstar, but never did, what a shame. Maybe he was waiting for Emil to retire with him! We will keep Jim in our prayers and hugs and love to you and Matt."
- Barb and Emil Selefski
August 20, 2025 2:03 pm
Candles Lit
"A candle to light the way on your journey to heaven."
- Karen Frystak
August 20, 2025 10:36 am
"Jimmy, when we were growing up as kids, you always made me and our cousins laugh. You are a good man. It’s time to be with aunt Barbara and uncle Jack, your mom and dad and Grandma Dottie, your Aunt. Carmen and Matthew, my heart is with you and please know that our family is so very sorry for this huge loss. Sending you many xoxo. "
- Julie Bosso (Bobbie Tanner’s daughter)
August 20, 2025 1:38 pm