Edward James Patrick Rooney passed away peacefully leaving behind a legacy of love and strength. He valued family above all else. As a grandfather, he found immense joy.
He will be remembered for his gentle spirit and his sense of humor.
He leaves behind his son Mark (Heather) Rooney, daughter Dyanne (Bob) Rooney Holl, grandsons Matthew and Colin Hayes, granddaughter Devyn Rooney, longtime partner Eileen Prominski, two sisters and a brother in law, Elise Helgesen, Madlyn (Bill) Connor, sister in law Barbara Rooney and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his wife Barbara (nee Moninger), his brothers Don, Ren, Bob, and Rich Rooney, his brother in law Edward Helgesen, nephew Jon Helgesen and sisters in law Betty and Joan Rooney.
Celebration of life Friday July 24, 2026 11:00am graveside service at Queen of Heaven Cemetery (Meet at the office at 10:45am), 1400 South Wolf Rd., Hillside Illinois 60162