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Retired Lt. James Begley
James Joseph Begley, retired CPD Lt., of Chicago, age 93, passed away peacefully on September 12th. surrounded by his family. James was the beloved husband of over 58 years to the late Colette M. (nee Wall), loving and devoted father of Mary


Father-in-law of Lt. Todd Ptaszkowski
Kenneth J. Malkowski Sr passed away suddenly on August 16th, 2025 at the age of 70 years old. Born in Chicago, IL on April 7th, 1955. Ken’s journey began as the cherished son of his late parents Raymond (Retired CPD)

CPLA is partnering with IFC
The executive board is excited to announce a new partnership with Integrated Financial Concepts (IFC) to provide both active and retired members an ongoing series of webinars designed just for our membership. Topics will include both retirement readiness and financial

Mother of Lt. John McCarthy
Connie FitzGerald McCarthy, 87 slipped quietly away on August 14, 2025, surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of the late Matthew Anthony McCarthy. Loving Mother of Maria, Joan (Greg), Jim (Nanette) and John (CPD Lt.) (Lee). Connie’s dearest companions were

Retiree News

Retired Lt. James Begley
James Joseph Begley, retired CPD Lt., of Chicago, age 93, passed away peacefully on September 12th. surrounded by his family. James was the beloved husband of over 58 years to the late Colette M. (nee Wall), loving and devoted father of Mary

Father-in-law of Lt. Todd Ptaszkowski
Kenneth J. Malkowski Sr passed away suddenly on August 16th, 2025 at the age of 70 years old. Born in Chicago, IL on April 7th, 1955. Ken’s journey began as the cherished son of his late parents Raymond (Retired CPD)

CPLA is partnering with IFC
The executive board is excited to announce a new partnership with Integrated Financial Concepts (IFC) to provide both active and retired members an ongoing series of webinars designed just for our membership. Topics will include both retirement readiness and financial