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John VONDRUSKA Obituary

John R. Vondruska, age 54, of Brookfield. Loving son of the late George and Adeline (nee Ort) Vondruska. Dear brother of George (Susan), Edward (Mary), Adele, Thomas, and Joseph(Kathy) Vondruska, and the late Barbara (the late James) Baloun. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Wednesday, April 3, 10:00 AM at JOHNSON FUNERAL HOME, LTD.,3847 Prairie Ave., Brookfield. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday from 3 PM until 9 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Children's Hospital Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN, 38148-0142 appreciated. For info. (708) 485-0214.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 31, 2013.

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B. Pater

March 26, 2022

We were just looking at some photos of you performing
at Mom's Birthday Party, Priceless photos Miss You Johnny. Think of ya often BP.

B. PATER

March 25, 2019

JOHNNY is Missed by so many, He was an Awesome Performer and had a Great Personality a Dear Friend he was. We Think of him often. God Bless Him. The Paters

Karen Marie Carlson Kedzuch

August 7, 2013

I just saw this notice today. I am sorry for your loss. John was a classmate at St. Barbara's and he will be missed by many. I will pray for God to bless you all at this time. I will always remember his smile lighting up the room. God Bless, Karen Marie Carlson Kedzuch

Dave & Ella Bruno

May 6, 2013

John was a talented and good friend.When we needed a night out we went where he was. Also had him over for a couple parties that wont be for gotten. He is dearly missed.

Dr. Karen A Chachere

April 4, 2013

Johnny V was one of the nicest people that I had the pleasure of working with years and years ago. He always had a smile and a joke. So sad, so young. RIP Johnny V.

April 3, 2013

JOHNNY, We will MISS YOU SO SO MUCH You will Share so many Special Memories with my entire Family Such a Great Person You were Loved by All. God Bless Grandma Lovie will Never Forget you. Love the Paters, I know there are Endless Ice Cold Coors just for You BP.

james skupien

April 3, 2013

Condolences to Johnny's Family and his friends. He was a awesome guy and I have some great memories from Many years ago in High School! It was awesome that he followed his dreams and passion!
RIP my friend!

Skup

Lee Rosasco

April 2, 2013

Johnny had a magnetic personality, with passion for life that touched everyone he met. He will be missed dearly.

Scott Wirkus

April 2, 2013

Johnny was a good man - my sincere condolences to his family and friends.

vic mellor

April 1, 2013

my deepest sympathy to George, and johns entire family.I have so many memories of john, so very talented and so very funny. I will never forget johns wonderful johnny carson parody he did in Kathleen Morrison tv class at L.T., his passion for entertaining , broadcasting ,and life, heaven will never be the same....

Dan Schulz

April 1, 2013

Johnny was such a good person, I will miss him. Safe home Johnny!

Minnie Glosniak

April 1, 2013

Johnny, your bear hugs and kisses will be missed, as your joie de vivre that was so infectious. You gave your friends endless laughs and lasting memories. God bless your family, and sing your way into heaven, babe! we shall meet again.

Mark Monaco

March 31, 2013

I am so very sorry to hear that John passed away. He was such a nice man, always happy, passionate about life and sports, especially the Chicago Bears.... He will be missed

Howard Segal

March 31, 2013

A great man full of positive energy, he always made me laugh. I will miss him but never forget him! Peace to the family.

Jackie (aka Lisa Marie) Vizenor

March 31, 2013

So many fond memories of times spent with Johnny. Say hello to Elvis, Sinatra, Dino...and I'm sure you're having one heck of a time singing with them all! Love you and rest in peace until we meet again...

Mike Schulz

March 31, 2013

Many fond memories of John and too many laughs to count. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.

alison damore

March 31, 2013

So very sorry to hear this news...my thoughts and prayers are with his entire family and all of his friend! He was one in a million and always brightened a room!

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