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John Gariepy Obituary
He was born July 3, 1916, in Chicago.
He attended Northwestern University before enlisting in the Navy during World War II.
He earned his law degree from DePaul University, where he was a member of Delta Theta Pi, Warvelle Senate.
He was a lifelong member of the American Bar Association.
He worked for Continental Insurance in Illinois, Ohio, California and Montreal PQ, Canada, retiring as western regional vice president in San Francisco.
He served his community wherever he resided. As a tribute to his community activism, he had a park and street named after him in Dollard de Ormeaux, Quebec. He was a longtime resident of Lombard, serving as trustee of the Village Board and Republican committeeman in DuPage County.
In recent years he resided in Fort Myers, Fla., where he served as president of the homeowners association at Royal Woods.
He is survived by his daughters, Margo Rogalin Gariepy and Susan Gariepy (Henn) Johnson; his daughter-in-law, Billie; his grandsons, John William and Paul Louis; and his great-grandson, John Thomas.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Hazel; and his son, John Louis.
A memorial for John and Hazel will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at Skaja Bachmann Funeral Home, 7715 West Route 14 in Crystal Lake.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
For information, call the funeral home at 815-455-2233 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Paul Bowen
June 27, 2011
I didn't know him, but he must have been great to produce such a great daughter.
June 10, 2011
I shall always remember Uncle John, the youngest of the Gariepy boys and girls. My family and I have fond rememberances of him and his wife Hazel and their children in their Chicago days - Marilyn Gariepy Cassidy, Naples Florida
Jon Racherbauymer
June 10, 2011
I fondly remember being daunted by his quiet gravitas, coupled by a gentle and courteous skepticism. How fitting that he was on this planet for the duration he was alotted...He and his wife also sired daughter Margo, a significant presence in my past life. Condolences to the entire family.
Paul Gariepy
June 7, 2011
The best grandfather anyone could ever have. He lived life to its fullest and never let anyone back him down. He will missed but never forgotten.
Sandy Frank
June 5, 2011
I feel that I know Mr. Gariepy through the kind and loving words of his daughter (my friend) Margo. I love the stories she shares with me about him and his life.
I pray to God for peace and comfort for you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Love,
Larry, Sandy & Brenton Frank
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