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John Bollinger Obituary
Rev. Dr. John L. Bollinger, age 75, of Downers Grove, at rest June 18, 2011. Loving husband of Marguerite; beloved father of Christopher (Miriam) Bischoff, Jeffrey (Mary) Bischoff, Laurel (Pete) Ernst, John (Hiroko) Bollinger and Kristin (Russell) Cass; cherished grandfather of Jillian, Amy, Caitlin, Rachel, Lake, Hunter James, Christina and Nicholas; dear brother of Jill (James) Cook. A Memorial Service will be held at the First Congregational Church of Downers Grove, 1047 Curtiss St. on Sunday, July 17, at 2 p.m. If desired, memorials may be made to the John L. Bollinger Scholarship Fund, c/o NCR-ACPE, P.O. Box 1832, Burnsville, MN 55337. Arrangements by Illinois Cremation Service, Inc. For Info: 630-458-0611. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Bollinger
Dennis Fevergeon
March 1, 2023
I was very late in hearing about John. He was my supervisor at McNeil hospital in the chaplain program in 1980. I will always remember how insightfull and intuitive he was. He is greatly missed and we all held him in high honor. At the end of our training, we all chipped in and bought him a pair of blue jeans. We wanted him to play and enjoy his life.
Carol Topalian
December 2, 2018
John Bollinger was my supervisor in the Chaplaincy program of my MDiv in the early 2000s. I remember he said that not everyone came to walk by my side the entire journey of life; like hiking, some people just walk with you for a short while. John was full of grace. He impacted my life with compassion and wisdom. I'm thankful for him.
June 24, 2012
Dad, I miss you. I have enjoyed planting in your garden where you spent so much time, but I really wish you were her to give me some tips. I miss you every single day and that is the truth. Life does go on, but fortunately not without your guiding voice inside me. I love you Pappy, Paparoo! Mom, you are a really special person. I love you very much. Hugs and some more hugs. XO, Me
Thomas K. Jundanian
June 22, 2012
Loving memories go back to my early teen years when John and my Aunt Meg met and later married. From that point on, John L. Bollinger was Uncle John to me and to my family. Much later, Uncle John performed our ceremony when Sidney and I married. Throughout the many years to follow, he and Aunt Meg were great role models for us and a treasured part of our family life. I'll always remember Uncle John as one of the great men in my life that I was blessed to have, and to know.
Naomi Pridjian
June 22, 2012
May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
The rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
May God be with you and bless you:
May you see your children's children.
May you be poor in misfortune,
Rich in blessings.
May you know nothing but happiness
From this day forward.
May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind be always at your back
May the warm rays of sun fall upon your home
And may the hand of a friend always be near.
May green be the grass you walk on,
May blue be the skies above you,
May pure be the joys that surround you,
May true be the hearts that love you.
John Bollinger
July 22, 2011
Richard Sellers
July 5, 2011
My sympathies to Meg and family,
I am most grateful to have known John as an ACPE colleague, fellow UCC minister, and friend. His kindness and thoughtfulness were an inspiration to me that I greatly appreciated.
Blessings,
Dick Sellers
July 4, 2011
Meg, John will be sorely missed: such a unique presence in our professional community. Both Helen and I will be with you for the memorial service to help fill out the "picture" and to hold his memory close. Love on ya, Jim Gibbons
Karen Flieth-Hyatte
June 29, 2011
Deep condolences to Meg and the family. We have so many wonderful memories of Reverend Bollinger preaching to the congregation at Bethel Church in Roseland. The thought of him always brings a smile to our faces, with his private jokes included in many prayers. Peace be with him always.
The Flieths, the Remingtons and the Bockelmanns
(Karen Flieth-Hyatte, Hebron, IN)
June 29, 2011
I am sorry to hear of Dr Bollinger's death. May the peace of Christ comfort you always.
Former NBTS student, R Kelly
June 28, 2011
Dearest friend Meg. John and you have been our special friends for many years. We will cherish the wonderful memories we have of our years together, from the early years when our children were young to the most recent years of being with John and you through John's illness . John will always be in our hearts and we hope to continue to be blessed by your friendship.
Our love to you and all the family.
Joan and Bob
April and Jose Marin and family
June 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Reverend John Billinger was a kind and inspiring man. It was an honor to get to know him while he was at the Village Church of La Grange Park.
With deepest sympathy...
Karen Dickelman
June 27, 2011
Deepest sympathy to Meg and the family. My parents and I thought very highly of John-- and we were blessed to have shared his friendship and compassion over the years.
Lorraine Blanco
June 26, 2011
On behalf of the congregation at 1st Congregational Church of Lisle, I wish to express our deep regret on the passing of Rev. Bollinger. He was, and will always be, remembered in our hearts and respected as a faithful and compassionate man in the service of God in our church, and much beloved by our whole congregation. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you, Meg, and to your family. May God comfort all of you and bless you.
Dorothy Hennet
June 26, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear of John's passing. I thought so much of him. He was simply a great guy. My sympathy to you, Meg and to all the family. I know he will be missed by many of us who knew him.
Harold Rust
June 26, 2011
June 26, 2001
I was surprised to read John's obit in the paper. Please accept my sincere condolences. I was a pastor in Berwyn for 21 years and enjoyed John's friendship for that entire time. I appreciated his help and insight as I did my pastoral duties. He inspired me to retire at age 62 and take a position as a chaplain in a nursing home and retirement home for seven more years.
Thanks, John, and thanks to your family for sharing you with all of us.
Harold Rust, Allentown, PA
Paul Dolinko
June 26, 2011
What a shock! I always associated John with warmth, friendship, concern for people and believe he will be missed by many people. My heart goes out to Meg and family.
Bill and Laura Hoglund
June 26, 2011
Blessings to Meg and family...Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
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