John W. Currier, CPA. Age 57. Longtime Homer Glen resident formerly of Detroit, Michigan. Proprietor of John W Currier and Co, LTD in Frankfort, Illinois. Evans Scholar Graduate of University of Michigan Class of 1982 with Bachelors of Science in Accounting. In 1992 received his Masters in Science of Taxation from Walsh College. The 2012 Chairman and active member of Chicago's Southland Chamber of Commerce. Treasurer and active member of the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce. Former President and active member of the Chicago South Chapter of the Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS). Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Associate partner in the Lincoln-Way High School Foundation. Past Treasuer of the Greater Chicago Homeless Organization. In John's free time he enjoyed the challenge and comfort of the golf course. Beloved husband of 27 years to Denise nee Radtke. Loving Father of Garrett Currier. Dear Brother of Margaret (Daniel) O'Connell, Daniel (Diane) Currier and Mary (Michael) Pidgeon. Son of the late Barbara nee Walsh and Walter Currier. Funeral Friday 9:45am from RICHARD J MODELL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 12641 W. 143rd St., Homer Glen to St. Bernard Church, Mass 10:30am. Interment private. Visitation Thursday 3pm to 9pm. Info 708-301-3595.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 25, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for John Currier

25 Entries

Rick Welch

January 21, 2024

I was impressed that John's neighbor in E Detroit had an ice rink with colored lines and the Schilling twins (Redwing father) played with us.
John deserved the Best Sport award.
cousin Rick Welch

Rick Welch

February 4, 2017

We'll all miss laughing with John.
I respected John for being good and being good-enough in 7-8th grade basketball to play in our rivalry.
From backyard fence jumping in the 60s to vacations in the 80s, John was reliable, fun and makes me feel good thinking of him.
We are fortunate to have experienced John's pleasant presence.

Donald Olivieri

January 29, 2017

My Condolences to John's Family... I had the opportunity to work with John on some Chamber stuff and Professionally. He was always Professional, and easy to deal with... He will be missed in the Business world, we could use a few more like him... RIP John.

January 28, 2017

John and I used to make bets on the notre dame Michigan football games john was a nice guy. We will miss him. Frank Bujan homer glen

Dan Gallagher

January 28, 2017

My condolences. John was a terrific person, business man and welcoming to those whom he met. I am grateful for the opportunity to have known John.

Wesley Christensen

January 28, 2017

I am so sorry about the loss of John as he was truly one of a kind. My deepest condolences to all the family in this dark time. John truly will be missed by all.
Wes Christensen

N A

January 27, 2017

I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to Denise and Garrett on the loss of your loved one. It's times like these when the loving promises of our Heavenly Father can bring us comfort and can soften some of the pain we feel in our hearts. 1 Thessalonians 4: 13,14

Jon Frank

January 26, 2017

John Currier was such a good good man. He made everyone better, by the experience of knowing him.

I lived with John at the Evans Scholars House in Ann Arbor MI; John & I attended Michigan together. We Evans Scholars were all golf caddies in our younger days, and our pride in that is such, that we still call ourselves "Caddies", to our last. We were picked by the Evans Scholar Program to receive the scholarship, that set us off into the world.

I learned yesterday of John's passing. I learned also, that not surprisingly, John became quite successful in his accounting practice, and that he was liked & loved not just by his wife & family, but also by friends in Michigan & Illinois (as I did briefly in the early 1990's, when I lived in Chicago).

I did just want to tell everyone, though, just how liked -- no, just how loved John Currier was and has been all these years, by one of the toughest audiences in the world; often the most critical, the most sarcastic, and yet the most caring, loving and decent people to be found on a golf course and off. The Caddies.

We Caddies all loved John Currier, and we have for all these years. We thought you should know.

Jon Frank
University of Michigan, 1981

Bob Wenning

January 26, 2017

I met John through my friend Pat Garvey and was immediately impressed by his humor, thoughtfulness and kindness. John and I were part of a regular Sunday golf foursome for a number of years at Big Run and he tolerated with good humor my 3-digit scores. We also would occasionally have a get together at John's house for a swim and dinner. He and Denise and Garrett were such great hosts to me and Sarah and Elizabeth (who particularly enjoyed the pool!) - it was always a good time.

I'm going to miss John (as will we all) and Sarah and Elizabeth and I all extend our deepest sympathy and condolences to Denise & Garrett as well as to John's extended family and numerous friends - Rest in peace and God bless, Big Guy.

Schneider Family

January 26, 2017

So sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a very nice man. Met you and your family at my Aunt Romelle's . May he Rest In Peace

January 26, 2017

On behalf of the SW Indian Guides Program we would like to send our condolences to Denise and Garrett on John's passing. The thoughts and prayers of our nation go out to them and the entire Currier family during this difficult time. John and Garrett were in our Arapaho tribe and active members for about 5 years. I am sure the time they spent together as father and son on our campouts and other events meant a lot to both. Our motto still applies "Friends Forever" John. May you rest in peace.

Chief Dan Dion and the Comanche Nation

Patrick Garvey

January 26, 2017

Forty three years ago I met John as a freshman at DeLaSalle Collegiate High School in Detroit. We "hung out" a lot in those days, going to high school football games, Tiger games, and parties, and being teenage knuckleheads. We just had fun together. He made me laugh and I made him laugh, and a lasting friendship was born.

While our studies and careers carried us on different paths and geographies, we always stayed in touch. John did a much better job of this than I, as I careened from major to major and school to school early on in my frenetic college experience, and I'm thankful for that. I have several fond memories of weekends in Ann Arbor at the Evans Scholar House, and some phenomenal classic concerts (Springsteen and The Eagles) at Crisler Arena.

John finished his studies at Michigan and advanced through his Tax Masters, while I concurrently (somewhat) finished my BA and Masters at Michigan State (as I said, "different paths"!) And through it all we "kept in touch."

After graduation, he shared an apartment with terrific roommates on Detroit's East Side that was nicknamed the "Wooly Swamp", located near a very entertaining hangout called "Wooly Booly's" and that is all I can say about that!

John discovered his soulmate Denise and they eventually relocated to the Chicago area, coincidentally just a year after I had moved there. Thankfully, John and Denise were gracious and loyal friends to "Bachelor Pat" and we had tremendous times together. I ultimately married Kathy and we all enjoyed many years of good times, watching our sons Garrett and Jack grow to be young men while we grew only somewhat older.

Undeterred by our lack of golf skills, John and I did play the game quite a bit over the years, first at Chandler Park near DeLaSalle, and later in our "Chicago years" at Oak Meadows in Addison, IL, at Pickwick club, and at our annual FYC golf trip in Michigan with our great friends from that group. We've been doing the latter trip for over 25 years now and those guys have been the best of friends. The trip won't be the same without John.

John, you were the best friend anyone could ever have. I'll always miss and love you. God bless you.

Frank Gaber

January 25, 2017

I'm very sorry to hear of John's passing. It has been a long time since I last spoke with him. We were Evans Scholars at the University of Michigan in the late 70's. I'll always remember playing B-Ball with him and BK in the caddie parking lot and at the rec centers. He always had a smile on his face and was one of the easiest going guys in the house. My condolences to his family.

Tom Cunningham

January 25, 2017

My condolences to John's family, wife Denise and his son Garrett. Even though John and me weren't close friends, I remember John with that big smile every time I ran into him at Panera or at a networking event. Sweet man he was to all who came in contact with him.
My Prayers go out to you at this difficult time. I will miss him too. Thank you for the memories big guy!
God Bless!

Les Willerth

January 25, 2017

My wife Vicki and I are very sorry to hear of John's passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family.

Jamie and Nick Kondelis

January 25, 2017

My husband and I met John 4 years ago when we were interviewing accountants for my husband's medical practice. During the past several years, we have valued his insight, guidance, kind disposition, and professionalism. He was very smart and helped us solve complex issues with ease and quiet confidence. He spoke very lovingly of his family at every meeting we had together. Our prayers are with your family.

Karl Maurer

January 25, 2017

Denise and Garrett, your John was a kind man, a respected and professional advisor, and my friend for many years through the Southland Chamber and our mutual CPA related and community activities. I am deeply sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace, and may the perpetual light shine upon him.

Marc Nurmi

January 25, 2017

So sorry to hear of John's passing, it has been many years since I last spoke with him. We were Evans Scholars at the University of Michigan in the late 70's and he was one of the nicest most pleasant guys in the "caddie shack". My condolences to his family.

John Olivieri

January 25, 2017

Denise and Garret, My deepest sympathy to you. He was a great man and friend. He will be missed. Sending prayers...

Tom Mikrut

January 25, 2017

Denise, Garrett
My sincerest condolences in your loss. John was a caring and generous gentleman. He demonstrated his generosity in supporting my annual UCP / Seguin golf outing. He will truly be missed by all of his Prestwick golfing partners. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike Hardek

January 25, 2017

I, along with many others, will miss you John. Thanks for being a great friend. My deepest and most sincere condolences to your family.

- Mike and The Hardek Family

Pierre Gregoire

January 25, 2017

I am very sorry to hear of John's passing. John provided a great help to the Frankfort Public Library when we transitioned our accounting practices. He will be greatly missed.

Paul Dillman

January 25, 2017

John was a founding and active member of the IL CPA Society Brain Trust which is a practice management group which meets every month. The immediate words that jump in my mind about John are Smart, Friendly and Nice.Without a doubt he was a CPA's CPA. My life was greatly enriched by knowing John and I am so proud that I called him friend. He will be greatly missed and all my love goes out to Denise and Garrett.

January 25, 2017

I am so very, very sorry to hear of John's passing. He was such a sweet, giving man who has left a wonderful footprint in this world - one that will be hard to fill. Please accept my most sincere condolences.
Teri Brenner
Friend and fellow Chamber member

Arvin Talwar

January 25, 2017

So sorry to hear about the passing of my friend "JC". He was one of the classiest men that I ever met. He will be sorely missed and this world is a little less gracious with his loss.

Arvin K. Talwar

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