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John Liautaud Obituary
Born: February 17, 1934; in Chicago, IL
Died: December 12, 2017; in Trout Valley, IL
John R Liautaud, 83, a resident of Trout Valley, passed away Dec. 12, 2017 at his home. He was born February 17, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois.
His beloved wife, Lorraine Liautaud, mother of his stepchildren, Laura Geiger and husband, Rich and son, David Hill and daughter in law, Ellen, survives John. His late wife, Marilyn Liautaud, mother of his children who survive him: John Liautaud and wife Karen, Steve Liautaud and wife, Fran, Mike Liautaud and wife, Kathleen, Dan Liautaud and daughter in law, Marian and daughter, Elizabeth Liautaud. He had 14 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and 5 grand dogs.
John had many accomplishments. Aside from being an amazing, husband, father and Grandfather, he was a successful entrepreneur and owner of Fendall Company in Arlington Heights IL, where he proudly invented the Porta-stream eyewash fountain. He served his community his whole life by playing Santa for the local children in both Schaumburg and Cary. He was recently the first recipient to earn "The Carmel Apple Award" in his Community of Trout Valley for his many contributions including repairing the fen, building a gazebo, stocking the ponds with fish and supporting the Senior Center in Cary. The title of the award was given in honor of John and Lorraine's yearly distribution of gourmet Carmel apples on Halloween to local children.
John was an avid fisherman and traveled the world in search of the sweetest fishing holes on the planet. He was a savvy card player and taught his children and grandchildren the game of black jack only to win their money at every turn. "If you play, play to win!" was Grandpa John's motto.
There will be a visitation for John on Friday, December 15, 2017 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Kahle-Moore Funeral Home, 403 Silver Lake Rd., Cary. Funeral Service Saturday, December 16th at 11:00 AM at the funeral home and will be followed by burial at Windridge Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Gus Kraus Senior Center, 441 W. Main St., Cary, IL 60013 phone 847-639-8118.
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January 14, 2018
Remember with great fondness making calls on Vancouver Island in the 60's with John. He visited our home and he was delighted with Grace's home made bread fresh from the oven. What a great happy man to be around. Thanks for great memories John.
Jim and Terri Dawson
December 16, 2017
John will be truly missed. He was a great man with a big heart. We were honored to have known him and been touched by his great accomplishments.
December 15, 2017
Such a great and wonderful man - he will be missed by so many. Sending much love and prayers to you all.
Dena & Tom Gura
Cary, IL
Tiyi Schippers
December 14, 2017
Love you forever Uncle John. One of my favorite childhood stories was of the time when you, as a small boy, wrestled that northern pike the size of an ore, and landed it on shore. Then you would show us the scars on your arms from battling that mighty fish. Rest In Peace, dear gentle soul, and may you always find the sweetest fishing spot throughout eternity.
Maryellen Gatewood
December 14, 2017
Mr. Liautaud...such a sweet spirited man...my happiest memories were seeing him with his boys...and just beaming when Great Grandson Josh was around. He changed lives of so many...truly a blessing to have known him.
Joe and Loi Baltes
December 14, 2017
We spent many evenings dining and playing cards with John and Lorraine. We went to St Augustine to vacation with John and Lorraine and in our luggage was our deck of cards. He certainly loved playing cards and having fun with friends. We will never forget his love of life and his generosity.
December 14, 2017
When you speak of John speak not with tears for thoughts of John should not be sad. Let memories of the times you shared give you comfort for his life was rich because of you.
Joe and Michelle Bianchi
December 14, 2017
John was such a gracious, generous and heartwarming gentleman. We will remember always his smile and welcoming gestures when visiting in his home or at social gatherings. His unconditional good humor made you smile and laugh with him always. John will be missed by his many friends in his winter home of Islamorada, Florida.
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