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John Sheen Obituary
MAPLETON - Dr. John E. Sheen, 82, of Mapleton died at 3:39 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2007, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Born Aug. 24, 1925, in Peoria to Joseph F. and Anne (Furry) Sheen, he first married Mary Rose Ellen Woods on Aug. 21, 1948. She died March 12, 1967, in Peoria. John then married Dolores Stapinski on April 27, 1968, in Gary, Ind.
She survives, along with two sons, Michael Sheen of Tucson, Ariz., and Daniel (Jane) Sheen of Roanoke, Ill.; five daughters, Peggy Simon of Scappoose, Ore., Anne Gevas, Lynn (Kevin) McCaddon and Mary Sheen, all of Bartonville, and Laura (Kevin) Hiserote of Peoria; three sisters, Joan Cunningham of Yonkers, N.Y., Sue (Bill) Zeger of Roswell, Ga., and Karen (Pat) Sullivan of Greenwich, Conn.; and three brothers, Robert Sheen of Rockford, Fulton J. (Virginia) Sheen of Carlsbad, Calif., and Tommy Sheen of Laguna Hills, Calif. Twenty-one grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren also survive.
He was preceded in death by one son, John E. Sheen Jr.; one brother, Joseph F. Sheen Jr.; and his uncle, Most Rev. Bishop Fulton Sheen.
He attended College Jean-de-Brebeuf Prep School in Montreal, DePaul University and received his M.D. from Loyola University School of Medicine in Chicago. He did his residency at the Illinois State Psychiatric Institute.
John worked first in general practice in Roanoke from 1954 to 1965. He then went into private practice as a psychiatrist from 1967 to 1982. From there he served as medical director for the Human Service Center from 1982 to 2004. John was also on staff as a faculty member of the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria. He was also on staff at OSF St. Francis Medical Center.
John was a WWII Navy veteran pharmacist mate and served as medic with the U.S. Marine Corps.
He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Bartonville, A.M.A., American Psychiatric Association, past vice president of the Central Illinois Psychiatric Association, served on the Comprehensive Mental Health Board, was a consulting member of the Mental Health Association and a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus in Roanoke.
A funeral Mass will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at his church, with the Rev. David Heinz officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the church, and one hour prior to the Mass on Wednesday at the church. Entombment will be in Resurrection Mausoleum.
Memorials may be made to his church, OSF St. Francis Children's Hospital or the Human Service Center.
Wright & Salmon Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Tributes and condolences may be submitted to www.wrightandsalmon.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Sheen
Diana Ioerger
November 7, 2007
To the family of Dr. Sheen- I was only 6 years old, but Dr. Sheen sure did repair my badly lacerated knee on a Sunday in his Roanoke office. He left such an impression on me for his undying dedication and compassion for his patients. I was so sorry when he left his private practice to go into Phychiatry, but I'm sure he was an amazing doctor for all in need of his services. He was truly a GREAT man. With deepest condolences. Diana Ioerger(Now 55 years old)
Judi Cain-Adar
November 6, 2007
Dear Dolores and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was one of my favorites. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Judi Cain-Adar
Carol Brockway
November 4, 2007
To the Sheen Family,
I happened to see the obituary on the internet and wanted to extend our sympathy to you and especially Lynn (Kevin) McCaddon.
Uncle Jerry & Aunt Carol Brockway Ormond Beach, FL 32174
Catherine Sheen
November 3, 2007
Dear Delores and family,
I was so saddened to hear of Jack's passing. He was one of my favorite cousins, he had the Sheen sense of humor! I connect him so much with memories of my father and mother.
Your cousin, Catherine Sheen
Sandra (Furr) Dotson
November 2, 2007
Dr. Sheen was our family doctor for many years and I was an elementary school classmate of Peggy's. I would like to extend my condolences to the Sheen family at this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Maria & Fryderyk Wachta
October 31, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Maria & Fryderyk Wachta
October 31, 2007
Dear Dolores
Czlowiek jest wielki nie przez to, co ma, nie przez to, kim jest, lecz przez to, czym dzieli sie z innymi.
(John Paul II)
Dr. Sheen was very respected and deserved person.
We are writing to extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We keep you all in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Maria & Fryderyk Wachta from Przemysl in Poland
Maria & Fryderyk Wachta
October 31, 2007
Dear Dolores
"Czlowiek jest wielki nie przez to, co ma, nie przez to, kim jest, lecz przez to, czym dzieli sie z innymi"
(John Paul II)
Dr. John E. Sheen was very respected and deserved person.
We are writing to extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We keep you all in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Maria & Fryderyk Wachta from Przemysl in Poland
Terry Micheletti
October 31, 2007
My condolences to the family, you have my sympathy Delores, I was unable to make the visitation or the service, my prayers are with you.
Cam Lahart
October 31, 2007
Delores and family,
John was an icon at St. Anthony and a hero to me. I admired his devotion to his faith and to his family. He will be greatly missed, but I am positive that his legacy and the wonderful memories will help sustain you.
Your friend in Christ, Cam Lahart
Stephanie Parr
October 30, 2007
Dan and Family,
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Dr. Sheen saved our Mom's life more than once and for that we will be forever grateful. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. From the family of Kathy Elliott.
Kristy Worrell
October 30, 2007
Delores,
My prayers are with you and your family. I always enjoyed the interactions I had with Dr. Sheen. He was a special part of the Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Medicine, UICOM-Peoria.
Auntie Harriett
October 30, 2007
Hi Delores:
We were shocked to hear about John. Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and will be keeping all of you in our prayers.
Love, Auntie Harriett and family
Kevin & Rose Morrison
October 30, 2007
Dr. Sheen - your passion for life and wellness was such a tremendous inspiration to me in my ministry to those sick and suffering alcoholics & addicts who come to us at White Oaks for help - I shall never forget your dedication, sense of humor and compassion for your work. Delores, Dan, Jane and the rest of the family, my prayers go out to you at this time. God bless you with the joy that the Risen Lord Jesus brings to those who belive in Him. We shall see him again.
Joanie Wright
October 29, 2007
To Aunt Dee and all my cousins, Uncle Jack will be truly missed. I will always remember the psychological tests he used to try on us for fun. I learned a lot about myself from him. He was a great teacher and always made each of us feel important in our own way. I loved him dearly.
Deb (Girardi) Backer
October 29, 2007
The Sheen family,
I just happened to see John's obituary and wanted to send you my sympathy. Our family lived next door to you over 40 years ago when you lived in Roanoke. As a child I remember playing over at your house often, and I remember how nice your mom and dad both were. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Gene Stormer
October 29, 2007
Deloris and family
It is with sadness that I heard of the death of John this Sunday. As I celbrate All Saints this thursday I will remember him at the Altar. He was truly one of those saints.
(Rev.) Gene Stormer
Terry and Mary Jane Sheen
October 29, 2007
Dear Aunt Deloris and Family,
It was with great sadness that Mary Jane and I heard about Uncle Jack. We will remember all of you and keep you in our prayers and at Mass. We are thinking of you and send you our feelings of love and comfort at this time.
KAREN PAVELKA-WALDEN
October 29, 2007
To all of the Sheen Family, I am terribly sorry for the loss of your father and husband. He was always a really nice man. I lost my mom a little over a year ago. I know it is hard. My sympathy to all of you.
Sheila Berry- Seibert
October 29, 2007
Dear Deloris,
I was sorry to hear about Jack. My first thought was how nice it was to see both of you in Peoria when we had a reunion of the grandchildren of Kate & Ad Fulton.
You and all of you family are in my prayers.
Pat Imhoff
October 29, 2007
Aunt Dee and all my cousins, My heart goes out to you in this sad time! I remember how difficult it was to lose Dad and Tommy. Know that you are in my prayers. Love, Patty
Barb Woods
October 29, 2007
Uncle Jack will be missed! With the loss of sight, his listening skills increased. He was a great listener with great advice and lots fo jokes to tell. Tell a few to dad. Love you, Barb
Pat Imhoff
October 29, 2007
Uncle Jack, We will all miss you terribly! We'll always remember your wonderful sense of humor and fun times at your house! Be our guardian angel! Love, Patty
CHRIS NACE
October 29, 2007
MRS SHEEN AND FAMILY,
WHAT A GREAT PLEASURE IT WAS TO KNOW DR SHEEN--HE WILL HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART. MY PRAYS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
MAY GOD BLESS
CHRIS NACE
Barbara (Ioerger) Summer
October 29, 2007
My prayers and sympathy goes out to the family of the most dedicat-ed and caring doctor I have ever known. He is at perfect peace now with our Heavenly Father and you can bet that he will earn his angel wings quite rapidly.
Keep all the fond memories with you and it will help you get thru this time. God bless all of you.
Jay Kenney
October 29, 2007
John, we will miss you. It was an honor to know you. Delores, Dan and to the rest of the Sheen family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Jay and Pepper
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