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1954
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2024
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Dr. John Segreti Obituary
John Segreti MD, 69, died peacefully on June 16 at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. He was born on August 5, 1954, in the town of Carolei in southern Italy to Giuseppe and Giuseppina Segreti. John grew up in Chicago, became a US citizen after high school, and was a graduate (valedictorian) of Cathedral High School, Loyola University and Rush Medical College. He married Jeanne Martinez in 1980 after they met in a disco dance class. John and Jeanne eventually moved to Oak Park, where they have lived for over 30 years. John specialized in Infectious Disease medicine, was the Epidemiologist for Rush University. At the time of his death, John was the current president of the Rush medical staff, and the editor of the medical journal, Private Practice Infectious Disease. John was on the medical team for the Chicago White Sox, providing consultations during the COVID outbreak. During his career, he traveled and lectured in many countries around the world, in Europe, South America and Asia. John was very athletic and loved running, boxing and ballroom dancing (an evolution from the early disco dance days). John combined two of his biggest passions – sports and his children - by coaching his daughter in soccer, and both of his sons in youth baseball for many years. John is survived by his wife, Jeanne; daughter Dania Ryczek, sons Giancarlo (James Meurer) Segreti, Stefan Segreti, and the absolute delights of his life – grandchildren Ava Ryzcek (9) and Liam Ryzcek (5). John is also survived by sisters, Theresa (Tom) Foutts, Pia (Robert) Mack, brothers Frank (Anita) Segreti, Fabio (Debbie) Segreti, sister-in-law, Ida Segreti, sister-in-law Sandra Martinez, and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and cousins throughout the USA, Canada and his native Italy. John was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Salvatore Segreti. Family and friends are invited to Galewood Funeral Home, 1857 N. Harlem Ave, Chicago, from 4p – 8pm on Sunday, June 23, to reminisce and honor John’s life. A funeral mass will be held Monday 6/24/24 at 10 am at St. Giles Church 1045 Columbian St. Oak Park, IL
The link below is to live stream the funeral mass on 6/24/24 at 10 am
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for Dr. John Segreti
Jennifer Stanish
July 24, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Segreti saved my life and I will never forget him and his dedication to his patients. He is greatly missed .
Marilyn Perry
June 26, 2024
Condolences to Dr Segreti's family. Even in high school ,at Cathedral it was obvious that John was incredibly intelligent and kind. He was a quiet light, but you knew there was this genius walking in those halls. Through his work, many lives were saved. May he be welcomed into heaven. Classmate 1972 Cathedral High.
Ingrid Liu
June 26, 2024
As a 3rd year medical student, I did an infectious disease rotation at Rush in 1997, just as medications were developed and made available to treat HIV/AIDS. Dr. Segreti was an inspiration and role model for his treament of all of our patients. Since then, I have always remembered his calm demeanor, and kindness. He will be missed.
Amy Duckro
June 24, 2024
I was a fellow with Dr. Segreti from 2002-2004. He was so well-respected. Dignified, calm, good-humored and smart! 20 years out of practice, I truly rely on knowledge gained from him regularly to this day, especially related to prosthetic joint infections and endocarditis. I'm so grateful to have to have had the opportunity to train with him.
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Edward Goodwin
June 24, 2024
I had the honor to work with John for 19 years in Infection Control at Rush University Medical Center and most recently at Rush Oak Park Hospital. He will be remembered for his great caring to his patients, his expertise in medicine and infectious diseases and his contribution to science. He taught me so much and will miss him as a resource and great physician. My sympathies to his family.
Erminia Lento
June 23, 2024
Vi siamo vicini, in questo triste momento, per la perdita del vostro caro congiunto, uomo di grandi esempi in vita, disponibile e sorridente con tutti, resterà sempre nei nostri cuori. Esprimiamo le nostre più sentite condoglianze a voi tutti da parte di zia Evelina e dei cugini Michele, Luigi, Erminia e Famiglie da Patrizia e Evy, da Franca e Enrico.
Damaris Echevarria
June 23, 2024
I would like to say that I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Dr. Segreti for many years at Rush Infectious diseases. He was truly a great person and he will be terribly missed by everyone who's lives he touched.
ANNIE BRAGGS
June 23, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I’m so sorry for your lost. Worked with him for many years at Rush. Will miss talking with him about football and his favorite baseball team the White Sox. Our infection prevention and control bi-monthly meeting won’t be the same. May God bless your family!
Sara Houlihan
June 21, 2024
The most understated and humble physician I have met. John will be the forever dance partner to my friend Jeanne and part of an incredible, loving Italian family. Much love to Jeanne and the entire Segretti family. Your legacy is immense and your grandkids and kids are so lucky to have you as their guide.
David Seltzer
June 21, 2024
I met John at The White Collar Boxing Club in Chicago in the early 90's. Such a fine man. All of us from the club loved him. We'll miss him. One of the good guys.
Donald Weidendorf
June 19, 2024
I am sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Donald Weidendorf
Marcia Hargreaves
June 19, 2024
My thoughts and prayers go to John and his family. I worked with him for many years and respected his expertise. Such a great loss for us all.
Daniel Costigan
June 18, 2024
Our prayers are for John and the entire family... lit a candle in our Church and remembering him fondly at our Masses. The Mass tomorrow at the University of Chicago will be offered for John. Grace and I will see you Sunday -- "we are sorry for your troubles" -- sending our love and sympathies.
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