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John J. Chlopecki Jr.

1946 - 2020

BORN

1946

DIED

2020

John Chlopecki Obituary

John Joseph Chlopecki Jr, 74, of Rolling Meadows, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 13, 2020. He was born April 14, 1946 in Chicago to the late John J. and Mary (nee Blankenberger) Chlopecki Sr.. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the U.S. Army. John was ordained as a deacon in 1991 at Holy Family Catholic Church, Inverness, IL. John was a talented entrepreneur, a dedicated Chicago sports fan, a constant "punster" and a dear friend to so very many. John was the husband of the late Marie (nee DePasse); mother of Jeannette (Jeffrey) Toms, J. David Chlopecki, Cheryl (Greg) Hall, and Kevin (Christine) Chlopecki; grandfather of 11; great-grandfather of 1; and brother of Linda Scofield and the late Mary Ann Thompson. Funeral services and interment private. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Catholic Charities.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 15, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for John Chlopecki

20 Entries

Brooke

October 15, 2020

I miss you so much grandpa. Thank you so much for helping me and taking care of me the past years and you will always be in my heart. You are my best friend and always will be.

Jake Hall

October 15, 2020

I miss you Grampa. You were my best friend. Thank you for being the best Grampa in the world and for helping me become me. I love you sooo much and you’ll always be in my heart.

Cheryl Hall

October 7, 2020

Cheryl Hall

October 6, 2020

I miss you so much dad. Thank you for everything. The best dad and grampa. Tell mom I miss her sooooo much❤

John and Tami Niemeyer

September 16, 2020

Shared childhood memories of Uncle John the grill master, board game enthusiast and unforgettable photographer. We are blessed to call him family and will cherish the memories for a lifetime. His strong faith and family values will hold close to our hearts forever. Heartfelt Sympathy and prayers for the Chlopecki Family.

Kathleen McCrary

September 16, 2020

God bless you and your family during this very sad time. Although I did not know you very well, my father, Clarence DePasse always spoke very highly of you and what a wonderful man you were.❤

The Kearns

September 16, 2020

To Nettie, David, Cheryl and Kevin,
Bill and I were sad to read of the passing of your dad in the Tribune. We always thought he was such a nice man and so much fun to be with. We always enjoyed his quirky humor and kind ways. We have nice memories of sharing time with your family in Park Ridge. We hope your memories sustain you in The loss of both of your parents. May they Rest In Peace.
Bill and Donna Kearns

Kevin Chlopecki

September 16, 2020

My Mentor, My Hero, My Teacher...

Barbara (Metz) Schnapf

September 15, 2020

I have fond memories of Cousin Johnny & the Chlopecki family coming to visit the Indiana relatives in the summer. We would have great times together at the Blankenberger grandparents house. My sincere condolences to Linda & Johnny's children. You rare in our prayers.
Cousin Barb

Stephen Engels

Planted Trees

Barbara (Metz) Schnapf

September 15, 2020

Have many fond memories of Johnny when the Chlopecki family would come to visit the Indiana relatives in the summer. Always great gatherings and celebrations at the Blankenberger grandparents house....My sincere condolences to cousin Linda & all Johnny's family.
All are in our prayers, Cousin Barb

Robert Potempa

September 15, 2020

I've always known John to be a truly great guy and a devoted husband and dad. John was the consumate Santa Claus with a genuine laugh and smile; my family's Santa for many years. John will be dearly missed. Prayers to you and family. Classmate and friend, Bob Potempa

Barbara Deval

September 15, 2020

My deepest concern and sympathy for all of John and Marie's Family. So many memories way back when. Wonderful John and Marie. Together again. God bless. Sincerely Barbara Deval Frank (In heaven too) Certified Grocers. Peace.

Larry B

September 15, 2020

Rest In Peace Johnny Joe. I am sure Judy, Mike, Bill, Mary Ann, Dick, Marie, and the rest of the family are all welcoming you up in heaven enjoying some great laughs.

Glenn Smoczynski

September 15, 2020

I have fond memories of family get-togethers at the Chlopecki home 50 or more years ago. John's father was my Dads cousin and my godfather. We went there on New years day for many years. John was older than me but I remember him well. I remember watching him at a Weber football game at Soldier Field and going to a Cub game (seats right behind the dugout) where his father caught a foul ball one-handed and gave it to John. He said that if he caught another I'd get it. I remember a great family. We lost touch after his father died and that's a shame. I'm sure he was a great father just like his Dad. We all become memories sooner or later, but good memories are great to remember.

Rev. Gerard Kelly C.M.

September 15, 2020

On behalf of Catholic Charities, I would like to express my sincere condolences on your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that John is now at peace.

Rita Miller

September 15, 2020

I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of John. My condolences to his family during this difficult time. I knew John from St. Anthony's in Morris, IN. He actually married my sister and brother in law 17 years ago on 9/13/03.

BERNADETTE BATTAGLIA

September 15, 2020

John was a wonderful man and he and Marie raised a beautiful family. Gino and I will always remember our dinners together, especially at Benihana. It is an honor to have known him.

Mary Luba Gerke

September 15, 2020

I knew the Chlopecki family when I attended St Constance grammar school and was friends with John's sister, Linda. I was very sad to hear of his passing. My sympathy to his family at this sad time.