Photo courtesy of Smits DeYoung-Vroegh Chapel - South Holland
South Holland, Illinois
May 29, 1939 – Aug 23, 2020 (Age 81)
John “Jack” A. Dempsey, age 81, of Dolton, IL passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2020. Beloved husband of Sandra Dempsey, nee Holem. Loving father of Andi (Tom) Vanderlee, Laura (Larry) Greenwood, Larry Monte, Toni (Bill) Bocznewycz, late Steve Monte, Mike (Cindy) Monte, Mitch Monte, late Mark Monte and extended family including Margo, Sue, and Rick.
Cherished Papa to Michelle, Nicholas, Ryli, Autumn, Tommy, Morgan and Jackson. Loving Grandfather/Uncle of many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents George & Marie Dempsey, siblings Caroline Lucarelli, George Dempsey, and Cecilia Costanza. Jack was loved and respected by anyone who met him. He loved to bowl and tackle DIY projects for family & friends. He served his Country as a U.S. Army Veteran.
A celebration of life service in honor of Jack will be held on September 12, 2020 5:00pm at Lencioni's, 3325 Glenwood Dyer Rd, Lynwood IL. 60411. A private inurnment will be held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt. 6/159th St.) South Holland, IL. For further information or to sign the online guestbook please call 708-333-7000 or www.smitsfh.com
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Yesterday was 3 months since we lost you, today was the 6 year anniversary, or as you called it your re-birthday, from your heart attack. We are still trying to adjust to life without you and it's hard. I you
Andi Vanderlee
November 24, 2020 | IN | Daughter
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Judy Holem
September 12, 2020 | Family
Comfort Planter
John Hill
September 11, 2020
He was such I nice guy
Gina Maynard
September 11, 2020 | Family
You were a great guy Jack. Thanks for all the years of fun and friendship. You’ll be sorely missed. Hugs!!!❤
Colleen Posch
September 06, 2020 | Friend
May your light shine bright in Heaven. May you laugh and party with your Brother George and your sisters Caroline and Cecelia. Give Your Mom (Marie) and your Dad (George) BIG HUGS AND KISSES for all the Family. Till we are together again, keep watch over your Most Loved Family. Peace out.
Allison Catoire
August 28, 2020 | Zephyrhills, FL | Family
You will be missed by many Jack! Great Man!
George Bemus
August 27, 2020 | Beloit, WI | Family
We will miss you so much Uncle Jack. If I knew at our Fourth of July party, it was my last time I’d see you, I would of hugged you forever. I’m glad you’re no longer sick & , you’re with family. Give my dad a hug for me in heaven. We will miss you so much!! xoxo Amanda, Alan, & Myles
Amanda Holem
August 27, 2020 | Lowell, IN | Family
So sorry Andi.
Lisa Martich
August 26, 2020 | Norfolk, NE