Chicago, Illinois
Downs, John Joseph age 90, born into eternal life on August 5, 2009. Beloved and loyal husband of 62 years of Kathleen (nee Bell). Much-loved father of Maureen (Fran) Foster, Kathleen (Michael) Hughes, Eileen (James) Byrne, Margaret (John) Griffin, Michael (Anne) Downs, Sheila (Richard) Hayes,...
Read MoreI was John's customer(Quaker Oats) for many years.He was like a second father to me as I was often his golf or Notre Dame guest, and we had a strong bond for all things Irish.John, and Kate are in our prayers, and "Touchdown Jesus" Will watch over all the Downs clan
Tom&Marilyn O'Dowd
August 18, 2009 | Brookfield, IL
Dear Dennis
My prayers are with you and your family during your time of grief. Your father must have been a great man because he raised one.
Sincerely,
Maureen Hayes
Maureen Hayes
August 16, 2009 | Chicago, IL
Dear Marge & Family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. I was fortunate to have met your father who was a "true gentleman". My deepest condolences are with you and your family as they grieve.
Liz Dowling & Family
August 10, 2009 | Chicago, IL
Dear Dennis and Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss of your Father & Grandfather. May he R.I.P.
The Duffin Family
August 10, 2009
Dear Downs and Foster Families,
Donald and I are saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these difficult days.
Love,
Trisha Fitzgerald
Evergreen Lane, Michigan
August 09, 2009
Kathy, Mo & Families,
So sorry for your loss. John left an amazing family behind. We hope your best memories of your dad help to make the loss more bearable for you all.
Love, The Howe Family
Pat & Ray Howe
August 09, 2009 | Hinsdale, IL
Kathy and Family,
Our sympathy to you and your family at this time. From the "few" stories you may have told he was a very loving man who built a very loving family. You were lucky to have such a great influence in your life...so you can pass on the same.
Love,
Linda Townsend and Kelly Giurdanella
August 08, 2009
To the Family of John Downs,
I want to extend my sincere sympathy. Your father was a very special person with a very special wife and family. I will pray for you in the days ahead as you adjust to a world without your beloved father.
Linda Ludwig
August 08, 2009 | Lanark, IL
Dear Maureen, The evidence of your father's strength and grace as man of love is clearly shown in his children grandchildren and great grandchildren. I think you know that your dad liked Jim a lot and the feeling was mutual. Perhaps they will connect again in heaven.
Your dad lived a long and fruitful life and has now been rewarded for his faithfullness. We will continue to keep you and your mother in our prayers. love Linda Finn Wright and John Wright
linda wright
August 08, 2009 | Lake Geneva, WI
