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John J. Jemilo, CPD, 89; Chicago native, of Independence Park; U.S. Marine Corp Sergeant; retired teacher, Chicago Police Department First Deputy, attorney, and professor, passed away peacefully at home November 15, 2019. After graduating from St. Rita High School and serving as Sergeant in the...

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What a nice man! I was a paralegal working for a Special Assistant Corporation Counsel. He was in the Training Academy I believe. We were under a consent decree to train the Department's officers about some issue.The work was hard in that we had to be sensitive to a number of people and issues.

Under difficult circumstances, circumstances that would have long-term consequences, he was remarkably pleasant, confident, secure in himself.

I was a very young woman. He knew that I was...

Janet Bryant

December 26, 2019 | Chicago, IL

So sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing.

Stacey Rustin

December 06, 2019 | Chicago, IL

The highest compliment he was a good man

John Fleming

November 21, 2019 | Chicago, IL | Coworker

Candace, Leahruth, and Stephanie, we are so sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful man. Our prayers are with you.
Shari and Shelly Hurovitz

November 20, 2019

Candace and daughters my heart is with you on this sad day. John will be well missed . Phil and John have a lot to catch up when John see him in heaven. Sending hugs and a lot of love to all of you. Love ❤ geri sangirardi.

Geri Sangirardi

November 20, 2019 | Las Vegas, Nevada

Our deepest and most sincere sympathy for your family's loss. We wish you peace and consolation knowing that he is now at rest and free from suffering.

Marty and Kathy Ello

November 19, 2019 | Wheeling, IL

My condolences to one of the best bosses on the Chicago Police Department. I enjoyed working for him. May he Rest in Peace.

Charles Utz

November 18, 2019 | Sun City Ceter, FL

I'm so sorry for your loss John, Claudia and family. I have some fond memories of hanging out with your dad, he would take us with him while he ran. RIP Mr Jemilo.

Patty Bucaro

November 17, 2019 | Park Ridge, IL

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. John will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 24 NOV, 11:00 a.m. at the FOP Hall on West Washington Boulevard. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

November 17, 2019 | Chicago, IL

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