John William McNair

John had a huge impact on my life as a young man. I remember always seeing Pat and Betty walking their dog. We lived across the alley from each other in Logan Square and I always watched him as he worked on his cars. He called me over one evening and said, "Sit down. Gas, brake, clutch. Pump the brake and hold it down." I spent the next 6 years helping John swap motors, transmissions, interiors, pushing MGs and Austin Healys from one garage to another and from one side of the street to the...

A very sad day with the passing of John. I have amazing memories of John: softball, songs & laughs. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to Mo and family

Very sorry to hear of this sad news! John McNair was a Great guy and truly dedicated to the Chopin Park baseball family! He will be missed!

John: you remain the greatest among friends. Dominus Vobiscum.

Very sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our sincere condolences to Maureen and the family.

Our deepest condolences to the family. We went to school together.

My name is Ray Pate, I've known John since 1979, In fact I was there when he met his wife Maureen. It feels so strange to call him John I always knew Him as Chicken Man a story that we shared with others many times and laughed about so many times. I want to say how sorry I am to hear about this. To Maureen and his family I just want to say I'm here if you need me for anything. He will be missed, Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need me. Again so very sorry.

John was one in a million. During my eight+ years working with him on uniforms and spirit wear for the athletics program at St. Luke, I can honestly say there wasn't one conversation where his wry, sarcastic humor didn't have me laughing out loud. I could tell how proud he was of his family, and how close they were (despite his put-on "cranky" demeanor). And I know my husband and late son Jimmy appreciated the folks you brought to McNamara's when they played there. I'm so sorry for your...