Photo courtesy of Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home - Westchester
Westchester, Illinois
Jul 13, 1960 – Apr 26, 2018 (Age 57)
John F. "Jack" Wilk, age 57, of Riverside. Beloved husband of Deborah Graham-Wilk; dear brother of Kathy (Ron) Otto and Peggy (David) Gregorski; fond uncle of Laura (Jared) Tyunaitis and Katie (Peter) Gehrig; cherished son of the late Harry and Phyllis (nee Kudlacz) Wilk. Member of the Illinois and Chicago Bar Associations; former finance committee chairman at St. Mary Catholic Church and member of the Illinois FOP State Lodge and Riverside Township Lions Club. Proud graduate of Fenwick High School '78, Illinois Weslyan University and the John Marshall Law School. Devoted fan of the Chicago Bears, White Sox and Blackhawks. Family and friends will be received at the Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Rd., Westchester (2 blks West of Mannheim Rd.) on Thursday, May 3, 2018 from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Friday 9:15 a.m. from the funeral home to St. Mary Church, Riverside for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment private. Donations appreciated to Disabled Veterans of America. Arrangements entrusted to The Original Kuratko Family - Brian D. Kuratko, Director. For further info 708-F-U-N-E-R-A-L.
Read MoreJack was a law school mate and he had the answer when no one else did. He was such a sharp guy, and of course, a perfect gentleman. I miss him dearly. I saw his office building for sale when I went to the doctor across the street, and I knew he was gone. I will never forget how great he was. He was the best !
Julio Pimentel
January 04, 2019 | Palos Heights, IL | Classmate
I was close friends with Jack in 6th, 7th and 8th grades--we used to hang out together all the time. We drifted into different circles when we went to different high schools. I just happened across a newspaper that mentioned his passing. Over forty years later, he still stays in my mind as one of the funniest and all-around nicest guys I have ever known.
David Kelly
May 21, 2018 | Des Plaines, IL | Friend
I had just heard about Jack having passed away. I was shocked to hear. Jack was always with a smile on his face. Very friendly polite gentlemen. I will miss seeing him. I know he is in Heaven with his loving parents who were a very sweet couple. May peace be with you Jack. My sympathy to Jack entire family.
Mary Miller
May 03, 2018 | Berwyn, IL
Jack was always very kind to me even though I was the annoying neighborhood kid. I will miss his kindness, his wonderful smile, his sense of humor and of course him dancing around trying to get us to eat the last of the hot dogs at the 4th of July. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Patti Sweeney (Nonn)
May 03, 2018 | Bartlett, IL
To a fun loving and genuine person who was always reaching out to help anyone and everyone. Your Fiji brothers will miss you!!!
Don Dobes
May 03, 2018 | Hanover, NH
To: Family of John "Jack" Wilk
Please accept my condolences. Jack was a States Attorney who worked in my Court for a long and memorable time. In addition to the law, we shared a mutual appreciation for football at all levels of competition. We also shared a mutual appreciation for the law after I retired from the bench and Jack entered private practice. Jack was a fine and ethical man and I am certain he was beloved by his wife and children, friend and relations. He brought a great...
Michael Bolan
May 03, 2018 | Chicago, IL
Loving thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Ray & ML Jast
May 03, 2018 | Verona, WI
So sorry to hear one of my favorite neighbors has passed. May all the memories bring you comfort.
Amanda Czubik
May 03, 2018 | Marietta, GA
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Michael Bolan
May 03, 2018 | Chicago