JOHN J. ZIRGAITIS

I think of Z Man often. It was a treat to see one of his best friends yesterday. Perhaps the big guy had something to do with that.

Liz, I wanted to reach out and tell you how sorry I am to hear about John. Like many traders, I left the floor years ago and have not keep up with all the news from the pits. John was an outstanding individual. For someone who lived the trader life, I understand the pain John must of felt. It is impossible to recapture the feeling of how it use to be. I still miss it. I can't think of anyone that didn't like John. He was truly a good person down to his core. Liz, you and your children will...

It's getting close to Christmas and I'm thinking of you John and your family once again. What can I say or put into words that would honor you enough and possibly encourage your family. John during our short time together you touched my life so deeply. I learned to trust others and especially the LORD because of you. I loved having you call me your brother from the south side. I knew no matter what you would have my back. I remember the last time I saw you in church. I pray that Liz and the...

I am very saddened having just learned of John's passing. I have many fond memories of John starting in grammar school throughout our teenage years working at Henry's Sports and Bait Shop and into adult life. After having read all the entries in the guest book, I can see that the same warmth, honesty, and genuinely good nature of John stayed with him as a father and husband. John, you and your family are in my prayers. God Bless you John...

To The Zirgaitis Family, Friends, Acquaintences & Co-workers from the CME - It's Saturday morning, August 14th. I have just learned of John's loss, & like all of you, I am stunned & deeply saddened. It's fair to say Z and I were never close friends, but over time, and trading together in such a small area, we came to know each other each other fairly well. Honesty and depth of character were the virtures that defined each of us as traders and colleagues. John posessed those qualities, in...

Liz - We are so sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful couple. Your strength is amazing. I know that you will make a happy life for yourself and your children and that John would want that for you. He will be terribly missed.

Liz,
My heart breaks for you and the girls. I've never met you but John often spoke of how much he loved you all. He was an example and encouragement to many men, even his elders. May our Father bless you and keep you and make his Face shine on you and give you Peace.

Want to let you know, that your family has been on my heart and mind. I ask that our Lord will be ever present and real to you...offering you comfort and peace.

Liz, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.