Name: Visitation for JOHN W. "JACK" DRAZBA
Start: 2014-04-23T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-04-24T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Glueckert Funeral Home Ltd.

LONG GROVE - John W. "Jack" Drazba, 84 years old, of Long Grove, Illinois died peacefully April 19, 2014 at St. Alexius Hospital after a 20 year battle with Parkinson's Disease. John was born April 1, 1930 in Chicago, the first child of Stephen and Bernice (Milcarek). John married the love of his life, Loretta O'Neill on July 11, 1953. As a graduate of Loyola Dental School, John was recognized for his excellence in prosthetics and as a clinical instructor at Loyola Dental School. John was past President of the Northwest Suburban Branch of the Chicago Dental Society, holding executive offices throughout his career. John was an avid golfer, fisherman, sailor and bridge player, and always had time for his church and family. John is survived by his children, Cathy Zdeblick of Madison, WI, Martin (Shirley) Drazba of Arlington Heights, Timothy Drazba of Chicago and Robert (Melissa) Drazba of Bartlett; his grandchildren, John and Madeline Zdeblick, Daniel and Karen Drazba and Joseph and Kevin Drazba; his sister, Alice (Bob) Grim; and his sister-in-law, Marion "Pat" O'Neill of Palos Heights. He was preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Drazba; his grandchildren, Andrew and Julie Zdeblick; and his sister, Joann (the late Cliff) Johnson. A special thank you to Marylou Lustre, John's caretaker, and his angel who lovingly cared for John for seven years and became part of his family. Visitation from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm, Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Prayers 9:15 am Thursday, April 24, 2014 at the Funeral Home, proceeding to St. Mary Catholic Parish, 10 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove for Mass at 10:00 am. Interment All Saints Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be given to the Julie Zdeblick Foundation or The Cutting Edge Program, Edgewood College, 5017 Saint Cyr Road, Middleton, WI 53562. Funeral Information and condolences can be given at www.GlueckertFH.com or 847-253-0168.

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Published by The Bradford Era on Apr. 20, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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April 1, 2015

I just remembered April 1st was Dr. Drazbas birthday so I "googled" him and just found out he has gone "home" to his eternal home. God bless this wonderful man who I had the privilege of working for for many years. He lived his life with such honesty and integrity and a desire to be the best dentist for his patients, His work will live on as he was So good! God bless his memory, and my sympathy to you, Loretta and the family. Judy and Marshall Dahlstrom

Lynn Johnson

January 6, 2015

Our family is so sorry for your loss. Dr. Drazba was my first and best dentist and I have strong memories of his office in Palatine when I was just a kid. Not only was he an excellent dentist, he was always friendly and kind to his patients and treated us kids with a respect that was never condescending. I remained his patient until he sold his practice. The world has lost someone who was truly NICE.

Larry & Alice Adkins

April 24, 2014

We have good memories of Jack and Loretta. Both were wonderful people and Jack continued to remember us at Christmas time. We send our sympathy to the family.

Jim Reynolds

April 21, 2014

John (Jack) was our dentist for over 30-years until he sold the practice and retired. He treated my parents and my kids. Loved his sense of humor, trivia, music and good nature. He did extensive gold work in my mouth on 13-teeth to correct a serious TMJ problem where my jaw used to dislocate often. He used my case for his lectures! Never had another episode of TMJ and the gold work remains fully intact to this day ... 40+ years later. He was a classy guy. God bless and RIP.

Joe Myslo

April 20, 2014

Dr. Drazba was our family dentist for decades. We were a family of seven and he was the only dentist that had ever worked on me until his retirement, when I was in my 30's. He was the best around, and my mother wouldn't take us anywhere else, regardless of price. She always said he was a man of integrity, and a highly competent dentist. He truly was a consummate professional. It took me seven years to find another dentist that I entrusted with my dental care after his retirement. My current dentist can't believe what quality work Dr. Drazba had done on all of my fillings, because I still had all of the originals at 50 years old. I explained to him that my last cavity was in 1976, so my most recent filling was nearly 35 years old. Some of the other ones are now nearly 45 years old and still in good condition. I only recently had two of the oldest ones replaced. A friend of mine started a dental practice in Palatine in the 1980's and when I proudly told him Drazba was my dentist, he said "Drazba is a classy guy with a flawless reputation". With that being said, I just wanted to offer my condolences to his family on your immense loss. R.I.P. Dr. Drazba, and may God bless him eternally!

April 20, 2014

God bless you Uncle Jack. We have a lot of fond memories of you, and will really miss you. With all sympathy from Mark and Desi Johnson and family.

April 20, 2014

Bob and family. May you find comfort this Easter morning that Jesus Christ died for us so that we may be with Him in eternity. Our prayers for eternal rest for your Father that he may rest in Peace with your Mother in Heaven.

Tim and Sandy

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