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John Broussard Obituary
John J. Broussard, age 62, a longtime resident of Bolingbrook, IL, died Sunday, April 20, 2008 at Loyola Medical Center, Maywood, IL after a prolonged illness. He was born July 3, 1945 in Chicago, IL. Loving husband of Alayne P. O'Connor, whom he married July 24, 1965; beloved father of Jim (Cary) Broussard, Jack (Tammy) Broussard, Dan Broussard and the late Margaret Jane Broussard; adored grandfather of Johnny and Ashley Broussard; devoted son of the late Marshall and Margaret Broussard; dear brother of Tom and Terry Broussard; fond brother-in-law of Joan (Joseph) O'Connor and Mary (Bob Schillerstrom) O'Connor; dear uncle of Joshua (Shayna) Wright, Joe and Maureen O'Connor, Connor, Curt and Katie Schillerstrom; loving nephew of the late John and Euphemia Jordan. John grew up on Chicago's West Side and was a graduate of St. Ignatius High School. He was the longtime owner of Veteran's Trucking, North Riverside, IL, a lifelong member of Teamsters Local #705 and a board member of Chicago Regional Trucker's Association. Visitation Thursday, April 24, 4 to 9 p.m. at Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. Services will begin Friday, April 25, 9 a.m. from the funeral home and proceed to a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1501 W. Boughton Rd., Bolingbrook, IL. Interment: Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials to: American Diabetes Association, 30 N Michigan Ave # 2015, Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-1805. For info.
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Nicole Gleason
October 6, 2008
Hi, Alayne. You don't know me, although I think we met briefly at Terry's wake/funeral. So sorry for the loss of your husband John, and your brother-in-law Terry. I never met John, but Terry spoke so highly of both his brothers, that I felt like I knew them. I had always wanted to meet Terry's family, albeit under better circumstances. Losing a loved one is hard, whether it's a spouse, an in-law, or a friend. If you'd ever like to go for coffee, dinner, shopping, or just talk, please feel free to contact me. I believe one can never have too many friends, and I would love to get to know those who were close to Terry, and loved him as much as I did, if not more so.
Madeline Bernbom
April 30, 2008
Dear Alayne,
I just got back in town and was sent a an email about John. I am so very sorry for your loss. I was looking forward to seeing you and John at our upcoming 50th Reunion from Resurrection.
John was one of my dearest friends during that time. We were in the same class and I babysat for his brothers and got to know his parents very well.
We had so many great times. I have so many fun memories that included John. I remember when he got his VW Bug. One night John, my brother Tom and I actually put a 6 foot Christmas tree in that car. We had so many laughs.
I also remember when he announced that he met you and he "liked" you. He thought that your were going to be "The One"!
John was the kindest and funniest guy. Your loss must be profound.
Please give my condolences to your family.
Take care.
Arlene steinhagen
April 30, 2008
Alayne - so sorry to her about your husband's passing. My prayers are with you and your family. Arlene Steinhagen
Carl Lotz
April 26, 2008
To Alyane, Jim, Jack, and Dan,
Please accept my sympathy on your loss. It was very sad to hear that John passed away. John was a great friend and business partner during my days at Life Fitness. I will always cherish our many conversations about family, grandchildren and golf. He will always be in my prayers.
John & Jill Jacobe
April 24, 2008
Broussard Family - - We offer our deepest sympathies during this time of loss. John was a wonderful loving man and shall always be remembered as such. His legacy is one of friendship and love.
Pam Cianci
April 24, 2008
To Alayne and the Broussard family, So sorry to hear about John's passing and my thoughts and prayers are with you - Pam Cianci and family
The Family of Walter Auerbach
April 23, 2008
To the Broussard Family
Don't think of him as gone away... his journey has just begun. The best is yet to come for John!
We were sorry to hear of John's passing and we're keeping you in our prayers.
Debra, Rick, Kristin, Clayton Tragarz
April 22, 2008
Broussard Family -- A little time on earth he spent Till God for Him, His angel sent. Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Pam Pelarinos
April 22, 2008
How very sad I was to find the news about John. What a dear friend & what wonderful memories. I'm a former employee of Life Fitness in Franklin Park also. I had sent xmas cards to keep in touch & hadn't heard from John. Then 6 mos. ago, John had called one day out of the blue & it was so wonderful to hear his voice. I've missed him so much & hoped to visit him. I'm so saddened by this news & so sorry that I won't get to see him or hear his great voice again. All my love & sympathy to all of you.
Pam Durkin Pelarinos
Perry Brooks
April 22, 2008
We lost a great friend in John. My prayers are with you.
Jeanette White
April 22, 2008
To the Broussard Family -
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. I was so sorry to hear about John. I am a former Life Fitness employee - have many good/fun memories of John; particularly, hearing his story about making rum cake from the recipe I gave him! I am sure that he will be deeply missed by all. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Lung Transplant Team University of Chicago
April 22, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are sorry for your loss.
The Lung Transplant Team at the University of Chicago.
Betty, Jeanne, Uma, Pat, Vicki Fron, Penny, Lourdes, Sharon, Dr. Garrity & Dr. Bhorade
Jack Goggin
April 22, 2008
I was very saddened to hear of John's passing. John and I grew up together on Monroe St. and attended Resurrection Grammar School together until I moved in 6th grade. So many good times are remembered with John, Larry O'Brien, Jerry Rowan and other kids in the neighborhood. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mark Manning
April 22, 2008
Sorry for your loss. Everyone is in our thoughts and prayers.
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