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John Dvorak Obituary
John W. Dvorak, beloved husband and best friend for 29 years of Mary, nee Graff; loving dad of Andy and Scott; fond son-in-law of Eileen and the late Harry Graff; dear brother-in-law of Jim, Dick (Kathy),
Jacqueline (Rich) Quantz and Rob (Colette) Graff; proud uncle of five; and a great friend of many; son of Dolores and the late John; and brother of Diane, Bert and the late Donald. Longtime and dedicated employee with the Village of Oak Lawn. Service Monday, 11 a.m. at Zimmerman & Sandeman Funeral Home, 5200 W. 95th St. Interment private. Visitation Sunday
2 to 8 p.m. Info, 708-424-0340 .
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Memories and Condolences
for John Dvorak
Jim Webb
October 22, 2008
Worked with Mr. Dvorak as a part-timer throughout high school and part of college...sad to see him go. Too young. My condolences to your family.
Leo Heinlen
October 20, 2008
It has been a long time since I was involved with Oak Lawn Baseball, but, except for the kids, my most enduring memory from those days was of John. I guess that makes sense because he seemed like a big kid. He was the antithesis of the "baseball parent." He was concerned only with assuring fun for the kids, developing their baseball skills, and nurturing a love of the game. Anyone who met John couldn't help but think they just made a new friend. He was a great guy.
I have probably seen John only two or three times over the last twelve years, but I was still very saddened when I read the nice story about him in the Southtown. My condolences to his family.
Jim Donahue
October 20, 2008
My condolences to John’s family. John was a good guy. I worked part time in the sewer division during my summers while I went to college. He was someone who didn’t take life too seriously and could always make you laugh. I ran into him a few times later in life and he was still a happy go lucky guy. He will be missed.
September 30, 2008
Mary,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Carrie D. from Kohls
sharon reidy
September 30, 2008
Dear Mary, Scott and Andy,
I am so sorry for your loss. It has been quite a while since I have seen both of you, but have many fond memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you. John was a great guy.
Sharon (Westfall) Reidy
September 30, 2008
Mary, You have my deepest sympathy. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Diane from kohls.
Jo-Anne Cisko
September 29, 2008
Dear Mary, Andy and Scott: We are so sorry for your loss. John was a great guy. We also remember John's phenomenal coaching skills when our team WON the World Series-still have Chris' T-Shirt that John had made for the team--in advance. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Jo-Anne Cisko, Shawn and Chris Dietel
Jenny Aguiar
September 28, 2008
Dear Mrs. Dvorak, Andy and Scott,
I just want to express my deepest sympathy to you. Mr. Dvorak was a great man, and I have many good memories of him from my childhood. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alice Pitluck
September 28, 2008
Dear Mary,
This is Alice Pitluck( Goodyear) calling.
We worked together at MainStreet back in the 80's. I want you to know that back then when I was a young women you were one of my mentors. I admired your marriage & your parenting .
You and your sons are in my prayers as I know how much John ment to you all.
God Bless,
Alice
Greg Haraf
September 28, 2008
Dear Mary, Scott and Andy,
We are so sorry for your loss, you are in our prayers. Lots of memories. God Bless.
Greg, Sandy and Mike
Lynn Lepper
September 28, 2008
Dear Mary, Andy and Scott,
I met John the day I moved into my home some 32 years ago. He and my neighbor, Tony Klockowski, played with my children and everyone loved John's company. Your best friend, husband and father left loving memories for so many people. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
September 28, 2008
Mary,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy.
Betty from Kohls
John Lesniewski
September 27, 2008
Mary, Scot and Andy, John was my friend for more than 20 years. My fondest memories of him will always be our softball team, the Barbarians. He truly loved that team and we were pretty darn good. I,m so sorry for you guys. I,ll miss him.
John & Mary, Las Vegas, NV 2003
Colette & Rob Graff
September 26, 2008
We will greatly miss John's big spirit, good company, smiling face, tasty cooking and bad jokes forever. He was everyman's man, and the best example of what people mean when they say the words 'a good guy.' A real sweetheart.
With much love to Mary, Andy & Scott
dan smith
September 26, 2008
Dear Mary and Sons,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
I worked with John for many years and just had lunch with him two weeks ago. I will surley miss his company and sense of humor. Our thoughts go out to you.
Dan and Linda Smith
The Anzilotti Family
September 26, 2008
Dearest Mary, Andy and Scott,
There are no words to express our sorry. We will always cherish all the good times and memories our families shared. John will be truly missed. Our prayers are with you.
Jackie Bergel
September 26, 2008
Dear "Pinky" and Family,
Mr. B and I are so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers. You are in our hearts and have our deepest sympathy.
Love, Momma & Mr. B.
Tammy Reed
September 26, 2008
Mary, Andy, and Scott
John will be missed by all. He was always smiling. I will always remember when he coached Josh and Scott to the World Series.
I will keep you all in my prayers.
Babe Andrews
September 26, 2008
Mary and family: I worked with John
for many years. He was a good friend, and I am truly saddened by
his passing. May his memory be
eternal.
September 26, 2008
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Diane and Jim DeMoss
September 26, 2008
Dear Mary and Boys,
Johnny will be be sorely missed. He was always a light in a dark place.
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