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for John Fitzsimmons
Robert Jacobsen
October 24, 2021
John was my neighbor for 30+ years and we always helped each other out whenever we could. He was an absolute pleasure to be around. Ellie and John were very happy together and I feel badly that I didn't see John at the end. What a great guy...and a great couple
Robert Jacobsen
October 24, 2020
John: If you were still living at and taking care of the project house on Sayre, the fence would be re-painted and you would be planning the 5th out building and where to put it. We had so much fun talking about your projects and it was your personality that made it that way. I really miss laughing with you.
Robert Jacobsen
September 26, 2020
I just found out that my good friend and former neighbor died in October of 2018. John was an absolute pleasure to spend time with and I wish I had kept in touch with him more than an occasional visit. Last we spoke he told me he had gotten by with a bout of cancer and felt good. I have lost a good friend and hope Ellie can forgive me for not knowing of this loss until now. John, you were one of the best people I have ever met and I will miss out times together. Bob Jacobsen
Peter Jovanovic
October 24, 2019
Another year goes by and I still think about John. Still miss the times we had at work and at leisure.
Peter Jovanovic
March 24, 2019
Dear family, I just found out about this today. Our extreme condolences to you all. I worked with John at O'hare for many years. A kind and gentle person and well liked by all. He also had a great sense of humor.We too will miss him. Peter and Maria Jovanovic and family.
Ruth Howard
November 4, 2018
To John's family: It was an absolute pleasure to work with John for many years at ORD. Always smiling and upbeat, never waivering in his support of his co-workers. Always proud of his family. It is an honor to have known him and call him friend. May he rest in peace.
November 2, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2.
The Herguth family
November 1, 2018
Dear Deb, Shawn, Paige and the rest of your family, so sorry to hear about John's passing, he was always great to see and chat with at family and neighborhood gatherings over the years. What a gentleman. We're thinking about you guys and offer out sincere condolences and prayers.
glenn parduhn
November 1, 2018
John
A person couldn't ask for a better friend than you. Throughout our years you were always there for me. You will be dearly missed.
Good bye old friend
Glenn Parduhn
Gary Mills
October 31, 2018
I will always remember those many days and nights at O'Hare that you helped me to get through those times. You will be missed much, thank you for all your help back then. Blue skies John, blue skies !
Gary Mills, ORDTRUA, ORDCSUA, EXOPW, MCOOZUA, MCOFFUA
Ruth Melson
October 31, 2018
You all are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
christopher Kennedy
October 31, 2018
I have such fond memories of family parties over the years, at each and every turn I remember John laughing and with a huge smile on his face. He was truly a kind and caring soul who loves his family. Ellie, Pam, Debbie and family my deepest condolences.
Carol McCarthy
October 30, 2018
If you didn't know John when you first met him, you were a stranger for a few seconds and a friend going forward for life. What an amazing man! I am so blessed to have met John and through John, I met his entire family. John, I will miss you and I will never forget you.
Larry Emerson
October 30, 2018
Pam & family-
Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss for John. The several times we met him, he was always a gentleman, and very nice to our family.
May his memory be eternal!
Larry, Ivanka and Nik Emerson
CONNIE RUSSO
October 30, 2018
PLEASE FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING HOW MUCH JOHN WAS LOVED AND RESPECTED BY ALL OF HIS "UNITED" FAMILY
Jarrod Weaver
October 30, 2018
Thoughts of compassion go out to your dear family. May the hope from Daniel 12:13 aid in your peace.
Fred Wingfield
October 30, 2018
John you will be missed. You were my brother in arms during Vietnam ( we never met, but we did give you a few rides on our Amtracs) and one of the best guys I ever worked with.
Take care my friend. Rest In Peace.
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