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JOHN GRAYHACK Obituary
John "Jack" Thomas Grayhack, M. D., of LaGrange, beloved husband of the late Elizabeth "Betty," nee Houlehin; loving father of Beth Grayhack (Eric Phizicky), Anne Grayhack (Peter Kram), Linda (Mike) Replogle, John (Julie) and Bill (Judy) Grayhack; devoted grandfather of Michael and David Phizicky, Anne, Joseph and John Replogle, Patrick, Matthew, Tim, Sean, Clara, Adam and Erin Grayhack; dear brother of the late Marilyn; fond uncle of Jean (John) Niedermeyer-Gillespie; dear great-uncle of Erin Gillespie. Visitation 2 to 9 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 12 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Prayers 9:15 a.m., Monday, Aug. 13 at the funeral home to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, LaGrange for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to The John T. Grayhack Fund at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 420 E. Superior St., Rubloff Bldg., 9th Floor, attn: Ross Crampton, Chicago, IL 60611 appreciated. Jack and Betty were married for 62 years. He enjoyed time with his family, hunting, fishing, and summers on Diamond Lake in Canada. He loved the White Sox and Northwestern Wildcats. He was a world-renowned physician, surgeon, researcher and scholar. Jack received his BA and MD from the University of Chicago. After his internship and residency at Johns Hopkins, Jack joined Northwestern University in 1956, and became chairman and Herman Kretchmer Professor in the Dept. of Urology, a position he held from 1963 - 1989. He served as president of the Board of Urology, the GU Surgeons and the editor of The Journal of Urology. Funeral home phone: 708-352-6500. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Christ Kopsias
June 21, 2013
Dr. Grayhack was a great man and physician, he was my doctor for over 20 years. He frequently bragged about his grandkids who he loved so much. Dr. Grayhack was more than a physician to me, he cared more about his patients and than any doctor I've ever had, he spent time listening and responding to each and every concern.He went as far as giving his home phone number to me in case any problems arose. In Dr. Grayhacks passing the world has lost a great man and a great mind. I will forever remember him.
James Krueger
August 25, 2012
He was the most kind and gentle doctor I have ever had treat me. Quiet spoken, honest and non judgmental. He had earned his retirement but I was oh so sorry to see him go. His treatment cured my cancer 20 years ago. And now he resides with the angels. God's speed.
August 16, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.
The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care
Edward Kim
August 15, 2012
Jack was an inspiration and a role model for me. He led by example. Thank you for your grace and humility.
August 14, 2012
So sorry for your loss. The Mosher family.
Lyda Oliver
August 13, 2012
Today, in Cali, Colombia, with great regret we learned of the passing of dear Doctor Grayhack. I (Lyda) had the opportunity and honor to work with him at his research lab from 1975 to 1986.
Although since 1998 when we returned to Colombia, we had no more contact with the dear and unforgettable friends from Northwestern University, we always remember with fondness and nostalgia the wonderful time we shared there.
We extend our feelings of affection and solidarity to the family of Doctor Grayhack as well as to the faculty and friends of the Urology Department at Northewestern Medical School.
Lyda & George Oliver
Reverend Kevin Dominik
August 11, 2012
To all of the family and friends of Jack Grayhack, please accept the prayers and support of the parish family of Saint Winifred on your lost of a father, friend and grandfather. May the many ways he offer his love, help and guidance always fill your hearts and memories with hope peace and many great memories.
George Heidkamp
August 10, 2012
Jack was the personification of a gentleman and a scholar. The world is a better place because of him.
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