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John Jankowski Obituary
John Walter Jankowski, age 85, beloved husband of Patricia (nee Reilly); loving father of John, Jess (Karen), Jane (John) Palmer, and Jeanne (Kevin) Hahn; loving grandfather of John, Andrea, Jessica, Jenna, Natalie, Madeline, Hannah, Clare, and Owen; dear great grandfather of Dyllan, Makayla, Kaden; fond brother of Richard (Helen), Donald (Maria), and Dolores. Mr. Jankowski was formerly the assistant principal of Bogan High School in Chicago, as well as a life member of the A.N.A. He will lie in state on Saturday from 9 AM until the time of Mass at 10 AM at Sacred Heart Church, 8245 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, IL. Visitation will be on Friday from 4 PM until 8 PM, at Toynton Walworth Funeral Home, Walworth, WI. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Information 262-275-2171. Memorials may be given to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Jankowski
Nancy Baum
January 7, 2015
Mr. Jankowski was a wonderful man with lots of spirit and he will be missed by many. I'll never forget his smile. So very sorry for your loss.
The Baum Family
January 5, 2015
Mrs. Jankowski,
My family lived 2 doors down from you in Palos Hills, and I babysat Jane and Jeanne. I wanted to express my condolences when I read about Mr. Jankowski. I have so many pleasant memories of him and your family. I am sorry for your loss.
Kris Karson Heveran (now in Racine Wisconsin)
January 3, 2015
Dear Pat & entire family...Our most sincere & deep sympathies on your loss. We will always remember John fondly and all the good times we had as neigbors in Palos Hills, on Interlochen & Winter Park. May his memory be eternal!! The Krongos & Karson families (Caledonia, Wisconsin)
Glen DeCosta
January 3, 2015
Our family offers our sincerest condolences to the Jankowski family for their loss.
John was a great man and will be sorely missed. I met John 10 years ago when I started in the coin business, he was always willing to take the time out and talk to me about coins as well as life itself. Over the years I stopped calling him John and started referring to him as my Granpa. He treated me, my wife Katie and my daughter Lily as family. I will miss our daily phone calls, but will take comfort in knowing he is "wheeling and dealing" up above us all in heaven.
Bill Burd
January 3, 2015
John was one of my first customers 20 years ago and quickly became a friend. As the years went by he would call me "son". He loved my daughter Katie and was grampa to her daughter Lily. We are all saddened and will miss him dearly. Our condolences to his family.
Rob & Rebecca Kinnear
January 2, 2015
John blessed our lives and we will miss him. To each of you who love him we pray for peace and joy in remembering the many good memories that he helped make. Thanks for giving John the comfort of a caring family. We are surrounding you with prayers. Rob and Rebecca
Amy Ahrens
January 2, 2015
Thinking of you, wonderful Jankowski family, and keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Your friends, Amy, Katherine and Tommy Ahrens.
Tony Ruben
January 1, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to the Jankowski family on the passing of a great and loved man.
Rick Dykstra
January 1, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Connie Hanrahan
January 1, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Kathy Kozlowski
January 1, 2015
Dear Pat and Family:
You have my deepest sympathy. John will be greatly missed by Everyone!
Rhonda Recknagel
January 1, 2015
You were like family to me and a great person. I loved going fishing with you and hearing your stories. Words cannot express how much you will be missed. Luv u Mr J !!!!!!
Diane Parker
January 1, 2015
Prayers and condolences to The Jankowski and Hahn family. May love surround and comfort you during this difficult time. Diane & Cheyenne Parker
Ellen Purdy
January 1, 2015
So sorry for your loss
cindy joens wendel
January 1, 2015
I remember Mr Jankowski from Bogan...he was in charge of a baseball card club and was a little surprised when a girl wanted to join. Always smiling....may he rest in peace.
class of 91
Ron Tatar
January 1, 2015
John was a friend and will be sorely missed.
Bonnie Plambeck (Keller)
December 31, 2014
In memory of a man who was the light to so many young minds.
Bonnie Plambeck (Keller)
December 31, 2014
I am saddened, and the world is a bit less without the inimitable John Jankowsi. When I attended Bogan in the 60s, I rarely came into contact with Mr. J. However, years later, with my own kids attending Bogan, and I serving on the LSC, he became a good friend, ally, and mentor. I became friends with Pat, and we had many times together which were enjoyable. John could tell stories/jokes better than anyone. It's been years since we got together, but I have thought of Mr. J often. Seeing the obit this morning just broke my heart. Pat, and kids, my deepest condolences go out to you. He will always be thought of with great respect and love. I just know John is regaling all his friends in heaven with stories!! Rest in peace.
Kristin (Leddy) Sosnowski
December 31, 2014
Jane, I was so sorry to hear about your dad! Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Clara Hughes
December 31, 2014
To a dear wonderful man, Mr. Jankowski: I was privileged to have been 1 your students & cherish that time. God bless you sir! I hope you will be teaching in heaven. Rest in peace. Love from a Bogan Bengal.
Joann LaRocco Glen
December 31, 2014
I remember the day Miss Reilly received her engagement ring! She was so happy. My heartfelt condolences to Mr. Jankowski's family. He was truly a great man.
Joann LaRocco Glen, Bogan class of '72
Jerry Power
December 31, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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