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John Mickus Obituary

John C. Mickus, age 80, of Downers Grove, Illinois; beloved husband of Mary Cunningham Mickus; loving father of Timothy (Lucy), Christopher (Keeli Ellison), James (Shannon) Mickus; cherished grandfather of Madeline (Oscar) Palacio, Hank, Olivia, Hugo, Willem, and Phoebe Mickus; dear brother of Mary Mickus (Scott) Solway, James J., and the late Donald J. (the late Connie), and the late Raymond (Sheila) Mickus; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday, March 20th, 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM. John was Professor Emeritus and taught at Benedictine University for over 30 years. Service Tuesday, March 21st, at 11:00 AM at Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to, Northern Illinois Food Bank, www.solvehungertoday.com , Greater Chicago Food Depository, www.chicagosfoodbank.com or a charity of your choice, are appreciated. 630-968-1000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 19, 2023.

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Adam Beck

March 28, 2023

My deepest condolences to the Mickus family. Dr. Mickus was the best professor I had at IBC. His Gross Anatomy, Physiology, and Histology classes made the first year of medical school a breeze. I´ll always be grateful that I had him as a teacher. He made IBC what it is today, in my opinion. Respectfully, Adam Beck, M.D., Esq.

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Michael Paluchniak

March 20, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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Carrie Chapman

March 20, 2023

Lucy and Tim - my sincerest sympathies are with you and your family at this difficult time. (I am a friend of Lucy's from work)

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March 18, 2023

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20

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Downers Gr

4343 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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21

Service

11:00 a.m.

Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Downers Gr

4343 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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4343 Main Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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