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John Stroger Obituary
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Toinette Bell
March 2, 2008
What a honor it was to have you in all of our lives for the time allowed by God! A man is known by his works, and you have worked hard for our people we will truly miss you!
Lennette Whitfield-Neal
February 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
OFC. RODNEY HUNTER
February 3, 2008
TO THE FAMILY AND WIFE MAY GOD GIVE YOU COMFORT AT THIS TIME AND KNOW THIS PRESIDENT STROGER HAD A GREAT MISSION AND IT WAS SIMPLY TO HELP PEOPLE.I WAS BLESSED TO HAVE A MEETING WITH HIM AND HE NEVER ASKED FOR ANYTHING BUT SIMPLY THAT WE DO OUR JOBS AND NOT MAKE ANY PROBLEMS AND TO GET ALONG WITH ONE ANOTHER AND TO HELP ONE ANOTHER.I'M PROUD TO WEAR MY COOK COUNTY PATCH.SO MOTE IT BE.
Mac Alexander
February 1, 2008
On behalf of Mr. Mac Alexander and the employees of MacArthur's Restaurant our prayers are with the Stroger Family in the loss of their loved one. He will be missed, but not forgotten.
Bill Melton
January 30, 2008
I deemed it an honor and privilege to have had the opportunity to work closely with John Stroger while he served as President of the National Association of Counties. John was a leader, a professional, and a fighter for the causes he believed in. He will be missed.
Sincere condolenes to the Family.
Bill Melton
Dallas County Treasurer, 1977-2002
R T
January 29, 2008
to The Family
My condolences. I know that your hearts are heavy with grief. At Psalm 34:18 God said "he is near to those that are broken at heart and those who are crushed is spirit he saves." I hope that this will bring the family a measure of comfort in this time of deep sorrow.
You Have my deepest sympathy.
bonita crivolio
January 28, 2008
On behalf of the Frank S. Belmonte family, we extend our deepest sympathies. Mr. Stroger and his family will continue to be remembered with the great respect and fondness with which my father always spoke. Our prayers will stay with you.
Mrs. K. Glanton
January 25, 2008
While I did not know him personally, Mr. Stroger was a great friend of my Uncle, Commander John D. Chamberlin, Jr. (Ret. Chicago Police Department) for most of my life. On behalf of Commander's Family (Chamberlin/Parker), I extend my sincere sympathy to the Family of John Stroger. It is my hope that they (Uncle Doug & John Stroger) are now in Heaven, laughing and remembering the times that they had together. May God Bless the Stroger Family.
Mrs. K. Glanton, Chicago
J & A Lewis
January 24, 2008
May your paving the way for so many in Cook County never be forgotten. May your soul rest in peace. May the Lord care for the hurting hearts of the Stroger family as you are laid to rest. Peace to you from our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
~The Lewis Family
Stanley D. Moore
January 23, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Stroger family. I wish you peace in your time of sorrow. I knew President Stroger since the 1970's when we formed a Census working group for the City of Chicago. Every decade, he continued to support Census Bureau efforts in order to achieve a better count and better living standards for his community. He was the standard of excellence as a public servant. President Stroger was sincerely dedicated to the well-being of the people of the City of Chicago. He was a friend, not only to me personally, but to the Census Bureau as well.
Rick Kurnick
January 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Stroger Family. May our Lord be with you at this time. We live in a better place because of men like President Stroger. He will be remembered always for the many things he did for Cook County.
Reggie Amison
January 23, 2008
I also knew Mr. Stroger and his family for more than fourty years. I was a close friend of Hans (deceased) and knew Yani and Todd. My deepest condolences go out to the entire Stroger family during your time of bereavement. My prayers are with you all. Be strong and God Bless
Percy L. Palmer III
January 23, 2008
I knew Mr. Stroger and his family for more than fourty years. I grew up with his children (Hans deceased) Yani and Todd on the southside of chicago. My deepest sympathies go out to the Stroger family during this most difficult time.
EMERSON BLUE
January 23, 2008
I knew President John Stroger for nearly forty and for all those years he remained the "Great Johnny", as one of his close friends used to address him. I was not a relative and I did not live in his ward but when I started practicing law in a suite where he maintained an office, he was unselfish with his assistance. I will remember him as a kind, caring person and a dedicated public servant. He tried assist people in all walks of life and he made special efforts to assist young people trying to get started. I am sure he knew how much I appreciated his friendship; I will miss him.
Tony B
January 23, 2008
president Stroger was of the "old School" system. He truly knew how to treat people. He will be missed by all.
Cheryl Smith
January 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
W Daniels
January 22, 2008
My heart and deepest condolences go out to the Stroger family. Losing a precious loved one is never easy. May you find comfort in knowing that God promises "He will actually swallow up death forever." Isaih 25:8
Sharon Murphy
January 21, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Trudie Acheatel
January 21, 2008
He was good for the cook county board. He will be missed as a person and a leader. Hope family and friends with remember his personalily and good thoughts.
Trudie
Phyllis Sherman
January 21, 2008
John was a very nice man. He was always looking out for the people he served. He cared about them very much. I am sad to see President John Stroger pass away.
My deepest sympathy to his family,
Fr. Dan Brandt
January 21, 2008
Prayerful and heartfelt condolences from the people of NATIVITY OF OUR LORD Parish in Bridgeport! John will be remembered at Masses here. May you know the healing touch of Jesus Christ during this difficult time. Sincerely, Fr. Dan Brandt / Pastor [email protected]
Jack Beary
January 21, 2008
Yonnie and family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. I will always remember John Stroger as a decent and caring man, a passionate advocate and a true leader. He will be missed, but not forgotten.
Miracia Pierre-Louis
January 19, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Myrlande and David Pierre-Louis/Johnson
January 19, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Gerty pierre-louis,Chicago,
January 19, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sue Bass
January 18, 2008
Dear Yonnie,
I was sad to read of John's passing and want to extend to you and your family my sincere sympathy to you. My memories of John going back to the 1960's in the YD's and on over the years that we shared so many wonderful times in the Democratic Party. May all your fond memories carry you through the difficult days ahead.
Frank Manta
January 18, 2008
John Stroger was a good man with a caring heart. I've known him from Depaul Law School at night in the early 60's. He always was there for his friends A good and great man.
Yvette Thomas
January 18, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Brien Comerford
January 18, 2008
John Stroger was arguably the most compassionate and inclusive politician in Cook County History. It was a honor for me to have Known benevolent leaders such as John Stroger and George Dunne. They personified compassion in action. God bless the Stroger family.
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