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John McCormick Obituary
JOHN BRIAN McCORMICK, age 69, passed away on March 13, leaving behind his wife of forty years, Bridget Sperl, his daughters Claire and Sheila, son Jack, son-in-law Ben Kloesel, grandchildren Luke and Amalia Kloesel, sisters Kathleen Wieting and Christine McCormick, brother Dennis McCormick and many nieces and nephews. He was born to Jerome and Florence McCormick and raised in Green Bay, graduating from West High School in 1969. After graduating from Purdue University and the University of Wisconsin Law School, he joined the City Attorney's Office in St. Paul, MN where he rose to the position of Deputy City Attorney before retiring in 2012. John will be remembered by all who knew him for his positive approach to life, his quick wit and outgoing personality, his generosity and eagerness to help others and his deep love for his family. John was also fun to be around, whether at the family's lake cabin in Wisconsin, at Green Bay Packer and Minnesota Twins games, during his duck hunting expeditions or traveling the world with his wife Bridget. John just enjoyed life and he made us, who knew him, keenly aware of what it could offer. Due to COVID-19, there will be a private memorial at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, March 21.
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Doug Lodermeier Sr.
April 13, 2021
I am so sorry to learn of John's sudden passing. I will miss his friendship and his wonderful sense of humor. He was a true gentleman.
George Stephenson
March 23, 2021
I am heart-broken about John's passing. He was a good friend (despite him being a Packer's fan and I a Bears fan). He always talked lovingly and proudly about Bridget, Clare, Sheila and Jack. I always laughed when we were together and he had the amazing ability to turn frustration (even his own) into laughter. He will be greatly missed. GeoS
Mary Sue Simmons
March 20, 2021
I had the pleasure of knowing John in various Birchwood endeavors. He was such a kind person and was truly a good neighbor. I am grateful to have known him. Wishing peace to Bridget and his family.
Thomas/Janice Rotter
March 20, 2021
A long time friend whom Tom and I kept in contact with over the years. So very sorry to hear if his passing. Our thoughts and prayers to the family.
Ann Limric
March 18, 2021
My deepest condolences to the family of John McCorrmick.
A good and caring man. Very sad for your loss. I will miss him too.
Judy and Darrell Skoglund
March 18, 2021
We're so sorry to hear of John's sudden and tragic death. Thinking of all of you as you grieve during this difficult time.
Mike Higgins
March 18, 2021
Very saddened to learn of John's passing. Heartfelt
condolences to the family of a great guy. he will be missed.
Mike Higgins
John and Dorothy (Dixie) Reese
March 18, 2021
Our sympathy to all your family. Chris called me to inform me, I am so sorry and know his kind heart will be present for ever.
Tony Michael Baudanza
March 17, 2021
My deepest sympathies to all John's immediate family. I have not had the pleasure of meeting them and am very sad to only now be able to express condolences to them. I was fortunate to be able to bond with John years ago through my amazing "brotherly" association at the Beta Phi Chapter of Pikes at Purdue. The many years that have past have not dampened my love and admiration for John. I miss is charm and humor to say the least. May the road always rise up to meet you John, may the sun be always at your back, and I'm sure you are in Heaven way before the devil knew you were gone (my irreverent paraphrase of a Gaelic blessing). Give my best to the Chapter Eternal, love Tony
John A Succo
March 17, 2021
I am very sorry for the loss of John. He was a high school classmate. During the 60's, when I knew him, he was a friend to many and an enemy of no one. Prayers for John and his entire family.
BOB SAUER
March 17, 2021
I AM SO SURPRISED TO HEAR OF JOHN'S PASSING. I WORKED WITH HIM AT THE MN. DECOY COLLECTORS SHOW. JOHN ALWAYS HAD THAT TWINKLE IN HIS EYE. HE WAS A GENEROUS AND CARING PERSON WHO GAVE ME SOUND ADVICE. I WILL MISS HIM AND HIS HUMOR. HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY JOHN. YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY,BRIDGET AND FAMILY
Barb Zusan
March 17, 2021
I was so sorry to see that John passed away. It was a pleasure to work with him in the City Attorney´s office. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Mark Voerding
March 17, 2021
I was deeply saddened to hear this. John and I spent many hours in the duck blind and at decoy collectors shows. As a city attorney he kept me out of trouble in city government and worked very hard for the benefit of St. Paul. The citizens could not have been served by a better civil servant. We will miss his friendship, thoughtful comments and occasional Irish fire. Today, a toast of Jameson to John.
John Southworth
March 17, 2021
John was a fellow board member of the Minnesota Decoy Collectors Association. He always had a smile when meeting you, and a quiet way about him. He was one of those guys that you enjoyed being around. He will be missed by so many people.
Dina Parker
March 17, 2021
My heartfelt condolences.
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