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John Patrick Taphorn

1972 - 2019

John Patrick Taphorn obituary, 1972-2019, Whitefish Bay, WI

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John Taphorn Obituary

John Patrick Taphorn

Whitefish Bay - John Patrick Taphorn, age 47, of Whitefish Bay, was Born to Eternal Life November 21, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. John was born April 23, 1972, in Rockford, Ill., the son of John J. and Carol (Giovingo) Taphorn. He attended grade school at Holy Family School and graduated from Boylan Central Catholic High School, both in Rockford. John graduated from Marquette University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. After graduation from Marquette, John obtained his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.

John married Sheila McGinn on January 25, 1997. They settled in Whitefish Bay and together had three beautiful children, Madeline, Catherine and Jack. John enjoyed a 25-year career in investment management, most recently with Wells Fargo Asset Management.

John embraced all things Milwaukee, especially Marquette Basketball and the Milwaukee Brewers, but his favorite part has been the lifelong friendships he made dating back to his time at Marquette University through his Whitefish Bay community.

John is loved and will forever be missed by his wife, Sheila; children, Madeline, Catherine and Jack; parents, John and Carol Taphorn of Rockford, Ill.; brother, Vito J. (Makela) Taphorn of Whitefish Bay, WI. He is further survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and a large extended family. John was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack and Ann Taphorn and Vito and Marian Giovingo.

The family will greet relatives and friends on Monday, November 25, 2019, at Gesu Catholic Church, West Wisconsin Ave. at 12th Street, Milwaukee, beginning at 9:00 A.M. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 A.M. Private family burial will be held. Memorials in John's name may be directed to Marquette University.

The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Froedtert Memorial Hospital Cancer Center, especially Drs. Deepak Kilari and Michael Salinger for the excellent care given John and his entire family

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Nov. 22 to Nov. 23, 2019.

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ocks Crock

December 4, 2019

John an I went to Holy Family together, Boylan High School and an never saw him again but a friend had called me in Los Angeles an told me that John had passed away..i
t sounds like he had a good life an had great friends . THE CROCK FAMILY IS SENDING LOVE

Rick Quaintance

November 30, 2019

I was so very sorry to learn about Johns passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Sheila, Madeline, Catherine and Jack, and Johns extended family and friends. I hope that time will ease your sorrow and many wonderful memories will keep him always close to you.

Scott Hokanson

November 27, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. Our time together in Antwerp was one of my favorite times. God bless you and your family Shiela

Kim George

November 26, 2019

Sheila -

I was so sorry to hear about John's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lots of fun MU memories over the years with John!

Please take care of yourself -

Kim George

Kathy Bohn

November 26, 2019

Sheila, My heart aches for you, Madeline, Catherine and Jack. John left us much too soon. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all. Love, Kathy and Jim Bohn

Chris Bart

November 25, 2019

John, Carol, Sheila and VJ, so so sorry for you loss of an incredible person, son, father, husband and brother. So many great Taphorn/Barr family gathering memories. Will be thinking about you all a ton, in the days, weeks, months and years to follow. Love to you all!
Chris Barr and Family

Clint & Jan Laskowski

November 25, 2019

Sheila, Madeline, Catherine and Jack, you are all in our prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss. We have great memories of many St. Monica get togethers. You are a wonderful family. Hugs. Jan and Clint and family.

Stephanie Winkel Mayer

November 25, 2019

Sheila and family- I was so sorry to hear about John. He was such a wonderful husband, father and friend. So many great memories of our times in Whitefish Bay with all of you. May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time. Prayers and love from Minnesota.

Betty Ann Manalli

November 24, 2019

Carol, John, Vito and family,
My heart aches and I am so sorry to hear about your Johnny. I can totally relate. My son Mark was 7 yrs old when he passed and Your son was 47. I would think the longer they live the harder it is sometimes. My son John was the one who told me and our son's had so many similarities. Same names, went to High School together, married the same year, 3 great children,etc.that I can truly put myself in your place and feel the pain. When my son Mark died Mayo Clinic gave me a beautiful poem named "Child Loaned". When I get your address I will share it with you. I've known you Carol,since childhood and John since High School and John was blessed with two of the greatest people I know.
There are no right words so I Will close for now and continue to keep and your family in my prayers.
GOD BLESS,
Betty Ann Porrazzo Manalli
Downers Grove, Illinois

Heartfelt Condolences Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Dawn Hentzen

Sent Flowers

Beautiful Spirit Arrangement

a loved one

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Barbara Drake Lasky

November 24, 2019

John and Carol I was so saddened to read of the loss of your dear son. Please know that I pray for your hearts to heal and for our Lord to wrap you in His warmth.

Heartfelt Condolences Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

a loved one

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Mary Meghan Hammes

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AnnaMarie Preschat

November 23, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss, may All the angels wrap their arms around you and family at this very sad difficult time!!
AnnaMarie & Ross

Peter Halligan

November 23, 2019

Sheila and the Taphorn family, I want to express my sincere condolences. John was a great man and will be missed by so many. The MU community especially mourns with you. He was ever present in such a good way. I am so glad I got to see him and speak with him at the 25 year reunion. God bless all of you during these most difficult of times.

Terry Berner

November 23, 2019

Sheila and family, I cant tell you how saddened I am for you all. Such a wonderful man. I liked John from the very first moment I met him at your folks house. He fit in immediately and I knew he was a keeper! You had a great journey through life with him. Its not fair that it was just too brief. My prayers and love to you and your whole family.

Cherished Friend Bouquet- VASE INCLUDED

Kevin Curran

Sent Flowers

Peaceful Passage Arrangement

a loved one

Sent Flowers

John Patrick & Grandma Ann

Theresa Taphorn

November 23, 2019

November 23, 2019

John and Carol,we are so sorry for your loss.May God bless you during these difficult times.

Angelo and Dianna Bruscato,
Fountain Hills, Arizona

Veronica Keasling

November 23, 2019

I wish I was there to give you a hug, Sheila. May God give you and your family strength, and may you feel the love being sent to you from SW Iowa.

Sherri Donaldson

November 23, 2019

Taphorn Family, Words cannot express our sorrow. May Gods eternal light shine on you as you navigate the loss of your husband and father. Know how much he was respected and loved by those of us who were blessed to be in his presence. John and Sherri Donaldson (Mama and Papa D)

November 23, 2019

John and Carol. We are so sorry to hear the sad sad news of the loss of your son John. We have fond memories of John and our son Marcs friendship and their years at Marquette together you are in our thoughts and prayers

Carol Jochem

November 23, 2019

Sheila, you are in our hearts. John was such a kind man and gone way too soon. He is blessed to have you as his wife and your strength and love will keep him in peace as he knows his children have you to take care of them. God Bless John You and your children
Carol Jochem

Carol Jochem

November 23, 2019

Sheila, our hearts are with you and the family. John was such a nice man and he is at peace now knowing you are there for his children.
God Bless

The Spirited Grace Lily Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

Carol Jochem

Sent Flowers

Bill Strotman

November 22, 2019

Gone far too soon. Sheila, I sent my heartfelt sympathy to you and your children. Tap was always a kind soul to me. Hes resting now. Take comfort in that. God bless you.

November 22, 2019

Sheila,
I've been praying for you & the kids.

Jami Ross

Ted Jaekels

November 22, 2019

Sheila and family,
My heartfelt sympathy to you regarding Johns passing: you are his legacy. May Gods grace shine upon you at this time of sorrow.
Ted Jaekels and family

25 year MU reunion at the Tool Box

Anna Bruno Bleers

November 22, 2019

Sheila, VJ and the entire Taphorn family, there are no words to express my sorrow. I know your hearts are broken into a million pieces. John made everyone happy the moment he walked into a room. He always had a smile on his face, greeted you with a hug and made everyone feel welcomed. So many of my wonderful MU memories included him at McCormick and in later years at the Tool Box. I had to share this lovely moment, with John in his glory and Liam standing by his side. My prayers and love are with you all.❤

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