John Richard Moritz

John Richard Moritz obituary, Elgin, IL

John Richard Moritz

John Moritz Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 24, 2025.
John Richard Moritz, 55, of Elgin, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2024.

A devoted father to Jamal (31) and Latisha (28), and a cherished son of Jedidah and Mariah, John was also a valued friend to many.

After graduating from Rutgers University, John embarked on a successful career with A&P, where he rose to the position of Senior Vice President. He later transitioned to the cosmetics industry, working for Shenzen Naimei Cosmetics. John spent many years living on the East Coast, where he enjoyed attending entertainment venues and sporting events with friends and family.

May his memory bring comfort to all who knew him.

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