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John Sacks Obituary
Louisville - John Charles Sacks, 81, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2019 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born June 23, 1937, to the late John and Mary Ann Sacks.
John was a graduate of BGSU, where he played baseball and was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. He was a terminal manager at Holland Motor Express until his retirement.
John was an avid runner, well known in the community as someone with the "time to beat".
He was a man with many, many friends which is a testimony of who he was; very kind, thoughtful and generous. John will be painfully missed by all who knew him.
John is survived by his two loving daughters, Linda S. Hall (Fred) and Pamela J. Schiller (Tom); their mother, Barbara Sacks; three grandchildren, Kelly Hall Vincent (Alex), Christopher and Mitch Schiller; brother, G. Thomas Sacks (Barbara) and their four children.
The family will receive visitors from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Ratterman Funeral Home, 3711 Lexington Road, "in St. Matthews". Services will be private.
Expressions of sympathy in the form of contributions may be made to Hosparus Health Louisville, 3532 Ephraim McDowell Drive, Louisville, KY 40205.
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John Brady
May 24, 2020
I just learned of Johns passing, I am so saddened. John and I were very close when we were worked in the same industry in Louisville. I guess the last time that we spoke was some 25 years ago, we kind of lost touch, but not forgotten. He was a nice and kind man, we had so many fun times together. Between racquetball, running and golf, we had the best of times. My condolences to the family, my heart aches knowing that John is no longer with us. I will never forget John.....never. Unfortunately, there are no words.
Becky Whiteside
May 10, 2019
For such a short time I knew you, you had a huge influence on how to live life to the fullest! Becky @ Stonecrest
May 8, 2019
Larger than life! A one of a kind great guy. I will sincerely miss my friend.
Darrel Gordon
May 7, 2019
I will miss my friend John. He always had a smile, a joke, offered encouragement and truly was a friend to many
Jeffrey Williams
May 6, 2019
John you were the best boss I had ever worked for.you gave me a job at 32 with very little education. I will always be grateful.. You can now rest. My friend.
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