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He was born on October 28, 1934 in Morris, IL to Francis H. and Esther J. (nee Nelson) Thygesen. He grew up in the Gardner area and graduated from Gardner South Wilmington High School. He served his country honorably in the United States Army. Jack was a carpenter by trade, building homes with his father in Gardner before joining the Union Trades. He worked for many years with the Narvick Brothers in Morris.
Jack enjoyed fishing, especially at Heidecke Lake with his longtime friend, Lee Gunderson. He was a talented wood carver particularly with small sculptures such as birds. Jack was happy to spend his winters in Port Richie, FL. Jack was very good friends with Bill W. for over 45 years .
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Paula and Mark Ferguson of New Lenox and one granddaughter, Madalyn Ferguson.
Cremation rites will be accorded.
A private family service will be at a later date at Braceville Gardner Cemetery.
Family and friends are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www.ferrarifuneral.com
Ferrari Funeral Services of Coal City are entrusted with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Robert Ewert
July 22, 2025
Jack was instrumental in saving my job-my family-and my sanity. I suffered from a terrible addiction and Jack took a personal interest in me-others also-and he helped straighten me out. I will always be grateful to Jack and all the friends of Bill Wilson. RIP Jack and thank you for introducing me to a quality life.
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