John R. Christian

John R. Christian, age 65, a resident of Naperville, IL since 1998, formerly of River Forest and Forest Park, IL, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday, September 13, 2024, at Edward Hospital in Naperville. He was born on December 18, 1958, in Oak Park, IL.
Beloved father of Caitlin "Kate" (Kyle Snow) Christian of Aurora, IL, former spouse of Terri L. Christian of Plainfield, IL, devoted son of the late Francis "Frank" and Ruth (née Hoppe) Christian, dear brother of Christine Show, Barbara Christian, Robert Christian and Frank Christian, fond uncle of many, including the late Joseph Tringl and the late David (Mary Pat) Kissane, great-uncle and friend of many. John also will be dearly missed by Tito and Bandit, Kate and Kyle's dogs.
John grew up in River Forest, IL and was a 1976 graduate of Oak Park and River Forest High in Oak Park. He received a bachelor's degree in marketing from The University of Arizona in Tucson and worked for many years as a broker at The Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT).
John enjoyed playing cards with friends and family, watching movies, and loved Italian food and sweets.
John's family and close friends will be celebrating his life privately on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024.
Future inurnment: Crown Hill Cemetery, 700 West 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208, (317) 925-3800.
John was an avid animal lover, having owned many dogs throughout his lifetime. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to: One Tail at a Time (https://www.onetail.org/gifts-and-memorials/).
Arrangements by Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540.
For more information, please visit www.friedrich-jones.com or call (630) 355-0213.