John Michael Demko

John Michael Demko, age 40, passed on October 19, 2024 at his home in Seattle,
Washington. Born to John and Elizabeth Demko in Springfield, Missouri, John always
had a knack for making people smile. During his high school graduation he even
announced that he was going to Harvard Medical School, a joke the family still
reminisces about to this day. In addition to uplifting the spirits of others, John was a
phenomenal painter and truly enjoyed the company of animals. His beloved pets Bandit
(dog) and Biscuit (cat) were just a couple of his favorites. Football was another favorite
of John's. Being a true fan, he rarely missed a chance to watch his Chicago Bears play.
John is preceded in death by his grandmother, Barbara Hauge (05-12-2012); his
grandfather, John Demko (08-03-2008); his grandmother, Helen Demko (02-03-2009);
and his uncle, David Krzywicki (05-30-2012).
John is survived by his partner, Amber McLean; his parents, John and Elizabeth
Demko; his sister, Ashley Demko; his grandparents, Oren and Wanda Hauge; his uncle,
Lee Hauge; his uncle, Eirik Hauge and family; his mother-in-law, Linda McLean and
family; his aunt, Pat Krzywicki and family; as well as the Kiesser family.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services