John F. "Jack" Donohue
John F. "Jack" Donohue
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United States Marine Corps Veteran.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 30, 1935, Jack served in the United States Marine Corps and then graduated from DePaul University with a degree in Business. Jack married Peg (nee Margaret Doyle} in 1960, and they raised a family together in Park Forest.
Jack worked over 40 years as a respected advertising executive, most recently at BBDO, and was known for his dedication to his clients and community. Jack and Peg moved to Fennville, Michigan, later in life, and loved spending time with family and friends at their home on Hutchins Lake.
Jack is survived by his wife Peg, daughter Karen Ercole (Steve), son John (Anne), son Paul (Susan), daughter Susan Davies (Robert), and five grandchildren Danielle, Steven, Hannah, Sarah, and Drew.
Jack will be fondly remembered for being a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed making people laugh, feel loved, and spending time with family at White Sox games.
Visitation Thursday 9:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at the Robert J. Sheehy & Son's Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL.
Interment private at Abraham Lincoln Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in Jack's name 150 N. Michigan Ave #600, Chicago, IL. 60601
Please leave a memory for the family on John's Tribute Wall; your stories will bring comfort to his family. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878
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Gina Menza
May 1, 2025
There are so many great memories that I have that include the Donohue Family. Mr. Donohue (Jack) always making Karen and I laugh-I always thought he would be on a talk show making people laugh. Mrs. Donohue (Peg), Karen, John, Paul and Susie- he is now in Heaven with my Dad Big Anthony and my Mom Little Connie-I can hear them now talking about DeLasalle High School. Love prayers and of course hugs to you all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Gina (Menza), Tim, Jackson & Samantha Waters
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Tom Bass
April 30, 2025
My best to the Donahue family. While Jack (Mr. Donahue) will be missed forever for so many reasons, that´s all a testament to his long life well lived. My parents were friends of Jack and Peg (Mr. And Mrs. Donahue) from Park Forest and the Donahue´s, like my folks, later also bought a lake house on Hutchins Lake in Fennville, Michigan. Mr. Donahue always had that sparkle, easy laugh, great humor, and always made you feel special when you were with him. What a gift. I always thought Mr and Mrs. Donahue were cool, accomplished, warm, interested, and interesting. Was never around them for very long or very much, but I always enjoyed being in their presence. They were very kind to come up to Wisconsin for my dad´s funeral service in August of 2022. Was so nice to see them and I am forever grateful for knowing both of them. Thanks for making the world shine brighter forever and enjoy your next chapter Mr. Donahue. You were special in this one.
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