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John Macinga Obituary
John George Macinga age 88, was welcomed home by our Lord on Monday, February 13, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Irene, his son Kenneth (Zoraida) Macinga of Texas and his daughter Carol Macinga. Preceded in death by his parents: George and Dorothy Macinga and sister, Kathleen Uzelac. John George Macinga was born March 8, 1928 to George and Dorthy Macinga in Gary, IN. He graduated from Froebel High School in 1947. He fulfilled a passion for music by playing saxophone in a local group specializing in big band dance music. John fell in love with Irene Ann Toth and they were married on August 19, 1950. He defended our country in the Korean War as a member of the United States Army, attaining the rank of Sargent. He served in the army through 1953. He followed his military career taking work at U.S. Steel where he supported his family until his retirement in 1985. John had the desire to run his own firm and operated a painting business. He also honed in on his woodworking skills, creating a multitude of projects and creations. Private funeral services will be held by the family. Interment Calumet Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Fund would be appreciated. www.calumetparkfuneral chapel.com
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Mary Kay Uzelac-Kurth
March 26, 2024
Uncle John,
You were so good to me, and I will remember you always. I remember with your sister, Red, showed up at your door on Halloween dressed as a soldier--you gave her candy, and she took the entire plate. You ran after her not knowing she was your sister. We were hiding in the yard and laughing so hard. Thank you always for what you did for me and all of the good times we shared.
Norma Ramirez
February 20, 2017
Ken, Zoe, Carol, and Mrs. Macinga,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Norma Ramirez
Ray Zimmerman
February 19, 2017
Ken, Zoe, Carol, Irene-
My deepest sympathies to you all. It was an absolute honor to have known your dad. I will always remember him as when I came to your house.
I will pray for his soul and for your family.
Leo & Marian Whitley
February 18, 2017
Ken & Zoe our deepest sympathy on your loss. May God bless you.
February 17, 2017
Dear Ken & Zoe. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your father John, reset in the bosom of the Lord. Elroy & Gail Tschirhart.
Art Ramirez
February 17, 2017
Ken & Zoe, please accept my families deepest condolences. May God grant you the peace and strength you need to get through this tough time.
May your father rest comfortably in peace.
Carol Macinga
February 17, 2017
Dad: What a great life he gave me! Forever, Carol
Ysau Flores
February 17, 2017
Brother Ken,
My heartfelt sympathy.
May God Bless your Dad in Heaven
Pat Whitley
February 17, 2017
Ken & Zoe: May God bless and protect you and your family. May Perpetual Light shine upon your father
always! May God Bless you at this time! Pat and Darlene Whitley
February 17, 2017
Ken and Zoe. Kathy and I send our condolences. So sorry for your loss. We are offering prayer for you and your family. With love and respect
Bill and Kathy Faucher
February 17, 2017
Dear Ken & Zoe, We will pray for John that he is now with our Lord in Heaven. May God now be with him always.
Nick & Pat Young
Adrian Reyes
February 17, 2017
So Sorry for your loss.
Greg & Diane Gordon
February 17, 2017
Irene my deepest condolences....I worked with you back in the Gary Natl/Gainer days at 8585...I know how close you and John were....may your memories help you through this difficult time....our prayers are with you and your family.
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