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John Oldham Obituary
Born: October 29, 1998 in Joliet, IL
Died: July 24, 2021 in Joliet, IL
John R. Oldham – Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side, at Amita St. Joseph Medical Center, Saturday, July 24, 2021. Age 22.
Survived by his parents Scott and Judy (Westlund) Oldham, his siblings Michael Oldham, Mary (Chad) Scott, Ann Oldham and Joseph Oldham. His nephews Brady and Jordan and niece Addison also survive.
Preceded in death by his grandparents.
John was a graduate of Joliet West High School 2017. John gave the ultimate gift of life by being a Gift of Hope Organ Donor.
The Oldham family would like to extend a sincere thank you to all of the staff at Amita St. Joseph Medical Center, especially the ICU for their compassion and care for John.
Memorial visitation will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory 2320 Black Road, Friday July 30, 2021 from 4 to 6 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials in John's name to the Love of Christ Ministries at www.theloveofchristministries.com or Gift of Hope Foundation will be appreciated.
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Christian Shepherd
August 8, 2021
I was a good friend of his at the Will County Adult Detention Facility. I am so sorry to hear that he passed on.
Camille Gallo Sumner
July 30, 2021
Scott, Judy and family. My sincere condolences on the passing of your dear son John. I cannot imagine the pain that your going through. I only know that he is in a better place and in peace.
Judy Manthei
July 29, 2021
Dear Oldham's, My deepest sympathy on John's death. Peace to the whole family. With Warm Aloha
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