John Cullerton Obituary

I made a number of great friends while working at Hilton Hotels but none more enduring than Jack Cullerton. I can remember a time when he didn't go out of his way to say hello. We last broke bread together this past spring at a place called LeTub. One can only imaging what a place with such a name could be. Its just that, lots of old bath tubs and toilets all over the place used as planters. But it is on the intercoastal with a great view. When we arrived Jack held out his hand to stop me, looked around then said, "where in hell have you brought me?" I will surely miss this good friend.

My sincere condolences to the family of Jack Cullerton.

Jack was one of the first executives that I met when I joined the Hilton family in Phoenix, Arizona.

I was inspired by Jack, a distinquished man, always with a smile, hug and a kiss.

He will be missed by many.



Toni Koza

JACK AND I WORKED TOGETHER FOR MANY

YEARS AT HILTON AND HE WAS A JOY TO WORK WITH. HE COULD CHANGE A LABOR CRISIS INTO A FRIENDLY GET TOGETHER

WITH HIS WIT AND EMPATHY ... HE WILL

BE MISSED BY ALL OF US THAT KNEW HIM

As our Director of International Affairs, I attended many meetings with Jack over the last twenty or so years.



He was respected and admired by the International Labour Movement and did our union proud.



I have lost a good friend and pal and will truly miss him.

"A True Gentleman" is an under-statement. I have never known anyone who was as positive minded, helpful and considerate as Jack. Always asked how you were, and always spoke well of others. He will be missed.

Jack was probably the most increbible individual I've ever known. An inspiration, certainly, for hundreds if not thousands of people. His enthusiasm and energy seemed to ignite every arena he entered. An individual about whom you can say, without doubt, that he left the world a better place than he found it.

My sincere condolences to the family of Jack Cullerton. May Jack be remembered as the most dignified and compassionate friend anyone could have. I will miss Jack and his ongoing friendship and encouragement.

I have never known a finer gentleman than Jack. Or a better friend. His loyalty had no bounds, and Barron Hilton and Hilton Hotels Corporation owe him and his memory the greatest gratitude. The world was a richer place for his being among us.

You're fortunate to have one real friend in life and truly blessed to have a complete role model. Jack was my vision of perfection he will be more than missed. Kevin Deverich, Los Angeles,11/29/01

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family of Jack Cullerton.



When he came into the office he would stop by my desk, give me a kiss and ask how I was doing, that was the kind of man he was.



It was a pleasure working with him. I will sorely miss him.

I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Cullerton. I'm sure he was as wonderful and kind a father, grandfather, etc. as he was to everyone he came in contact with. I will greatly miss his advice and compassion that he imparted everytime we met. He never came into the office without saying hello, expressing concern for your welfare and bestowing upon you that brilliant smile.



He will always remain in my heart and I will always recall his wisdom when it's needed. God Bless.

I had the pleasure of working with Jack briefly and it is true that he was a true gentleman. As a negotiatiator he has smooth but very tough but I enjoyed being "on the other side" of the table with him. I was saddened to hear he was in the hospital but am happy that he touched my life with his kind and warmth. I will miss him.

Carmen Carrera

Jack was a treasure by any measure. He was bright and articulate, always smiling and supportive, a valued advisor and caring friend to many.

During his many years with Hilton, he was one of the company's most respected and admired executives.He was the best and we shall sorely miss this true friend.

My condolences to the Cullerton family. Although I didn't know Mr. Cullerton that well, his son Jeff (Mouse), and I were close high school friends.



Don Fochs

I am sending my condolences to the family of Jack Cullerton.

He was a very sincere friend and will be sadly missed by myself and everyone. He was an Angel on Earth and will now an Angel in Heaven. May he rest in Peace.

I rarely ever remember dates, but I will never forget the late October morning I met Jack . It's a story that I will write someday, but not today. The loss is huge now and I would say that I am disconnected, but Jack would look at me with that smile that helped me breathe right from my heart and say, "Milicent you are not disconnected, you are poised. Now go home and look that up." Anyone that knew him will be poised for a time.

Jack was a man with a heart of gold and a diamond soul. He lit up the room with his forever smile. God must have missed him and wanted him back.

How do you say good-bye to a friend who meant the world to you?

Anyone who met him, I'm sure felt the way I do.

He filled any room with sunshine the minute he walked in.

To lose a man so special, seems like it should be a sin.

But in our hearts we know, God's only changed his home.

Jack's now our guardian angel, we will never be alone.

Because once you've had the pleasure of calling him your friend.

No time, no place or even death will ever make that end.

Jack Cullerton was one of the finest men I have ever known or will ever know. I am privileged to have been among his many friends. He was beloved in this city. I will always remember him for his warmth, grace, humor and intellect. We are poorer for having lost him, but richer for having known him.

To a man who defined the word "gentleman", I will miss you dearly. Our times together for over half a century will never be forgotten.

"After all, to the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure." -Professor Dumbledore, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

We'll miss you, but trust you'll be enjoying the next adventure.

I am proud that I can say that Jack was my mentor and my friend. I am sorry that I can no longer call him to hear his cheerful and kind thoughts or advice.

He loved life - his family - his friends and made me a better person by sharing his grace, dignity and zest for life. He is a true gentlemen and scholar! I loved him and will miss him dearly.



Sheila O'Keefe

Hilton Hotels (1976 - 1999)

May the Irish hills caress you.

May her lakes and rivers bless you.

May the luck of the Irish enfold you.

May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you.