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John Curtin Obituary

Curtin, John D. Special friend and loving husband of Mary (nee Leyden-Dammer); devoted father to the late Dehorah Susan, Cheryl Angone and John (Mary) Curtin; special dad of Rick, Vicki and Mike Dammer; grandpa to Brynne Graham, Nick and Ashley Angone, Jennifer, Daniel, Katie, John, Sarah, Joseph, Bridget and Maggie Curtin; cherished grandpa to Anna and Ally Dammer, Kayla, Connor and Andrew Eggert; wonderful brother to the late Father Cornelius ("Con", "Neill") SJ; Sister Margaret Ann, SSND, the late Eileen (the late Jim) Janousek, Sr. Joan Marie SSND, Lawrence (Judy) Curtin, Sister Susan SSND, Mike (Judy) Curtin, Dennis (the late Phyllis) Curtin and Margie (Tom) Healy; uncle and great-uncle to many wonderful nieces and nephews; trusted friend and confidant to many. Visitation Sunday 2:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Monday 9:15 a.m. from the Robert J Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W 151st Street, Orland Park, to St. George Parish, Mass 10:00 a.m. Member of I.B.E.W. Local 134. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. 708-857-7878 www.sheehyfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 19, 2013.

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Mary

January 14, 2024

Mr. Magoo, so very much is different, so much has changed. Life goes on, but love never dies ! . So much joy you must have. Your pain is gone, you are healed. I miss you always, yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Me

January 15, 2023

Johnny
It´s been 10 years of emptiness without you..your laughter, your smile, your humor the twinkle in your eyes.
We lost so much the day you left us, and heaven gained so much.

You´ll always be my special love.

Mary

January 13, 2022

I love you yesterday, today and tomorrow !
The world is not the same and will never be the same without you.

Kerri Curtin

January 13, 2021

How I miss you, Uncle John (aka: Poopsey). Your humor and sunny attitude were always so infectious. Thank you for being a wonderful Uncle and fine Human Being. Your legacy will always continue, because you're unforgettable. I miss and love you bunches!

Mary

January 13, 2021

I love and miss you dearly.

Mary Curtin

January 13, 2020

Wow John its 7 years since as you went home. I miss you dearly. Ill always hold dearly in my heat the love we shared. I love you dearly sweetheart!

December 23, 2013

Happy birthday ! You are celebrating today with your Momma & Dad ! Much love

Millie Dickover(Myers)

January 25, 2013

Dear Nora and family, my condolences to all the family. My prayers are with you.
Millie (Myers) and Bob Myers

Kerri Curtin

January 21, 2013

I'm sorry that I couldn't make it in person. My heart goes out to everyone who loved the Great John. He was so full of life and joy, and will be missed and always loved dearly. He is my favorite uncle (aka: Poopsey). I pray that God brings you all healing and peace during this difficult time.

January 21, 2013

My condolences to family and friends. May comfort be found in reading Ps 68:19,20.

Bill Gaynor

January 20, 2013

I will remember John's great smile; his playing golf with range balls; and his friendship. Thanks for the memories. Semper Fi.

DANIEL HURLEY

January 20, 2013

i still hear the laughter,I'll always be grateful for your presence in my life. It seemed eveything was funny ,except this.Now you ll really be in good hands.

January 20, 2013

I will remeber John's great smile, his use of golf balls with the racing stripes, and his friendship. Thanks for the memories. Semper Fi.

Bill G.

January 19, 2013

One of the brightest stars has gone to God. We will all be quoting John, and sharing John Stories, and laughing at John's humor for eternity. May God turn all his blessings on Mary and hold her tight through these hard days.
xoxo Ron and Dianna xoxo

January 19, 2013

To my left handed buddy. Rest in God's Peace,
Jeanne Long

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