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John DeRosa Obituary

DeRosa, John Anthony 78, passed away in Knoxville, TN on Sunday January 16, 2011, formerly of Chicago. He was the owner of Three J's Janitorial Business for over 30 years. John was an avid Italian Soccer fan and after witnessing World War II first hand growing up in Italy, he was a WWII enthusiast and historian. After the war, at the age of 20, John migrated on his own, from Italy to the United States. Preceded in death by son, John A. DeRosa Jr.; sister, Josephine DeRosa. Survived by his wife, Mary DeRosa; son, Joseph A. DeRosa; daughter in laws, Karen R. DeRosa and Gena Poulos; grandchildren, Joseph A. DeRosa Jr. and Sophia R. DeRosa; sisters, Marianna DeRosa and Clementina DeRosa. Chapel service Saturday, 11:15 a.m. at the WOLNIAK FUNERAL HOME 5700 S. Pulaski Rd. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. 773-767-4500 or www.wolniakfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 20, 2011.

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Richard Strama

January 21, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss. Joey was my best friend growing up and Mr. DeRosa was like a father to me.

Matt Grubbs

January 21, 2011

Mary, Joe and Family,

We were so sorry to hear about John's passing. I will definitely miss our backyard conversations, but I know he is in a better place now. Please dont hesitate to ask if you need anything! We're just across the fence.

Gena Poulos

January 21, 2011

MaDeRosa
Take comfort in knowing that you now have another special guardian angel to watch over you. Pops DeRosa was a very special and wonderful man, I have fond memories that I will cherish always. I Love all of you and I am so glad to still be a part of your life.
Gena

JOSEPHINE MURPHY

January 20, 2011

DEAR MARY AND FAMILY:
MY HEART IS BROKEN, WE BOTH LOST OUR LOVED ONES WITHIN DAYS OF EACH OTHER. THEY ARE NOW AT PEACE AND LIVING IN ETERNAL LIFE, PAIN FREE AND WITH THE REST OF OUR LOVED ONES THAT PRECEEDED THEM. OUR JOHN WAS ALWAYS RIGHT BEHIND MOM IN LIFE, HE GAVE HER THAT FINAL BOOST UPWARD AND THEN FOLLOWED BEHIND HER. HEAVEN HAS GAINED TWO MORE ANGELS.
LOVE YOU
JOSIE MURPHY

Jose Rivera

January 19, 2011

I am deeply saddened by your loss. Please accept my condodlences. Two words come to mind when I think of Mr DeRosa, kind and caring, a wonderful man that I had the pleasure of knowing for almost 10 years as a neighbor and friend, I will miss him dearly and hope to one day see him again in heaven.God bless you my friend and may he always shine his light of love and compassion upon you and your loved ones.

Stephanie White-Johnson

January 19, 2011

I am deeply saddened by your loss. Please accept my condolences. John was such a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. I have so many fond memories of him at our Christmas' get togethers at Mamaw & Papaw White's.

Someone told me this quote when Dad passed away & I would like to pass it on to you... "Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy." Every time that I look at the sky at night I think of this quote, I know that it's all of my family members looking down at me to let me know they are happy.

Don't hesitate to get in touch if there is anything I can do for you during this difficult time. We love you all! Stephanie, Mike & Kids

Stacy Madar

January 18, 2011

May our thoughts and prayers be with you and your family.

January 18, 2011

Dear Uncle Johnny, may you rest in peace. I have very fond memories of all the fun and laughter our families shared. You have been missed for many years. I hope you will find our Dad and Johnny in heaven and continue that laughter we all enjoyed. Love, Patsy Panico Dobkowski

January 18, 2011

Dear Uncle Johnny, may you rest in peace. I have so many wonderful memories of our family get-togethers. We always had so many laughs when you were around. You have been missed for so many years. I hope you will continue your stories and your laughs with our Dad and your Johnny in heaven. Love, Patsy Panico Dobkowski

Rose Panico-Marino

January 18, 2011

Dear Aunt Mary and family:
Our love and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I know that Uncle Johnny is in a better place, probably telling jokes and making the angles and saints laugh. Growing up, I always remember his joking and laughing with us. He brought so much sunshine into our lives. He will always be in our hearts.
Love and hugs, Rose Panico-Marino, and Nancy Panico

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