John Dwyer Obituary

I really didn´t get to know John well but what little time I did see and learn about him told me that he was honorable and lived a life of meaning.

So very sad to hear of John's passing. My father was Jim "Chick" Workman and my Dad and John were friends since they were kids growing up on the west side. They played football together at Fenwick and were in each others wedding, John and Kay came up to Michigan in 1982 to be at our wedding but the Bombers were there to see my parents and each other. One night before my Dad passed in 1983, John , my Dad and my grandfather stayed up to nearly the next morning telling me of stories of Dad and John in their teen years. He was a great guy and will certainly be missed.

My very best condolences to you Mary Lou on February 17,2024. Remembering you both in my prayers. Margot Sullivan

John Dwyer was an extraordinary person and gift to this world. I met John through the amazing Jados family and both have treated me like family since day one. I could be more grateful. When I first really connected with John I was in the middle of helping to organize a workers Union here in Chicago and John was so encouraging, he would ask for updates when I saw him, he was just always so supportive. John was a lot like my grandma, when he´d talk to you it was as if you were the only person in the world. John dedicated his life to serving others and at the end of the day that´s really the only life worth living. My favorite phrase of John´s is "if it´s going to be, it takes you and me". The world needs more John Dwyer's, and one of the beautiful things about someone starting their next journey is realizing their impact and starting to live a little more like that person did. Infinite love and gratitude to John Dwyer and Family.

John was a terrific fella. Got to know him through many activities at Ascension over the years. He had a very spiritual side to him and was always ready to lend a helping hand. He led a full life that touched many people, all for the better.

So sorry to learn of his passing. He was always friendly and optimistic and had a smile on his face. I will miss seeing that.

In loving memory of Uncle John Dwyer, a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Gracious, kind, funny, knowledgeable, a true Catholic, happy, engaging, street smart and not a bad athlete. This would describe my friend, John Dwyer. A man´s man! A mensch! Someone who I am truly going to miss. My condolences to his lovely bride. They were made for each other. Rest in Peace John.

May God reward John with eternal joy at the Banquet, and fill your whole family with grace and peace. Now you can talk with Clare & Francis - and a few thousand others in heaven!

John's was a life well lived; one that will truly be missed. Sending condolences with hope, peace and love to all family and loved ones.

John brought me Holy Communion;
He would call and say 'Jesus and
John are coming'
It was an honor to have known
John . RIP May Dougherty

John was a great guy. May the Angels and Saints lead his soul to Heaven.

John became the untitled Patriarch of our very large close-knit family, ministering to all of our needs as he saw them in his casual, nonchalant way. We were double first cousins. Our mothers were sisters and our fathers were brothers, and we grew up one big family, celebrating achievements, holidays and special occasions, and sharing our grief on the loss of close family and friends. We will all miss him dearly until we "see him down the road!

My deepest condolences to all of his family, especially Mary Lou, Steve, Mark and John. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

To the family of John Dwyer: as the eldest of Bob & Rita D’Onofrio’s 11 kids, we send our condolences to your entire family. Raised on 800 So Wesley, we all have great memories of your family. Your Dad was a faithful friend to my parents throughout their life & the last Bomber to visit & bring Communion to them! What a guy! He was wonderful. Our love to you all.
Mary Jo D’Onofrio White

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.