Jemilo, John J. CPD., Age 89; Chicago native, of Independence Park; U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant; retired teacher, Chicago Police Department First Deputy, attorney, and professor, passed away peacefully at home November 15, 2019. After graduating from St. Rita High School and serving as Sergeant in the Marines, John joined and rose in the ranks of the Chicago Police Department. By day he served as District Commander, Director of Training, Chief of Patrol, and First Deputy. By night, he earned his teaching degree from Chicago Teachers College, his M.A. in Public Administration from Illinois Institute of Technology, and his J.D. from John Marshall Law School. In "retirement", John served as Executive Director of the Chicago Crime Commission and also taught at Loyola and DePaul. He was a lifelong runner, swimmer and lover of sunflowers. Beloved husband of 36 years to Candace Joyce Wayne; devoted father of Claudia (the late Roger) Peterson, John (Vicki Torres) Jemilo, Leahruth Jemilo, Stephanie Jemilo, and the late Kurt Jemilo; grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and mentor of many; son of the late John and Stella Jemilo. Memorial mass Thursday, November 21, 10:00 a.m. St. Viator, 4170 W. Addison St, Chicago, IL 60641. Shiva Friday, Nov. 22, from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the family residence. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made in his name to the Constitutional Rights Foundation, https://www.crf-usa.org/ or BUILD https://www.buildchicago.org/ or Southern Poverty Law Center, https://splc.org Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois, 773-281-5058 or www.cremation-society.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 17, 2019.

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Geri Sangirardi

November 20, 2019

Candace and daughters my heart is with you on this sad day. John will be well missed . Phil and John have a lot to catch up when John see him in heaven. Sending hugs and a lot of love to all of you. Love ❤ geri sangirardi.

Marty and Kathy Ello

November 19, 2019

Our deepest and most sincere sympathy for your family's loss. We wish you peace and consolation knowing that he is now at rest and free from suffering.

Charles Utz

November 18, 2019

My condolences to one of the best bosses on the Chicago Police Department. I enjoyed working for him. May he Rest in Peace.

Patty Bucaro

November 17, 2019

I'm so sorry for your loss John, Claudia and family. I have some fond memories of hanging out with your dad, he would take us with him while he ran. RIP Mr Jemilo.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

November 17, 2019

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. John will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 24 NOV, 11:00 a.m. at the FOP Hall on West Washington Boulevard. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

John Flood

November 17, 2019

Sue Feher

November 17, 2019

I read with great sadness that John has died. We had many fond memories of our joint working relationships. I was associated with the Circuit Cout, Juveniile Probation.

Stacy Peterson

November 16, 2019

Love you Grandpa!

November 16, 2019

An honorable man and a gracious host.
R.I.P.

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