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John Jeske Obituary


Jeske D.D.S., Dr. John F. 81, of Hinsdale, formerly of Riverside, beloved husband of Sally (nee Damore), loving father of Susan and John D. Jeske, dear brother of Frank (the late Jean) Jeske and the late Loretta (the late Jack) McKendry. Veteran WWII, 100th Infantry, 10th division, awarded two purple hearts and a bronze star. Dr. Jeske had a dental practice for 41 years in Brookfield. He was a former President of the Riverdale Golf Club. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 8 p.m., at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 7750 W. Cermak Rd. (corner of Cermak & DesPlaines), Forest Park. Prayers Friday, 9:30 a.m., from the funeral home going to St. Mary Catholic Church, Riverside, for a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. Info: 708-442-8500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 13, 2007.

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Thomas Svatos

March 1, 2022

A very fine dentist to my sister Veronica and myself during our youth.

Karen & Mike Goins

September 16, 2007

Sally, Sue and Johnny,

Our hearts and prayers are with you as we mourn the loss of this wonderful man whom we have been blessed to know. Sorry we are not there in person to participate in this special time of honoring his life. We are there in spirit and love you very much.

Pat Murawski

September 13, 2007

Dear Sally, Susan and John, Our deepest sympathy to all of you in the death of John...my family has many good memories of Dr. Jeske and how special he was and you are to all of us. Love, Patty, Julie, Sue, Steve and Joanna

Frank Holecek

September 13, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to Sally and the family. John was truly a fine gentleman and a tribute to his profession.
Frank and Charlene Holecek

Eileen Curry

September 13, 2007

Sue,
You know all the Cibula's are here for you.
Our Prayers are with you and your family. .
Peggy even prayed for your family last night.
Love,
Eileen, Ken and Peggy Curry

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