JOHN McCANN Obituary

McCann, John "Jack" F. Age 88 of Beecher, Illinois passed away on June 20th, 2015. Loving husband to Elizabeth "Betty" (nee Halford); beloved father to Michael (Vicki) McCann, Julie (Jerry) Ulaszek, Laura Mayer, Kathie (Bill) Sanders, Janet (Gino) Leoni, Wayne Hook and the late James Hook; cherished grandfather of 13; great-grandfather of 15; dear brother to Frank McCann. Jack was born and raised in Roseland, IL and served proudly in WWII in the U.S. Army. He shared his life between Illinois and Florida. Jack enjoyed outdoor activities from coaching Babe Ruth Baseball to running in the Chicago Marathon. At age 70, he still loved learning and attended Florida Southern College where he achieved his Bachelor of Arts Degree. Through his love of art he created many beautiful drawings. Jack was devoted to his wife (he was the love of her life) and family. He was a kind man, hardworking and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed by all who knew him. Arrangement entrusted to Beecher Funeral Home, 602 Dixie Highway, Beecher, Illinois. There will be a gathering of family and friends between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. with a Memorial Mass at 11:00 a.m. on June 30, 2015 at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 511 N. Conrad St., Peotone, IL 60468. 708-258-6917. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.