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John Mengel Obituary
Mengel, John age 81, of Chicago, IL, formerly of Winnetka, IL, passed away at his home on August 12, 2007. A retired executive of ITT Harper and subsequently the founder of Chicago Data Destruction Corporation; Loving father of Nancy (Wyllys) Baird and John (Ladd) Mengel; loving "Papa" of Jack and Charlie. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to P.A.W.S. Chicago, 1110 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 or American Cancer Society, 820 Davis Street, Suite 400, Evanston, IL, 60201, would be appreciated. A celebration of his life will be held at The Racquet Club, Chicago, IL, 60610, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 12th. Info: www.donnellanfuneral.com 847-675-1990. 
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Cynthia Archer
September 7, 2007
Dear Nancy and John:
I am so sorry to learn of your Dad's death. I have wonderful memories of your Dad. Searching for that elusive famous steak restaurant in Boston (remember Nance?), time spent in Winnetka and in Wisconsin. He was always great fun- smart, funny and a perfect Dad.
I know how much you will miss him.
Love, Cindy
Marianne Silver
August 27, 2007
John, Ladd, Jack & Charlie:
Our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jeff & Marianne Silver & Family
Tim Feldman
August 26, 2007
John / Nancy -
A toast, if you will permit me, to Jack Mengel ... a man's man, a loving father, a great friend and adviser (especially to his own children which is no small feat), an entrepreneur and a risk-taker, yet a guy who celebrated life's simple pleasures most. I am so glad I knew him and, though I didn't see him often, I am deeply saddened to know that I might not just run in to him next time I visit Chicago.
My thoughts are with you both-
Tim
Virginia Edwards
August 20, 2007
Nancy and John
I have so many fond memories of your Dad, a very special and giving friend. We will all miss him.
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Judy Osborn
August 19, 2007
Nancy and John,
Since I am so computer illiterate, I am not sure the first entry made it to the guest book, so my apologies if this is redundant. I was reading the Chicago Tribune today and as I ALWAYS read the obits, I was saddened to read of your dad's death. What a great guy he was. I have many wonderful, funny and cherished memories of him. He was a class act, number 1 guy. His sense of humor, wit and wisdom will always remain in my heart. My deepest sympathy to you and your families.
Judy Osborn
August 19, 2007
John and Nancy,
I was finishing the email info and of course screwed it up,
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