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John Neesen Obituary

Neesen, John A. Age 82, of Oak Forest, Veteran of the United States Army National Guard, passed away on March 4, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Rose Mary Neesen (nee Theel); loving father of Linda Neesen, Tina (Jerome) Kohn, Sherry (Michael) Banks and the late Jeffery and John, Jr., dearest grandfather of Julia Kohn and Johnny Banks. John was a retired mechanic from former Oak Forest Community Motors, member of Mechanics Union Local #701, former Oak Forest Volunteer Fire Fighter and member of Tilden Tech Alumni Association. Funeral Tuesday, March 13th at 10:00 a.m. at the McKenzie Funeral Home, 15618 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Forest, Illinois. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in John's name may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Visitation Monday, March 12th from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. For information 708-687-2990.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 11, 2018.

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Peter Renardo

April 23, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Please accept our condolences. Your neighbors Peter and Mariann Renardo

Peter Renardo

April 22, 2018

Linda, Tina and Sherry, I just learned of your father's death. I am so sorry. Please accept our condolences. Peter and Mariann Renardo

Liz Montgomeery

March 13, 2018

I am so sorry I was unable to attend your send off today. You were a very kind compassionate hardworking man. I enjoyed all of our discussions on woodworking during our many sessions together. As your Physical Therapist we had much time together. I know that you are now running around without any discomfort looking down at everyone and smiling. My prayers are with your family and your friends and all who Love you

Liz Montgomery

March 13, 2018

I am so sorry I was on able to attend your Send Off today. You were a man of many talents and compassion with lots of love in your heart for all your family and friends. Over our many visits , you are a trooper very hard worker. This is one physical therapist who was amazed at how much you were able to accomplish. I appreciated your sharing of your hobby of woodworking many discussions over woodworking. I know you are doing well now and running around without one ounce of pain My continued prayers are with your family and those who love you.

March 11, 2018

Dear Tina, Jerry and Neesen family,

We were very sorry to hear of your beloved father' illness and passing this week. Please accept our deepest sympathy and we will keep all of you in our prayers. God bless.

Andy and Marg Kohn

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15618 Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452

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15618 Cicero Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452

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