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John Popovich Obituary

Popovich, John D. 60, beloved brother of Antonette "Toni" (Mike) Monahan; loving son of the late Nick and Ljeposava "Sophie" Popovich; also survived by many more family and friends, both here and in Livno, Bosnia. Funeral Saturday 10:45 a.m. from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn to St. John Fisher Church. Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Friday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. John was a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago, an expert chess player. He volunteered at Little Company of Mary Hospital and the Salvation Army. He was devoted to and supported the Sisters of St. Joseph and he read and studied his Bible daily. Info. 708-636-1193 or visit www.blakelamboaklawn.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 30, 2014.

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Dan Vasto

December 17, 2016

John was as sweet a friend as anyone could imagine. I will never forget all the nice things he did and how he stood by me as my friend always.

Jerry Marmozewicz

February 23, 2015

Remember John as a funny and intelligent member of the class of 71

Bonnie Lampiris-Noga

February 8, 2014

Dear Toni and family, I am so sorry for your lose. Johnny was such a sweet guy. Your Mom and Dad were always so proud of you two. May Johnny rest in Peace. I know he is, as he is with your wonderful Mom and Dad. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jerry Marmozewicz

February 2, 2014

Remember having breakfast with John just about every morning when the "snack bar" opened at EPCHS!

Ken Hammond

February 1, 2014

Toni & Mike,
My deepest sympathy on John's death.

February 1, 2014

My deepest sympathy. John was a very very nice guy.

Former classmate from EPCHS Class of 71
Lori Glad VanderVelde

Mike Armstrong

January 31, 2014

May John rest in peace, He was a Classmate in High School, and We shall all miss him.

Cynthia Stephens

January 30, 2014

With Sincere deepest sympathy to the Popovich family. John was a loving caring gentle man and will be missed greatly by all his friends and Tinley Court Family. May he rest in peace. God Bless,

Finola O'Neill

January 30, 2014

With Sincere Sympathy, may John rest in peace.

Kathy Bowman

January 29, 2014

I am sorry about your loss and I like to express my deepest sympathy.

Kathy Bowman

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