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John Sawchuk Obituary
John Robert Sawchuk - 86 Died peacefully on November 1 at home with his family by his side. Beloved husband for 62 years of Carol (nee Figiel). Loving father of Daniel (Julie), Michael (Bridget), Johnny, and Lori (Ryan) Mannion. Adored grandfather of Robert (Michelle), Rebecca (Sean), Jessica, Daniel, Caley, Emma, Liam, Harper, Brayden, and Charlie. 'JoJo' to great granddaughter Madelyn. Fond brother-in-law to Barbara and John Golabek, and William and Christine Figiel. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Brother of the late Mary (Bud) Nowik. John enjoyed his family, friends, the casino, and bowling. No services are planned at this time. A celebration of his life will be held in the future. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association
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Paul Peterson (Naperville, IL)
July 29, 2023
John and Carol were good friends with my parents, Bruce and Sharon, for many years. Sadly, my father Bruce passed away in December 2020, a short time after John. Hopefully, they are now both reminiscing together about old times.
Wishing you condolences in your loss and many years of peaceful and comforting memories.
Bob /Carol Treder
November 8, 2020
John and his loving wife Carol spent many hours together at Casinos in Ill. and Wisc. He was a man who smiled all the time and was pleasant to be with. He helped many people with Heating equipment and will be missed. Sorry for your loss and stay healthy.
Sam Giovenco
November 7, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss,....I have no words...it won't be the same when I come over
Louis Swetz
November 7, 2020
Worked with him in 50s at PGL. He was one of the good guys.
Monica Deak Brunell
November 5, 2020
Mr. Sawchuk was one of the best! I had a lot of good times at the Sawchuk house with Lori and her mom and dad - perhaps my favorite memories were those when I was invited to go camping at Jellystone with them. We had so much fun and I was always treated so well by them.
When I got older and bought a house of my own just around the block from the Sawchuks, I remember Mr. and Mrs Sawchuk frequently took evening walks and they always stopped to talk with us. My kids remember seeing him at church, too. Wonderful memories of a really wonderful guy!! May he rest in peace.
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