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John Seleb Obituary

Seleb Sr., John M.

John M. Seleb Sr. 67, of Palos Heights, died on December 17th, in the company of his wife and children. John was a proud alumnus of DePaul University and was a Graduate of the Kellstadt Graduate School with a Masters in Finance. Mr. Seleb was a CPA and worked over 40 years in the accounting sector. John was a proud contributor to the St Vincent Depaul Society, and a long-time parishioner of Incarnation Catholic Church, where he worshiped for over 35 years. John is survived by his wife Laurie (Lovejoy), his son John and wife Gina, Daughter Samantha Fisher (Seleb) and Husband Rich Fisher. His pride, his only Grandson Richie Fisher. Sister Joyce Golobic and Brother Steve, and their children and grandchildren. A memorial service is slated for 7/28/2021, details via social media. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St.Jude Children's Hospital in John's name.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 18, 2020.

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Bill Evans

December 20, 2020

Our thoughts and condolences on a great loss . I went to grammar school with John and always thought of him as a great person. My prayers to his family.
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Patty Cekis

December 19, 2020

Laurie , this is heartbreaking so sorry to hear about John. He was a saint , just putting up with us.....

Ted Stalnos

December 19, 2020

To Joyce, Marty and the rest of John's family.
May the Good Lord grant you strength at this difficult time

Gregg J. Seleb

December 19, 2020

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Jerry and Sue Odwyer

December 19, 2020

Jerry and I are both so sorry for your beloved loss. We will pray for all of you in this saddened time.

Bob Linekin

December 18, 2020

My wife, Melodie, and I offer our deepest sympathies and most heartfelt condolences to the entire Seleb family.

Margaret Fisher

December 18, 2020

Laurie, and family ,John was a very sweet and caring man of great courage.
His Love for his family ran deep into his heart . John, enjoy your well earned peace . You will always be in our hearts and minds. Never to be forgotten. ❤

Phyllis Woods

December 17, 2020

To Laurie my childhood friend, I’m sorry to hear of your husband passing. To the entire Seleb family I send sincere condolences.

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