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John Trippi Obituary
John Paul Trippi, Sr., 94, of Morton Grove, founder of Midwest Can Company and Container Specialties, beloved husband of the late Priscilla; loving father of Alan, Kenny, Janet (Ralph) Johnson, Gail, Nancy (Jim) Glogovsky, and the late John Jr.; dear grandfather of Jimmy (Nikole), Danny, Gary (Melissa), Brian (Dani), Jennifer, Jaclyn, Sara, Kevin, Jeffrey, Alyssa, John III, and Tylyne; cherished great grandfather of Jayce, Camden, Leah, Olivia, Makayla, and Anthony; fond uncle of Marykay Gontarz and many other nieces and nephews. Funeral from Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL Saturday 9:30 a.m. to St. Martha Church 8523 Georgiana Ave. Morton Grove, IL. Mass at 10:00 a.m. Entombment All Saints Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the church appreciated. Sign online guest book at www.simkinsfh.com. (847) 965-2500
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Alex Contreras.
January 1, 2024
Dear Mr. Trippi as your former Driver and employee,I Will never forget, the good jokes, the great times and funny conversations, we had, while we were riding, all over the City and suburbs, and of course those delicious slurpees from Wendy's, that you used to love so much, take care of yourself, Sr.
Robert Salzwedel
May 30, 2021
God bless JOHN he surly will be welcomed into the Kingdom of our Lord and Savior. Peace be with all his family..he is at peace too. Janet and Ralph I´m thinking of your loss, I´ve never have forgotten the good time being there with your Clan.
Catherine & Mark Hunter
May 27, 2021
Nancy and Jim, Alyssa and Jeffrey ,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your father/grandfather. We are so aware of how strong and devoted your father/grandfather was to your family as well to his wife and children.
Our prayers are for you and your extended family as you say goodbye to your dad/grandpa. He left an incredible legacy for all of you to hold brightly in your memories as well as in your hearts! Love, Catherine and Mark Hunter
Simkins Funeral Home
May 26, 2021
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