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John J. Vrdolyak, age 89, Ret. Sgt. CPD, late of the East Side passed away on March 6, 2021. Survived by his loving brother Edward (Denise) Vrdolyak and many caring nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Peter and Matilda Vrdolyak, sisters: Mary Genevieve (Henry) Simmons and Matilda Vrdolyak and brothers: Joseph (Barbara), Peter (Geraldine) and Victor (Ruth) Vrdolyak. Veteran of U.S. Army. John retired as a Sergeant with the Chicago Police Department after many years of distinguished service. Visitation Friday, March 12, 2021. Directly at Sacred Heart Croatian Church, 2864 East 96th Street, Chicago from 9:30am until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11am. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Sacred Heart Church in John's name preferred. Arrangements entrusted to Elmwood Chapel, Chicago. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com
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Denise Vukadinovich Fagan
March 24, 2021
I only just learned about John´s passing and was deeply saddened. He was a sweet man and I loved having him as my Sgt. in Area Two. My heartfelt condolences to Ed, Denise and the rest of the Vrdolyak family. Memories Eternal.
Jack Byrne
March 16, 2021
I worked for John at Area Two Task Force in the early 70s. He was a great, down-to-earth police officer and a true friend. May God bless "Mugs" and his wonderful family all ways, always.
Angelo Babbo
March 13, 2021
John was a troop leader at s.s. PETER andPAUL 1949? ,great guy!!!!
Andrea Gonzalez
March 13, 2021
Dearest John, You were always the sweetest gentle man I ever knew. May you be reunited with your parents and siblings in heaven. RIP John and know you leave behind many who loved you in life.❤
John and Maureen Cannon
March 11, 2021
Our most sincere condolences and deepest sympathy. I had the great pleasure of sharing conversations with John at our American Legion meetings, post #627, Teddy Roosevelt. I always enjoyed seeing John as he spoke about his family, he appeared to take great joy in speaking about family. But it could have been the wine, which he also enjoyed a sip of.
Until we meet again sir, you have our admiration.
J.Cannon and family.
Rich bostrom
March 10, 2021
So sorry for your loss
Phil Hickey
March 10, 2021
May you RIP John, . It was a pleasure to know and work for John.
~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain
March 10, 2021
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. John will be remembered at the next Police Mass.
In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]
Lee Preston
March 10, 2021
My sincere condolences to Ed and all the Vrydolyak family.
Ricardo Huerta
March 10, 2021
My condolences to fellow legal counsel Eddie Sr. And the Vrdolyak family. Growing up in South Chicago and Hegewisch JOHNNY was a great public servant in the CPD. Sorry to hear he passed. Illinois State's Attorney Ricardo Mazzarino Huerta, LLB, RHU, USN Captain, Retired.
Michael Walter Hoke
March 10, 2021
John was a valued member of our American Legion post and a great fellow. Rest in Peace, John John.
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