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Waitkus M.D., John P. age 91, U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, beloved husband of Shirley (nee Underwood), devoted father of Susan (Craig) Westcott, Teresa Waitkus, and John T. Waitkus, loving grandfather of Serena Grace, dear uncle of Dona, great-uncle of Tiffany, and great-great-uncle of Amber Rose. 55 years of service with Holy Cross Hospital. Visitation Thursday, 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W), Palos Hills. Funeral Friday, 8:45 a.m. from the funeral home to St. Walter Church, 118th and Western Ave., Chicago, for 10:00 a.m. Mass. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made directly to the Waitkus family where they will be distributed between organizations such as the Macular Degeneration Foundation and the like. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410 
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Memories and Condolences
for John Waitkus
Gordon
December 17, 2023
Dr Waitkus Worked With My Grandfather Dr Frank J Nowak They Worked Side By Side at Holy Cross Hospital My Family and The Waitkus's Were Really Good Friends I Am Sorry For Your Loss.
November 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you this day.
Pearl and Roger Northcott
Anita Honn
November 13, 2009
Thinking of your family at this time. Mom (Eileen) always enjoyed it when you and Doc came down to the Coral Lounge, especially when the kids were little. We really enjoyed reading about Frank in the Gilman Star. I saw Rusty Wagner the other day. He started playing at the Lounge when he was 15. He plays at a theater in Watseka every Friday night now.
So Sorry for your loss.
The Eileen & Boob Goller Family
Jim & Neetsie Honn
Michael Mizen
November 9, 2009
Dr. John was a great friend to my father and family. Dad respected his talent and caring.
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Tom Mizen MD
November 5, 2009
Offering condolences at your loss. He worked with my father many years at Holy Cross.
David Gaidas and Family
November 5, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
November 4, 2009
Shirley & family -
We wanted you to know that you have our sincere sympathies. We will always remember him being a fun guy. He always had a smile or something funny to say. I think of him often when I look out the window at the ponds. He always seemed to enjoy it when you were down here. Our love & prayers - Dan, Tracy, Kent & Hayden Carmichael, Brooke & Jordan Grant
Robert Braun
November 4, 2009
My sympathy to the Waitkus family. I worked with your Dad in surgery
at Holy Cross for many years. Dr John was a excelent surgeon and
a kind and gentle man. May he rest in peace.
Marcy-Ted Bruck
November 4, 2009
So sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that there was no lingering illness involved.....I know he will be missed by all that knew him....
Marcy and Ted Bruck.....Hinsdale
Shirley & Dawn Tuffanelli
November 4, 2009
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Erika & Edmund Brooks
November 4, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the family of an amazing physician, John Waitkus, compassionate husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle. "Doc" influenced the lives of many, including ours. Sincerely yours, Erika and Edmund Brooks and family
Roman Kozyckyj
November 4, 2009
To the family of Dr. Waitkus - Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of Dr. John. He was a fine doctor and always had a smile. May God bless all of you. Sincerely, Dr. Roman O. Kozyckyj and Tess, Sandy & Susan.
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