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John Whittle Obituary

Whittle, John C. Passed away within the Hospice of the Valley in Phoenix, AZ on Thursday, April 14, 2011 surrounded by his children. Born June 11, 1938. He is survived by children Joleen (Dan) Farnesi of Homer Glen, Julie Dougherty of Lansing, John Whittle Jr. of Lansing and Jennifer Whittle of Florida. He is also survived by his partner of Phoenix, AZ Alice Forrester and mother of his children, Eileen (Quinlan) Whittle; brothers Bobby Dale Strauch of Phoenix, AZ and Gerald Strauch of Hebron, IN.; wonderful nephew Ron (Veronica) Whittle Jr., Connie Embry, Donna (Danny) Brozowski, Michael (Jodi) Whittle, Kathy Gibbons, Selly Strauch, Katie Strauch, grandfather to 12 and great uncle to many. John served in the Air Force from 1955 to 1959. He also made many friends in Phoenix and was always there to lend a helping hand, advice, a shoulder to cry on and anything else that someone asked or needed from him. He had a wonderful support group in Phoenix were he made many friends over the years. He loved to pan for gold out west and travel to Laughlin to gamble a little bit. He also loved his "roundup" trips. He will be greatly missed by the Phoenix group of friends, as well as family here back home in the Chicago area. He was nicknamed "Chicago John". Everyone knew him by that name. Memorial service to be held at a later date at his daughter's home in Homer Glen.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 19 to Apr. 20, 2011.

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June 23, 2011

May God give you comfort and peace by means of prayer (philipians 4:6,7). My deepest sympathy

Ramona Pharr

June 11, 2011

The Family of Whittle, My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time.I would like to provide you with a positive scriptural thought found at Hosea 13:14, May you find comfort in knowing that GOD has the power to redeem loves even from the grave.

June 8, 2011

So sorry for the loss of Johnny. Please contact me, my family knew the 3 boys many years ago, maybe someone remembers the Sanders family. I have some photos you might like to see. [email protected]. Carol (Sanders) Van Arkel

WL Stahmer

June 2, 2011

My condolences to the Whittle Family for the loss of your dad.

May 30, 2011

To the Whittle family, may the god of all comfort be with the family.

May 16, 2011

"Your family has my condolences. (Isa.25:8) Monique, Atlanta"

May 14, 2011

To the family and friends of John, may the god of all comfort be wtih you.

May 13, 2011

john so sorry to hear about your father. ron jazo

Michael

April 30, 2011

My sympathy to the Whittle family. Always remember, close families draw closer in times of sorrow. Continue to "clothe yourselves with love, for it is a perfect bond of union." (Colossians 3:14)

Yvonne Owens

April 22, 2011

My condolences to Alice and the Whittle family. John was an awesome person with a good heart. He could always make me laugh and I was always grateful for his help when I had problems with something at home and he would stop by to help fix things. I had not seen him now for several years but he will be remembered as a special person as he was always very kind to Jacob and myself. My prayers are with you and all the family.

Debbie Sandlin

April 21, 2011

Ron and Donna, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Jim and Pat Marren

April 21, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Theresa McDonagh

April 21, 2011

Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time,

Mary Ellen Bevacqua

April 21, 2011

My sympathy and prayers to the family and Alice in your time of sorrow. John will be deeply missed. Sincerly, Mary Ellen

Jerry and Ann Strauch

April 20, 2011

to all the little Whittles, your dad, uncle and my brother is in the best hands he's ever been in. We cried, laughed and grew alot togather in AZ. LOVE YOU ALL- uncle Jer. Thanks Bro

April 20, 2011

To our extended family The Whittles,We are so sorry for your loss.May your father rest in peace.We all know that your Dad was very grateful to have all his children with him during this trying time in his life.Ourhearts go out to you all.Love Vic,Kim and Jessica Maurer

Jim Moses

April 20, 2011

To the Whittle Family im sorry for your loss,John was a great guy and a great cousin.Only got to see you about once a year but enjoyed the time and talks with you at uncle George,s house.May you rest in peace......Jim and Diane Moses.

Dar Kwiatkowski

April 20, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. I hope the many happy memories you have will help carry you through this tough time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

April 20, 2011

To the Whittle Family,

I am sorry for the loss of your dad. I know he was loved by all of you.

Alice Capriglione-Rzeszutko

Melissa Mathis

April 20, 2011

JD, I am sorry for your loss. I am glad that you were able to spend time with your dad before he passed away.

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