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Johnathan Fields Obituary

Fields, Johnathan B. age 19, passed away suddenly March 16, 2007. Formerly of Matteson, IL. Beautiful son of Jeffery Fields and Lynn Lidbury, cherished brother of Adam Carr and Joshua Adams, loving grandson of Mary Lidbury and Doug Johnson, and the late Donald Lidbury and the late Robert (the late Isabella) Fields, special nephew of Craig and Sandy Lidbury, a very special friend of Keara MacDermid, many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Resting at Hirsch Funeral Home, 3501 W. Lincoln Hwy (Rt. 30), Matteson, IL, where friends may call on Sunday, March 18, from 3 to 9 p.m. Lying in state Monday, March 19, at Deer Creek Christian Church, 425 Exchange St., University Park, IL. 60466 from 7 p.m. until the time of service at 8 p.m. Following the funeral service, cremation will take place at Hirsch's Park Crematory. In lieu of flowers, all memorials can be made to Oakwoods Center, 23500 Western Ave., Park Forest, IL. 60466. Info 708-748-8031 or 708-755-9014 or www.hirschfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 18, 2007.

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Gina I Menza

March 12, 2022

To All of Johnathan's family- This is still so hard to fathom, and my sincere condolences still so many years later. Johnathan was truly a decent, smart, kind young man who I had the pleasure of knowing. God Bless, many hugs and prayers to you all.

Ariana Baum

April 25, 2007

Jonathan was the most genuine person I have ever know, his death saddens me to no end. He was a great friend and he remains in my thoughts and memory. May your memories bring you comfort.

CHRISTINE FIELDS

April 17, 2007

JEFF AND LYNN, E ARE ALL VERY SORRY ABOUT JOHNATHAN. HE WAS A WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN AND NEPHEW. WE HAD A GREAT TIME WITH HIM WHEN WE CAME TOO CHICAGO. ASHLEY AND JOHNATHAN HAD A GREAT TIME OUT THERE. AT THE FAMILY REUNION HE HAD A REALLY GOOD TIME. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE BOTH OF YOU. IF YOU EVER NEED ANYTHING WE ARE RIGHT HERE ALWAYS. LOVE, AUNT CHRIS, UNCLE GARY AND ASHLEY

Deneen Wells-Sufnar

April 17, 2007

We are so sad for your loss. The memories shared at the Fields Family Reunions will forever be etched into our family.

Please know that even though there are many miles and years between visits, you are always in our hearts and prayers.

All our Love
Uncle Ed, Deneen and family

Brooke Finlayson

April 3, 2007

Mr. and Mrs. Fields,

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I don't know if you remember me, but I dated Johnathan for a while during a summer in between jr. and sr. year of high school. I constantly envied his way of being so calm and laid back, while I was so uptight and anxious. I'm sorry to hear about this, and you will be in my thoughts.

-Brooke

Hanna Warren

April 1, 2007

Jeff and Lynn,
I love you both and pray that God's peace will clothe you. God's here for you, just call on his name. You can lean on me. Johnathan was a gift to us all.

Paula Sejut-Dvorak

March 29, 2007

Lynn and Jeff-
I really don't know what to say. I never met Johnathan, but I felt like I knew him through Lynn. His life touched mine, and from the looks of it, many, many more. I am sorry that I couldn't attend the services, my thoughts are with you both.

Amanda Hofkamp

March 28, 2007

Johnathan was a great guy. He could make anyone laugh and the kids really enjoyed him at the Aqua Center. I know that he would have made a good father just by the way he handled them. I worked with John at the Aqua Center. The last thing I remember about John is a conversation we had outside of the main office about music. The last thing I remember him telling me is that he loved the deftones and I agreed. John, we all love and miss you. Rest in peace.

Peggy Schultz

March 28, 2007

My son was in the Drama Group with Johnathan. I think the last play he did there was Peter Pan. Of course, he was the star. Such talent & beauty. He was 13 or 14, I believe and my son was 7 or 8. He was such a terrific role model to the other kids. I made my son get his signature, because I was sure he would be a movie star someday. My deepest sympathy to all his family and friends.

Saundra Hill

March 27, 2007

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Fields,
I am soo deeply sorry for your loss, and all of our loss of losing such a warm and loving person. The world is grieving with you. I knew Johnathan from Marwood, and had unfortunately lost touch with him over the last couple of years,but he has always held a special place in my heart-and always will.

Gina Menza

March 27, 2007

Dear Mr.& Mrs. Fields - I know that I sent a card, but I just wanted to let you know that I am truly sorry for your loss, and the senseless loss of a genuinely nice person,Johnathan,who I had the pleasure of having work for me and with me to make the Aqua Center a fun place. I am sorry that I could not attend to say this to you in person. All of my Prayers go to you and your family at this time. Gina Menza

Max Geers, Johnathan & Barret Emrich

March 23, 2007

Johnathan & Amy at LGSA

March 23, 2007

Amy McCarragher

March 23, 2007

Mr. & Mrs. Fields,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Johnathan from our summer camp, LGSA. He was someone I looked forward to seeing every year and one of the reasons I wished we met more than once a year. An excellent Ultimate frisbee and ping pong player. Also a wonderful friend to just sit and chat with for hours on the sunporch or under the stars on the dock. Thank you for the opportunity to know such an extraordinary person. He will always be remembered in my eyes for how he lived, not how he died.

Kati B.

March 21, 2007

I took dance with John years ago with Miss Monica. You will be missed John.

Amanda Torrance

March 21, 2007

Mr. and Mrs Fields,
Johnathon was a fellow classmate in Musical Theater and he will be dearly missed. I have many fond memories of his fun personality, humor and talent and I will continue to remember him that way. I am so sorry for your loss and will continue to be in prayer for your family and friends.

Lyndsay Kunkel

March 21, 2007

Aunt Lynn and Uncle Jeff,
I am so sorry that I could not attend the services... I am in shock and it is really hard to take in. You two and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you

Lindsey Pruett-Smith

March 20, 2007

Jonathan was the sweetest and most genuine person I have ever know, his death saddens me to no end. You, and he, will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Seth Hardwick

March 20, 2007

Jeffery and Lynn
I send my love to you both and I hope that you both can find any answers that you are searching for.

Maureen, Dona & Caitlin

March 20, 2007

Lynn & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your son's tragic death. We will keep you & your family in our prayers. We hope you will soon find the inner peace you are so good at helping others find.

Dyane Filip

March 20, 2007

You are in my thoughts and prayers! I am so deeply sorry to hear of your loss, Johnathan will remain in my heart, always.
Dyane Filip (mother of Danni Filip/Former Student - Chicago Academy for the Arts)

Malika Petty

March 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.Jon was a wonderful classmate, and a very nice person. He will be missed.

Marienne Branch

March 19, 2007

Oh! Lynn! Oh! Jeff! Oh! God! John!!!!!!

Kiara Petty

March 19, 2007

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

FM Schill

March 19, 2007

Mr. & Mrs. Fields,

With great sadness, I offer my sympathies. My prayers include Jon as he passes through.

FM Schill
The Chicago Academy for the Arts

Danni Filip

March 19, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. John was a great classmate and friend. My prayers are with you and your family.

Connie and Henry Gardunio

March 19, 2007

We were deeply saddened to hear of Jonathan's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. He was such a sweet soul and spirit. He touched all our hearts and we will remember him with fond memories.

Laima Petroliunas

March 19, 2007

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Fields,

We're so sorry for your loss. Vakare made every effort to be there to say good by to Johnathon for the last time, but couldn't make it. We still see them performing together at the Academy.

Our prayers go out to you

Tom and Laima Petroliunas
Vakare's folks

Alice Gold

March 19, 2007

I am sorry for your loss. I will also keep Jon in my thoughts as will others who knew him.
Alice Gold

Terry Cahill

March 19, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Jonathan was a sweet young man and the Marwood community will miss him a great deal.

Terry Cahill
Marwood Counselor

Catherine Berndtson

March 19, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. Johnthan was a wonderful young man. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this diffcult time.

If there is anything that I can to do help in your time of need please contact me.

Sincerely,
Catherine, Brooke Brielle & Eric Berndtson
Brooke-from the Chicago Academy of Arts)

Dory Arrue

March 19, 2007

Jeff and John:
My prayers are with you and your family. Please accept my sincere and deepest condolences and remember that nobody can do anything to the soul and your son's soul is with God. Jesus Christ died on the cross for all of us and He is our Savior. He is the only one that can help us heal from our sorrows and give us peace. I pray that Jesus will give you comfort and hope until you see Johnathan again. Jesus said "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (John 14:6)


With love,

Diane & Jim Cegla

March 19, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences at this time of sorrow.

Lindsey Halpern-Givens

March 18, 2007

Dear Fields and Lidbury Family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your son Johnathan. Our family knew him from various youth events and summers spent at the LGSA summer assembly. Johnathan was the kind of person who drew people to him. He was a bright spirit. May the support of family and friends help you through this time of unimaginable loss.

Laura Petty

March 18, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Calvin Bonnema

March 18, 2007

johnathan was a good friend of mine back at deer creek christian school. im sorry he's gone.

David Thiesen

March 18, 2007

To John's family and friends,

John was a co-worker and a friend, and his senseless death comes as a huge shock to me. I will always have memories of teaching swimming lessons with John at the Aqua Center, where he was loved by the kids and his co-workers. My thoughts and heart are with you.

Jan Ecos

March 18, 2007

Lynn and Jeff our deepest sympathy. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

We are so glad to hear that Mary and Doug are with you and that Craig and Sandy are also there with you. I know Alan is also with you in thoughts and prayers.

Our love and prayers are with you today and always.

Love,

Jan and Jon Ecos

Matthew Kerns

March 18, 2007

Dear Mr.& Mrs Fields,

I am so sorry for your loss. Johnthan was a great man and I really enjoyed the time we spent together at The Arts Academy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this diffcult time.

With Warmest Regards,
Mattthew Kerns
Theatre Chair
Chicago Academy for the Arts

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