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Rick Nealis posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2016
I was just reading an old email from 2007 with Jack. We shared many a night at the Four Lake Pub in Lisle Illinois where he took numerous dollar bills (two to the winner) from me as he seemed to possess the ability to read your mind. He couldn't read your mind of course, but could read your facial expressions with great success. I also shared many an evening with him and his dear friend Frank Hinduliak at the Seabrook Restaurant in Oak Brook and participated in his real estate transactions which always turned into an adventure with many twists and turns. After Frank's passing Jack's focus turned to family and led to his departure to Idaho.
If there was anyone who would give you the shirt off their back, it would be Jack. He genuinely cared for his fellow man, and woman. He could have amassed great wealth, but his concern to help others always came before his concern for himself. He often spoke of hitting the big one, but if he did, he would have given it away.
I can picture his entry into heaven. Plucking dollar bills from St. Peter with that million dollar smile of his. God bless one of the best.
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Robby Fraser posted a condolence
Monday, June 9, 2014
Jack traveled to Portland, OR for my Dad's memorial service about four years ago. I remember that he stood up and said a few words that touched my heart. He had a lot of good stories and memories about the times he and my Dad (Stuart Fraser) had in Chicago back in the day. In the little bit of time we visited that day I developed a real affinity for the man. It is always sad to see another good man journey on. He will be missed. Semper fi Jack!
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Steve Fallon posted a condolence
Sunday, June 8, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/7)
I was saddened by the passing of "Big Jack", he was always my favorite of all my friends dads. He was always the best at relating to young people, and just about everyone else as well.
I never knew that he was a US Marine and a Harvard grad. Those are great accomplishments, he must not have bragged about them when he was with us.
I remember Jack, for all the ideas he had to invent, produce, or sell the "better mousetrap".
He probably never ran out of stories to tell, either.
Sincerely,
Steve "Fade" Fallon
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W. Craig Chamberlain posted a condolence
Sunday, June 8, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/5)
PART 2
I knew of his various maladies and he fought a good fight. I will miss the phone calls and Emails. Our other buddy, Al Langefeld (we live close together) will hoist one in his memory. My best to Gale and Jane and all the family.
Craig Chamberlain
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W. Craig Chamberlain posted a condolence
Sunday, June 8, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/5)
PART 1
John,
Thanks for your message about the passing of my good friend and boyhood buddy. I have a note on my calendar to call him today with a birthday wish. Some of my fondest memories are the times we spent together growing up in Oak Park. We were in the same kindergarten class at Lincoln School and continued our friendship through high school. We enjoyed many of the same things that young boys do--sports, YMCA, swimming, horseback riding, going to the movies, just hanging out together. Played football at HS for 4 yrs., etc. John had a lot of ambition and worked hard at everything he did. I think he realized some of his dreams and maybe not some. We stayed in touch, he was my 'best man' when I married my college sweetheart. I went to work at IBM and I think he got into advertising. Thanks to the internet we got back into communicating. He usually called me on my birthday-7/3, as I did him.
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Ronald Saul posted a condolence
Sunday, June 8, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/5)
I just got a copy of your e-mail from Bob about your Dad.
Sorry to hear the news---he just missed his 85th. Same thing happened to my mom sadly.
It sounds like he really had some severe pain going on there, I am relieved for you all that he is no longer suffering.
May Gods' peace and love surround all of you during this time and always.
Love,
Ron
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Gale and Brenda Fraser posted a condolence
Sunday, June 8, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/4)
Sorry to hear about the loss. Know our thoughts and prayers are for the family.
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Anne Miller posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/5)
It was with great sadness that read about your dads' passing. I just had to sit down and have a good cry. Now I am remembering
all the many times in my life the he made me laugh. Say what you want about Jack, but he had a great sense of humor. Sometimes
he was even funny when he didn't mean to be--like the time I was riding down the street with him in his big beige Lincoln (remember that car?). He was talking a mile a minute (as usual) and he lit up a cigarette and threw his lighter out the window! I shouted " Jack! What are you doing?" To which he replied, "Oh my God, I thought it was a match!" I know that you all have stories of adventures and misadventures with Jack and you can share these at Jo's Hole Saloon today. Know that I will be there in spirit. But for now I will put aside my sadness because as said he and Andy are together again and they are happy and free of pain.
Love and wishes for peace and comfort.
Anne Miller
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Bob and Pam Saul posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/5)
Hi, John
We're sorry that your dad passed this week. But we know he is now without pain, and we're grateful for that.
Give our love to your Mom, and all your family. We're thinking of you, and our prayers are with you all.
Love,
Cousin Bob and Pam
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Kathe Elliot-Doremus posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/5)
Happy Birthday to Big Jack and may he rest gently. I was sorry to receive your e-mail, but happy to hear that he is now out of pain and suffering and moved on to finally find peace. I am certain Jack is off somewhere, laughing and dreaming big ideas, inventing things that will make the world a better place, or at least help us open cans easier!
Love you and all the family! Wish I could join you to celebrate the life of Big Jack--he is worth celebrating. May your memories bring laughter to you always.
Kath
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Ann Fraser Miklosz posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/4)
I am so sorry about Uncle John, but also relieved for him that he is past the pain. I remember such fun times when we would all get together! Your dad was one of the best storytellers and it always amazed me how much my dad and your dads 'voices sounded alike.
Please know that I am keeping your family in my prayers and sending you lots of love.
Thanks for keeping all us Midwest Frasers in the loop.
All my love,
Ann Fraser Miklosz
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Carla Street posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/4)
I'll be there for a hug at Jo's (6/5) John. It was my pleasure to have known your dad!
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Dmitri Ovcharov posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/4)
Dear John and Alex
I'm so shocked and saddened to hear of Jacks' death. He was the brightest and most inspiring man. I consider your grandfather like family and thought so highly of him. Jack will always have a special place in my heart.
With much love,
Dima
(Note: Dima was a Russian foreign exchange student from Siberia that Alex, Bailey and I hosted during the 1999-2000 school year. He graduated from our local high school in Spirit Lake and we consider him family....... John)
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Alan Fraser posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
(from son Johns' e-mail 6/3)
I'm sorry to hear about your dad's passing. He was a good man and full of life. I enjoyed being with you guys with my dad and hearing some of the stories. I miss my dad as I'm sure you miss yours already.
Take care,
Alan
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Jane Rosenwinkel posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
(From son Johns' e-mail 6/3)
Johnny,
I'm sitting in a park in Wheaton thinking of your dad-and my dad, and Aunt Jane. What a blessing family is.
I heard the news this morning and I too am relieved your dads' suffering is over.
Love to you all as you sift through all your memories. Raise a glass for the Illinois Frasers on the 5th.
Love
Jane
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Camilla Ross posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Jack had quite a journey at best and was certainly one of a kind.
He lived a long life and I am so glad that he is finally out of pain. God Bless all of you.
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Alan Steuber posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Jane was still sleeping this morning when I recounted the memories she had conveyed to me about her brother. When I showed it to her later she teared up and said "but you forgot to say I love him." These are the last words from our phone conversation two weeks ago.
Jane concluded saying "I love you, John" to which he replied "I love you too,
Jane."
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Jane Fraser Steuber posted a condolence
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Even as her memory fails she still recalls how she looked up to her big brother. How he bought her a bicycle for her tenth birthday with money he earned hawking magazines at the El station, how proud she was as he excelled and held every office at school, was called upon as a member of the Christian Service Brigade to deliver the prayer at Soldiers Field during an Evangelical event and his picture was on the cover of the national Brigade Handbook. How he earned money as a boy's choir member in an Episcopal church and was a consistent Honor Roll member. She recalls with gratitude how he came down from Harvard to comfort and encourage her during her first homesick weeks at Pembroke.
He as so good to me and I was so proud of him she concludes through tears.
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Laura (Steuber) Dalton posted a condolence
Friday, June 6, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Regrettably, I only have a few memories of Uncle John but they are fond memories... he was a gentle man with a great smile and a warmth that made those around him feel welcomed and valued, a real gift. Having read his book I know that his mind was always active, pondering, questioning, learning-and through it all he kept his positive outlook and sense of humor. I wish I could have known him better. When my dad told me of Uncle John's passing I said, "I always liked Uncle John", my dad replied, "Everyone liked your Uncle John", I wouldn't mind having that legacy.
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Mark Fraser posted a condolence
Thursday, June 5, 2014
My deepest condolences to my Uncle John's family and friends. I know after seeing you all after Andy's memorial, your love for each other will see you through this. My fondest memories of my uncle was when I would call him at 5:30/6:00am and ask to speak to one of my cousins about work, and he would always answer the phone like he was wide awake, then realize who I was and yell at me for calling so damn early! This happened numerous times! He also always called me Marco and I'm not really sure if that is because he thought I was an explorer or had some Italian heritage in me. I have lost a great uncle, the world has lost a great storyteller.
My love to all,
Mark
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Jane Fraser-Rosenwinkel posted a condolence
Thursday, June 5, 2014
Well that is a great picture of Uncle John! I can just hear his voice as I look at that photo! He was always a man of the "unexpected". Loved to play pranks and catch you when you least expected. A favorite was when he took his teeth out and played homeless to my dad (his brother). It worked, so he carried it on again to my nephew! He had enthusiasm when he spoke and a "discovery" that he could always add to a conversation. He will be missed! Blessings to you all as you celebrate your dad today on his would-be 85th birthday.
With love,
Jane and John
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