John E. Jung Obituary
John E. Jung, 82, of Lake in the Hills, died peacefully, June 26, 2022, with his family by his side.
John was born August 16, 1939, the son of John and Margaret Jung. He attended Dayton College and later graduated from Loyola University. On June 25, 1966, he married Joan Risk, and they just celebrated 56 years of marriage.
When his girls were younger, he would make each one of them their own handmade doll houses, desks, and sand boxes. He always delighted in time with his daughters. He was an avid gardener and very handy. He had a great sense of humor, even till the end. He was a man of great faith and was very accepting of whatever life gave him. He remained positive in every situation. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Joan Jung, his daughters, Karen (James) Bryant, Tracy (Mark) Cheaney and Colleen (Michael) Madsen, by his thirteen grandchildren, Sarah (Isaiah), Colin, Brendan, Devin, Justin, Makayla, Ethan, Liam, Bradley, Jaiden, Blake, Caitlin, and Jacob. He is also survived by his sister, Judy (Frederick) Moulton and Brother, James (Francesca) Jung.
John was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, from 4-7pm at DeFiore Funeral Home 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, June 30, 2022, 10:00am at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Burial will be at All Saints Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Transitions Hospice Care, 1551 Bond St., Suite 143, Naperville, IL 60563 or Alzheimer's Association https://alzfdn.org For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to http://www.defiorefuneral.com.
Mary's Flowers (tel: 847-528-2972) Huntley Floral Town and Country Gardens Marti Jadd 2022-06-27 19:57:21. The memory I take with me of John is one of love and kindness. I felt so special when he'd greet me with his warm smile and "Hi Doll". John spread joy effortlessly, everywhere he went. He will be forever remembered with love and will be sorely missed. John was and remains a blessing to all who knew him. Sending sincere condolences to his life partner Joan, as well as their daughters and family.
