Obituary of John J. Crowe, Sr.

John Joseph Crowe, Sr. Age 80, of Sun City Center, FL passed away Friday, July 8, 2016 at Joliet Area Community Hospice surrounded by his loving family. Born in Joliet. A proud U.S. Army veteran, 82nd Airborne Division and 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment. Retired from ComEd, Dresden Nuclear as an Instrument Technician. During retirement, he drove a tractor trailor for M&D Transfer in Bourbonnais, IL, something he really enjoyed. A member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, (FL Chapter), Knights of Columbus (FL Chapter). Moved to Florida in 1999. John boxed in the "Golden Gloves" 1951-1953. Survived by his wife, Marianne; sons, John Jr. (Denise), Michael, Jeffrey and Jason (Jane); grandchildren, Lauren, Sean and Mary; and brothers, James (Jolene) and William (Nancy). Preceded in death by his grandson, Saxon. Funeral Services for John J. Crowe, Sr. will be held Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 9:15 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet to Church of St. Jude for 10:00 a.m. Memorial Mass. Cremation Rites will be accorded following visitation. Family and friends are invited to meet Thursday, at 2:30 p.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W. Hoff Road, Elwood, IL where inurnment with full military honors under the auspices of the United States Army will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Joliet Area Community Hospice would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday, 3-8 p.m. at the funeral home. For more information: (815) 741-5500.