Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

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John A. Gifford, "Big John"

Passed away on February 15, 2021


John A. Gifford, “Big John”, age 68, late of Hegewisch and formerly of Harvey, passed away February 15, 2021.  Beloved husband of Marian (nee Tratar).  Loving father of Julie (Jeffrey) Fremouw, James (Nehal) Gifford, Annette Gifford, Jennifer (Michael) Zivat and Sandra (Michael) Garcia.  Dearest grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle of many.  John was an employee of Cresco Lines and an avid car enthusiast; especially Muscle Cars, Hot Rods and Antiques.  Funeral services will be held privately for the immediate family.  Arrangements entrusted to Elmwood Chapel, Chicago.  773-731-2749 www.elmwoodchapel.com

Condolences
"My big brother, I am so sorry. I love you and am glad you are in a better place. I will see you on the other side. RIP"
- Margie (Your little Sis)
February 17, 2021 6:28 am

"John you were an amazing man and such a caring step-father. I will miss your love of cars and your crazy jokes. Thank you for joining our crazy family but most of all for loving my mom for over 20 years. We love you John and miss you so much. "
- Jennifer Zivat
February 17, 2021 11:30 am

"My Deepest Sympathy to the Family"
- Pamela Zima
February 18, 2021 3:50 pm

"BIG JOHN, You will be truly missed. Your hard work, great attitude, willingness to help others and your sense of humor were all special traits. You were loved by all that knew you and your friendship was special. You brought out the best in all of us and for this we are grateful. GOD BLESS."
- Robert Stranczek
February 18, 2021 4:32 pm

"I am so sorry for your loss. John was the nicest and most friendliest man I ever met,and hardest worker I ever met. He will be missed. Your friend at Cresco Lines."
- Donna Drobac
February 19, 2021 10:36 am

"Everyone that knew John knew he worked from sun up to sundown, there was no loads to hard for him. He always had a joke and a smile. John Gifford will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. Cresco Lines Trucking"
- Gwendolyn Jackson
February 19, 2021 3:53 pm

"From the stephens family we send our deepest condolences me and my father willie worked with John at cresco"
- David stephens
February 20, 2021 5:17 pm

"Big John you will be missed. So sorry for your loss. Will keep your family in my prayers. "
- Gilbert Ferguson
March 4, 2021 2:00 pm

Candles Lit
"We will miss you. "
- The Zivat family
February 17, 2021 11:31 am