Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

John Vrdolyak, Ret. Sgt-CPD

Passed away on March 6, 2021

John J. Vrdolyak, age 89, Ret. Sgt. CPD, late of the East Side passed away on March 6, 2021. Survived by his loving brother Edward (Denise) Vrdolyak and many caring nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Peter and Matilda Vrdolyak, sisters: Mary Genevieve (Henry) Simmons and Matilda Vrdolyak and brothers: Joseph (Barbara), Peter (Geraldine) and Victor (Ruth) Vrdolyak. Veteran of U.S. Army. John retired as a Sergeant with the Chicago Police Department after many years of distinguished service. Visitation Friday, March 12, 2021. DIRECTLY at Sacred Heart Croatian Church, 2864 East 96th Street, Chicago from 9:30am until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11am. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Sacred Heart Church in John’s name preferred. Arrangements entrusted to Elmwood Chapel, Chicago. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com

Funeral Mass:
Sacred Heart Croatian Catholic Church
2864 E. 96th Street
Chicago, IL 60617
Friday, March 12, 2021 - 11:00 am

Interment:
Holy Cross Cemetery
801 Michigan City Rd
Calumet City, IL 60409

Memorial Contributions:

 

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Sacred Heart Church in John's name preferred.

Visitation Location

Sacred Heart Croatian Catholic Church
2864 E. 96th Street
Chicago , IL 60617

Visitation Information

Friday, March 12, 2021 - 9:30 am until 11:00 am

Condolences
"So sorry for you loss will be miss by all. God bless His family ."
- Arlene M Ciesielski
March 7, 2021 2:32 pm
"Our condolences are offered to the family of Sgt. John Vrdolyak on behalf of the Chicago Police Sergeants Association. May his soul rest in peace. "
- CPSA
March 10, 2021 11:21 am
"Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. John will be remembered at the next Police Mass. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588] "
- Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain
March 10, 2021 12:37 pm
"John-John was my Sgt. in A/2 Task Force. He will always be one of the finest of "Chicago's Finest"."
- Skip Dorn
March 10, 2021 5:43 pm
""My condolence to the family. I will remember his kindness, compassion, humor and inspiration matched with his blazing smile! Rest in Peace Johnny V!" "
- Greg LeBedeck
March 11, 2021 10:30 am
"Everyone in Task Force Area 2 was trying to get into John’s squad. That’s what we thought of John-John. He was held in the highest esteem and was always there for his patrolmen. John, you got a pass to go to the front of the line at heaven’s gate."
- Bob Dart, CPD Ret
March 11, 2021 7:06 pm
"Rest in peace John, and may God bless you. Condolences to Ed, Denise and the rest of the family."
- Carl Ostrowski Ret.CFD
March 11, 2021 10:08 pm
"Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace. "
- Lanta Smith and Family
March 12, 2021 9:43 am
"Condolenses to all your Family.....Worked with John at A/2 Task Force & Youth Division. Rest in peace "Mugarot" all of your Mugs will miss you....."
- Bernie Pistello Ret/CPD
March 12, 2021 10:56 am
"Our sincere condolences to the Vrdolyak Family. May the memories of John and God's blessings guide you through the days ahead."
- Chuck & Margaret Hagopian
March 12, 2021 3:58 pm
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