Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

John Jovo Ceko

Passed away on March 30, 2025

John Jovo Ceko, born on November 2, 1954 in Chicago, reposed on March 30, 2025 in Chicago. Beloved brother of George (Roxanne) Ceko, Mile Jr. (Beverly) Ceko, Very Rev. Nikola (Sandra) Ceko, and Daniel "Dusan" (Mary) Ceko; fond uncle of Mile III "Mike" (Lucy) Ceko, JoAnne (Anthony) Strezo, Diane Hmad, Timothy (Jennifer) Ceko, Daniel (Wendy) Ceko, Catherine "Cat" (Kyle) Charpie, Andreana (Dusan) Pavichevich, and Maria (Andrew) Beams. Also survived by many devoted great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and kumovi. Preceded in death by his parents, Mile and Anastasia Ceko.

John attended Chicago State University. He excelled at baseball and hockey in his youth. He was proud to have worked as a Paramedic with the Chicago Fire Department and a Records Officer with the Chicago Police Department. Graveside Service and Interment at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Cemetery, Libertyville, IL will be private for family. 

Interment:
St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Cemetery
32377 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Libertyville, IL. 60048

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

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Condolences
"My condolences to the entire Ceko Family! I went to Gallistel School with the Very Rev. Nikola."
- Greg Hajduk
March 31, 2025 5:32 pm
"Sending my deepest sympathy and caring wishes to you and your family!"
- Antoanette Peshev
April 1, 2025 2:10 pm
"Deepest Condolences to George and the entire Ceko family. Your all in my prayers."
- Ken Davis
April 6, 2025 9:16 am
Candles Lit
"With a heavy heart, I wish to give my sincere condolences to you and your family!"
- Antoanette Peshev
April 1, 2025 2:09 pm