Born in the Bronx, New York, John graduated from Fordham Prep High School and Fordham University before joining the U.S. Air Force Reserves. He earned his MBA from New York University and went on to enjoy a long career in sales management at the FW Dodge Division at McGraw-Hill.
Devoted father of Marianne (Michael) Belica; very proud grandfather (“Papa”) of Michael, Alexandra “Ally” and Jessica Belica. Former spouse and dear friend of Jacqueline Rita Fitzgerald (nee Healy).
Preceded in death by parents Walter and Rose Brady Fitzgerald and by siblings Bro. Aloysius Fitzgerald, F.S.C. and Walter Fitzgerald.
Visitation Tuesday, December 13, 4-8pm Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago, 60625. Funeral mass Wednesday, December 14, 10:30am, Assumption Catholic Church, 323 W. Illinois Street, Chicago, 60654.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to USA Midwest Jesuits, 1010 N. Hooker St., Chicago, IL 60642.
Arrangements by Drake & Son Funeral Home, 773-561-6874 or www.DrakeandSonFuneralHome.com.
