John W. Link
January 13, 1949 — September 2, 2019
John W. Link
MORTON - John Walter Link, 70, of Morton, passed away on September 2, 2019, at his residence with his family by his side.
He was born on January 13, 1949, to Gerald Lee and Mary (Graber) Link, in Peoria. John married Marsha (Glore) Link on August 21, 1971, in Pekin. He was a devoted husband and best friend to her for 48 years.
Surviving are his wife, Marsha, of Morton; one son, Brian (Jeff Goodwin) Link of Nashville, Tenn.; two daughters, Kelley (Brian) Pinter of Morton and Amy (Matt) Ulrich of Tucson, Ariz.; six grandchildren, Gabby, Lauren, Brody Pinter and Sydney, Brooklyn, Preston Ulrich; two brothers, Jim (Nadine) Link and Gary (Claudia) Link both of Pekin.
John was preceded in death by both of his parents.
He graduated from Pekin High School, Bradley and Western University. He worked in the Illinois education system for 40 years as a teacher, principal and superintendent. His career was dedicated to his school, community, staff and especially his school children. John served in many education organizations such as Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA), Illinois Association of School Administration (IASA) and the Illinois Athletic Association.
John was passionate about sports. He participated in high school and college athletics and coached for more than 20 years. John enjoyed watching his grandchildren's games and dance recitals. For over 50 years, he was dedicated to fitness and health, and was a regular at Gold's Gym. John enjoyed playing alongside his friends on the golf course as well as cheering on the Cubs, Bears, and followed the PGA tour. He also volunteered at the Illinois Cancer Center and St. Vincent de Paul Society.
John's greatest love was his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and papa.
A special thank you to Jacqui Martin from Compassus Hospice who comforted and cared for John and his family.
John was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Morton where a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 6, 2019, with Mgr. Jerry Ward and Deacon Kevin Zeeb officiating. A visitation will be held from 5 - 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 5, 2019, at Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service, with a burial of cremated remains at 10 a.m., Saturday, September 7, 2019, at Hirstein Cemetery in Morton. Memorials may be made to Illinois Cancer Care.
140 S. Detroit Ave.
Morton, IL, 61550
1020 S First Ave
Morton, IL, 61550
Hirstein Road
Morton, IL
He was born on January 13, 1949, to Gerald Lee and Mary (Graber) Link, in Peoria. John married Marsha (Glore) Link on August 21, 1971, in Pekin. He was a devoted husband and best friend to her for 48 years.
Surviving are his wife, Marsha, of Morton; one son, Brian (Jeff Goodwin) Link of Nashville, Tenn.; two daughters, Kelley (Brian) Pinter of Morton and Amy (Matt) Ulrich of Tucson, Ariz.; six grandchildren, Gabby, Lauren, Brody Pinter and Sydney, Brooklyn, Preston Ulrich; two brothers, Jim (Nadine) Link and Gary (Claudia) Link both of Pekin.
John was preceded in death by both of his parents.
He graduated from Pekin High School, Bradley and Western University. He worked in the Illinois education system for 40 years as a teacher, principal and superintendent. His career was dedicated to his school, community, staff and especially his school children. John served in many education organizations such as Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA), Illinois Association of School Administration (IASA) and the Illinois Athletic Association.
John was passionate about sports. He participated in high school and college athletics and coached for more than 20 years. John enjoyed watching his grandchildren's games and dance recitals. For over 50 years, he was dedicated to fitness and health, and was a regular at Gold's Gym. John enjoyed playing alongside his friends on the golf course as well as cheering on the Cubs, Bears, and followed the PGA tour. He also volunteered at the Illinois Cancer Center and St. Vincent de Paul Society.
John's greatest love was his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and papa.
A special thank you to Jacqui Martin from Compassus Hospice who comforted and cared for John and his family.
John was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Morton where a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 6, 2019, with Mgr. Jerry Ward and Deacon Kevin Zeeb officiating. A visitation will be held from 5 - 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 5, 2019, at Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service, with a burial of cremated remains at 10 a.m., Saturday, September 7, 2019, at Hirstein Cemetery in Morton. Memorials may be made to Illinois Cancer Care.
Visitation
SEP 5. 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CDT)
Knapp - Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center140 S. Detroit Ave.
Morton, IL, 61550
Mass Of Christian Burial
SEP 6. 11:00 AM (CDT)
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church1020 S First Ave
Morton, IL, 61550
Graveside
SEP 7. 10:00 AM (CDT)
Hirstein CemeteryHirstein Road
Morton, IL
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