John P. Suerth

July 1, 1954 - December 31, 2013

John P. Suerth, 59, Beloved Father, Husband and Brother, died suddenly, December 31, 2013, leaving a huge hole in the hearts of his many, many family members and friends. His exuberant spirit will be forever missed. John was born July, 1, 1954 and was a lifelong Chicago resident. He served as a Stationary Engineer for the Water Department of Chicago until he retired to enjoy a life of travel and leisure. He is survived by his wife, Mary Tierney; daughters, Jacqueline (Brian Virgilio) and Allison Suerth; step-sons, Peter Tierney (Marisa) and Daniel Tierney (Alexandra Solorzano); step-daughter, Cathleen Meza (Rafael); step-grandchildren, Susana and Miles Meza and Martina Tierney; his 12 siblings, David Suerth (Pat), Catherine Richter, Conrad Suerth III. (Terry), Timothy Suerth (Patti), Thomas Suerth (Margaret), Elizabeth Kozikowski (Wayne), Mary Kelly (Kim), Stephen Suerth (Patty), Theresa Weldon (Doug), Matthew Suerth, Joseph Suerth (Joy), Leni Gottmann (Earle); and a multitude of loving nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Conrad Jr. and Joanne Suerth (Carr). Family and friends are invited to join at St. Margaret Mary's Activity Center, 7341 N Claremont, Chicago, IL, Friday, January 10, 2014 for a reception celebrating John's life in words and pictures at 6pm. Remembrance to begin at 7:30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to help with expenses are appreciated.