John Joseph Jackiewicz Sr.

John Joseph Jackiewicz, 87, of Ridgway, IL died Friday May 22, 2026 at 4:39 am at Gallatin Manor in Ridgway, IL. His wishes were to be cremated. There will be no services. Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with the details.

He was born on August 7, 1938 in Racine, WI where he was raised by Floyd and Violet Thomas.

He married the former Sandra Janice Wood and she survives.

He was a welder by trade and also spent some time working in a sawmill. He loved anything outdoors, especially fishing, hunting or doing mechanical work.

He is survived by his wife: Sandra Janice Jackiewicz of Colorado, IL; 2 sons: John J. (Dana) Jackiewicz Jr. of Spring Hill, TN and John H. Jackiewicz of Jacksonville, FL; 2 granddaughters: Trinity Jackiewicz of Spring Hill, TN and Rebecca Jackiewicz of St. Augustine FL; Brother: Bob Thomas and a sister: Shirley.