John B. Gasper

Age 85, late of Lockport passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at the Lightways Hospice home in Joliet surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Aurora, lived in Dekalb, and a resident of Lockport since 1957. Member of St. Dennis Church, Lockport. A graduate of Northern Illinois University where he received a bachelor's degree in education and a master's degree in administration. John devoted his entire career to education at Lockport Township High School where he retired after 32 years of dedicated service. John was an avid bowler, he enjoyed golfing and was a member of Lockport Golf and Recreation. He was a loyal Chicago Cubs fan and Notre Dame football fan. Above all else he always cherished time spent with family and friends.

Preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Mildred (Nee Fetzer) Gasper, and one brother, Jerry Gasper.

Survived by his loving and devoted wife of 58 years, Rosemary (Nee Dibenardo) Gasper; two cherished children, Bruce (Stephanie) Gasper of Crest Hill, and Susan Gasper of Wheaton; numerous other cherished family members and friends also survive. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Lightways Hospice in John's name would be greatly appreciated.

Prayers will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel 1105 E. 9th St. Lockport, IL 60441 at 9:15am proceeding to St Dennis Church, Lockport for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am. Entombment following Mass at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Romeoville. Visitation in the Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, September 25, 2023, from 4:00pm until 8:00pm.