John M. "Jack" Lamb

Age 95, late of Lockport, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at the Lightways Hospice Home, Joliet surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in North Dakota and a resident of Lockport since 1956. Retired as a Professor Emeritus from Lewis University in 1994 where he was a History Teacher for many dedicated years and founded the Adelmann Regional History Collection. A scholar of local history and the I&M canal, John served on the board for the Illinois State Historical Society. In 1972, John created Old Canal Days, still celebrated today. He also engaged in various artistic pursuits, especially wood sculptures. United States WWII Army Veteran. Member of St. Joseph Church, Lockport.

Preceded in death by his wife, Louise Mary (Nee Erdman) Lamb; One son, Michael John Lamb (2021); parents, James and Johanna (Nee Londergan) Lamb; four brothers, James, Jerome, Justin, and Joseph; and one sister, JoAnne Metz.

Survived by his devoted children, Kevin and Sean (Irene), and Justine Lamb; daughter in law, Holly Ward – Lamb; and one cherished grandson, Robert James Lamb. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Lightways Hospice would be appreciated at lightways.org

Per John's wishes Cremation Rites have been respectfully addressed.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, 11:00 am at St. Joseph Church 410 S. Jefferson St. Lockport, IL 60441. Following Mass Inurnment at Lockport City Cemetery, Lockport.

Family and friends can sign the online guestbook at www.oneilfuneralhome.com

Arrangements under the care and direction of O'Neil Funeral Home 1105 E. 9 ^th St. Lockport, IL 60441