John Edward Boelter, age 76 of Chicago, IL passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018.
Beloved husband of Ellyn Hershman; loving father of Aaron, Adrienne (Andre) Heckstall, Suzanna (Chris Merrill) Boelter and Brenda (Michael) Nix; proud grandfather of Kayla, Asha, and Ares Boelter, Dorian Wilkins, Reese Heckstall, Adelaide Nix and Mavis Merrill; dear brother of John, Ruth Boettcher, Paul, Jim, Helen Craig, Robert, and Mark. His memories will be cherished by many nieces, nephews, and friends. John retired from Bloom Trail High School and continued to teach at Daley College and Chicago State University. He was an active member of the Progressive Labor Party, Unity in Diversity and Southsiders for Peace. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 24, 2018 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Barraco's Restaurant 3047 W. 111th St. Chicago, IL 60655. In lieu of flowers, send donations to the American Cancer Society.