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Captain Herbert Johnson
3-3-5 November 2, 2012
Never Forgotten - Rest in Peace

HERBERT JOHNSON MEMORIAL FUND

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Chicago Firefighters Union Local 2 and the Ende, Menzer, Walsh & Quinn Retirees', Widows' & Children's Assistance Fund have established a memorial fund to benefit the family of Captain Herbert "Herbie" Johnson, who perished Nov. 2, 2012, fighting a fire in the Back of the Yards. BMO Harris Bank is partnering with the organizations to receive donations to the memorial fund.

"We are deeply saddened by the tragic event of November 2 and we will never forget Captain Johnson's sacrifice," said Thomas Ryan, President of Local 2. "He was a great firefighter, but the most important role Herbie played was as a father and husband, and we are doing everything possible to support those he loved and cherished the most his in life, his wife, two sons and daughter."

"Captain Johnson made Chicago a safer place - his bravery was known far and wide," said Mark Furlong, President and CEO, BMO Harris Bank.  "We are deeply saddened by this loss, and my colleagues and I are proud to open a bank account in his honor. We encourage people to visit a local BMO Harris branch and make a donation, and BMO Harris is committing $10,000 in his honor."

"Chicago lost a very courageous man. The City has come together to honor Herbie's life and to be there for his family, and for this, the department is extremely grateful," said Tony Martin, President of the Chicago Fireman's Ende, Menzer, Walsh & Quinn Retirees', Widows' & Children's Assistance Fund, and Secretary of the Fireman's Annuity & Benefit Fund of Chicago. "We're also grateful to BMO Harris Bank for their generosity and kindness in establishing this memorial fund and their financial contribution."



Obituary

Herbert T Johnson

Captain Herbert T. Johnson "Herbie" (CFD); Devoted husband of Susan, nee McMahon; Loving father of CPL Thomas (USMC), Laurie, and Michael "Mickey"; Dear brother of Julie (the lateDouglas) Marcinek, Mary Cay, Peggy (Dave) Ladd, John, James (Theresa), Ted (Ruth), and Terry; Cherished son of the late Herbert J. and Joan; Dear uncle, cousin and friend to many. Loyal Chicago firefighter for 33 years. Visitation Wednesday 3 to 9 p.m. at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel, . Funeral Thursday, family and friends will meet directly at church for 11:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Herbert Johnson Memorial Fund, BMO Harris Bank would be appreciated.Arrangements entrusted to Curley Funeral Home (T.P. Kerrigan Associates). For funeral info 708-422-2700.

Wake and Funeral

Visitation:
Wednesday November 7, 2012 3 to 9 p.m. at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel, 7740 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL

Funeral:
Thursday November 8, 2012 11:00 a.m Mass at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel

Interment:
Mt. Olivet Cemetery
2755 West 111th St.
Chicago, IL 60655

   

One Year Anniversary
The Ende, Menzer, Walsh & Quinn Retirees', Widows' and Children's Assistance Fun is mission is to provide financial assistance to the neediest widows and children of members of the Chicago Fire Department. The EMWQ Retirees Widows and Children’s Assistance Fund was granted tax exempt charitable status under IRS Code Section 501
(c)(3) on April 23, 2007. The tax exempt status allows all contributions to be used as a tax deduction for the donor. All program distributions made from the Fund are nontaxable to the recipient.


Donation acknowledgement forms will be generated for all contributions of $250 or more in accordance with the Internal Revenue Service guidelines. Individuals needing tax receipts will be required to use a check or donate online.