John Crivaro
April 29, 2011
John Michael Crivaro passed away Friday, April 29, 2011, in an auto accident. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 5, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 4, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street, from 4 to 8 p.m., with a Rosary Service at 6:30 p.m.
John Michael was born December 12, 1985, in Des Moines. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 2004. He furthered his education at Grandview College, graduating with a degree in Political Science. John Michael worked as a mortgage litigator for Wells Fargo Mortgage Company.
John Michael LOVED music and was an avid concert-goer. He loved cartwheels and was known as the “Karaoke King.” He loved dancing, cooking, reading, watching and collecting Disney movies, and most of all spending time with his family or hanging out with his buddies. He was also a big sports fan and played many sports in school. He was a life-long fan of WWE Wrestling. He was a fan of the San Antonio Spurs, San Diego Padres, Dallas Cowboys, and the ISU Cyclones.
John Michael is survived by his mother, Kim (Steve) Olson, his father, John Crivaro Jr.; sisters, Kelsi (Dan Tedesco) Crivaro and Kacie Crivaro; grandparents, Donna Anderson and John and Fran Crivaro; also many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his cousin, Ashley Carpenter.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation in loving memory of John Michael.
Online condolences may be sent at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Annie Righi
05/06/2011
I did not know John for very long, but I did know that he was one of the funniest and most lively people I have ever met. It was impossible to be in a bad mood when he was around. The news of his passing was shocking and tragic. Kim, Steve, Kacie, and the rest of the family, you have been in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry.
Jake
05/06/2011
John was one of the good ones. He had an incredible zest for everything that he encountered in life. J was an amazing teammate and moreso than anything else a great friend. J was a true point guard. He was a distributer, he got everyone involved, made sure everyone was a part of what was going on...just like he was in life. He never left anyone out and he always made sure everyone had a part. He and I were incredibly close during high school and I always considered his dad a friend as well. I remember seeing John at Francies right before J moved back to DSM...I will never forget how happy and excited he was. I could go 2 years without speaking to John and still pick up a conversation with him without missing a beat. J was one of the best friends I've ever had. I was always able to tell the man anything about anything...he would never judge or make me feel like I was wrong for feeling the way I did. He was insanely intelligent and immensely grounded in every way imaginable. J was the exact person I have alwasy wanted to be, just never had the courage to try. God is unfortunately on a classic rock fix and needed a DJ. I just wish I had more time to enjoy some scotch with him...
John Renda
05/05/2011
To Johnny Jr. and the Crivaro family:
I am very sad and sorry to hear about the loss of Johnny. Please know that you are in my prayers and thoughts!
John Renda
Bob Mendenhall
05/05/2011
John,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your son. Please know that the thoughts and prayers of the entire Mendenhall family are with you and your family at this time of loss.
With deepest sympathy,
Bob Jr., Juanita, Mike, Mark, Matt, David, and Hannah
Bob Sr. and Sylvia
Guy Cunningham , Kathy Tumpek and Jim Hanson ,
05/05/2011
John was a student of ours at Grand View. We appreciated his intelligence and lively wit. We were very saddened to hear of his passing. Our sincere sympathy.
Norma Watson
05/05/2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family - our deepest sympathy too all
Des Moines Service Office - Pekin Insurance
Lucretia Madison
05/05/2011
My heart goes out to all of you. I am so very sorry for your loss of John Michael. I pray you find comfort and peace that he is in God's embrace. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ron Lee
05/04/2011
To all of John's family,
I am so sorry to hear of John Michael. My deepest sympathies are with you.
Cary J. Schroeder
05/04/2011
John , Kim and Family.
My deepest sympathy to you and your families on the passing of young John.
Want you to know that my family and I are thinking of all of you. God Bless. Cary ,Sarah , John , Christin , and Casey Schroeder
Cary Schroeder
304 Locust Street
Lena, Il 61048
GEORGE KINLEY
05/04/2011
JOHN CRIVARO JR. & FAMILY,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND I HAVE SO MUCH RESPECT FOR YOUR FAMILY. I WILL BE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE SERVICES BUT WILL REMBER JOHN IN MY PRAYERS THIS SUNDAY WHEN I ATTEND CHURCH.
BG
05/04/2011
I was so saddened by the news of John's passing. He was in my English program at GVC, and remained one of the few students who have stayed in my memory. He was engaging, funny and extremely talented at writing! He never had an unkind word to say to anyone. I'm praying for his family, and I'm so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed.
David and Jo
05/04/2011
We are thinking of you everyday. We love you.
Denny Pigneri family
05/04/2011
So saddened by the news about John, I pray God will be with you all through this tough and sad time and that He will mend your hearts. I'm sure he is by Gods side, I pray God is by your side.
Michael J. Colosimo
05/04/2011
Our sincere condolence.
It has been my true pleasure to John Michael. His wondereful warm
ways, will be missed.
Weep and learn only through time how to gain strength
and balance in the midst of confusion.
It would be trite to say that John Michael
is in a better place. But is that not true.
God Loves his children and God has called
home his son John Michael.
Carrie Mowrer Criswell
05/04/2011
Crivaro family,
So saddened to hear the news of John Michael. Offering you hearfelt sympathy and peace being surrounded by God's love.