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
Alicia Elifritz
05/04/2011
It's still stunning that he's gone. i sat breathless with my heart pounding when I heard. Sometimes I think it can't be possible.
John is my absolute favorite person to talk to about music. We posted all kinds of songs to each other online via facebook and email. We'd go into chat sessions for 3-4 hours into the wee hours of the morning. He introduced me to so much music that I love now. Thanks JM!
But he was more than just the #1 music enthusiast. He was kind and welcoming, accepting of everyone. His sense of humor was the best. Made everyone laugh everytime they saw him.
He had a beautiful, unique soul and thought deeply; he was the one you could count on for a meaningful conversation. John was intelligent and introspective... just interesting all around.
I miss him so much already... as do many many people. No doubt he made quite an impression on lots of lives. It's simply impossible to forget him.
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.
Gary Keoppel
05/04/2011
To the Crivaro family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May the memories of the great times you shared with John Michael comfort you during this trying time.
Gary Keoppel
Brad, Kelli, Kristin, Kevin & Sue Turk
05/04/2011
John, Kim, Kelsi, and Kacie,
Over the years, I have listened to all three of my kids talk about Johnny, always with a smile
on their faces, or flat out laughing. It seems that is what your son, brother did........make people happy.
A couple times a week I get on Sue's facebook page and always would get a kick out of seeing what music Johnny was listening to.
Someday down the road when we think of John there will again be a smile on our faces and not tears in our eyes..............I'm afraid it's going to take a while.
Thanks for sharing him with us.
The Turks
Cheryl Sease
05/04/2011
To John's family and friends,
It was my privilege to meet John a couple of years ago in the writer's workshop class at Grand View. He was a bright and talented young man who was good humored and friendly, always treating others respectfully. His loss is beyond understanding, but I know that he will be remembered forever by many.
You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I wish for you comfort and peace.
Thomas B
05/03/2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all Johnny's family and friends.
I had the pleasure of becoming John's friend in Alaska. We met in training for Wells Fargo bank. While in Alaska, Johnny and I became very close. John and I became best of friends! Our group of friends became very close in Alaska and we depended on each other just like family... and became a small family of friends. John was even there with me to go ring shopping when I was looking for an engagement ring... and he was sure to ask " Are you sure about this Tommy?" ... He said this in a caring brotherly way.
What an awesome guy! I will always love and cherish the time I had with Johnny!
God has one cool angel in heaven
Jon and Caty Juhlin
05/03/2011
John, Kim and family. So sorry to see this in the Des Moines register. We are saddened by your loss.
Jon and Caty Juhlin
Kandi Reindl
05/03/2011
Even though I only knew John Michael when he was a little boy, I know that he had grown to a wonderful young man and came from a great loving family. My heart goes out to you John and Kim, Kelsi and Kacie. May God hold you in his arms through this time and know that memories of John Michael will carry you through. Hugs and prayers to all of you!
Valeria Barrios
05/03/2011
I want to send my respect and condolences to Johnny's family. I can not imagine the pain and suffering you all must feel. I have been struggling with this tragic news myself. This incident has among many things, opened my eyes to more than just God. To life..to love life because it is very short and sometimes unexpected. I loved your son (brother). I truly do. He has been a friend of mine since we were 15 years old after I moved from Des Moines to San Antonio. He helped me get through a very difficult time in my life. He gave me strength and wise words to carry on and live happy. I spoke to him on the Monday before he passed, and we said he wanted to come to LA to visit Eric and I. :( I can't believe he's gone. I want you all to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am praying for your strength and peace to get through such a tragedy. But what I can say is this... your son has left a mark on my heart that will never leave me. I won't ever forget the advice he has given me, the fun times we shared, the laughter, his musical knowledge, and love for all things funny and silly. John was a wonderful young man, a hopeless romantic, and one the best friends anyone could ask for. Thank you for raising him in the best way possible. He truly was one of the few good guys. And a handsome one at that :) I hope that with time your pain will subside, and you can all remember him the way I do. I wish he could have been with us longer, but the impressions he left on his family and friends will last a lifetime. Again, I am deeply saddened by your loss and I hope that one day, I can thank you in person for giving the world such a blessing...a hilariously awesome young man that means so very much to all us.
All my love,
Valeria Barrios
Erin C Barry
05/03/2011
I was John's manager when he moved to Alaska.
I remember thinking why would a "kid" from Iowa want to move all the way to AK??? He told me he wanted to be mayor of a small town and wanted the adventure. He truly was a unique individual with a lot of heart. His best quality was his love for his family back home.
I took John in as part of my family while he lived in Anchorage - he attended Christmas Eve dinner and of course the Super Bowl (the two best holidays). His intelligence, wit, smart remarks, amazing sense of humor, love of politics and music were all things that I came to appreciate. We had many interesting conversations about life, politics and music - his knowledge amazed me.
I am truly sorry that it's under these circumstances that I share these memories of "Johnny C". It was a blessing for me and my family to have known him.
I wish you all comfort and peace and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
-Erin C Barry
Katilin Brown
05/03/2011
Dear Crivaro Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget John, he will remain in my heart and memories forever. He is truly unforgettable in every aspect.
With deepest sympathy,
Katilin Brown
Rebecca Behrens
05/03/2011
Dear John,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your son. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family at this time of loss.
With deepest sympathy,
Rebecca Behrens
shar
05/03/2011
I am so sorry for your loss.
Kim Harding
05/03/2011
John -
I am so very sorry to hear about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim Harding
Ward's/Hill's
05/03/2011
Please know our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with your family.
-With deepest sympathy-
Jessica Ward & Matthew Hill