In Memory of
Freshman Photo - 1963
Cerry Hermosillo & John won an Essay contest and were treated to a trip to Springfield in 1965
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Class of '66
August 17, 1947 - August 23, 1968
Let us not forget Corporal John Paul Jr. Superczynski, casualty of the Vietnma War.
As a member of the Army Selective service, CPL Superczynski served our Country until Aug 23, 1968 in Quang, South Viet Nam. John was 21 years old and was not married. John died from small arms fire/grenade. John was born on August 17, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois.
CPL John P. Superczynski
This was taken at the Illinois Vietnam Veterans Memorial Monument in Springfield, IL
John was in Cottage 24, he and his sister's, Virginia, Helena, Sally, Francis, Rosemary
& Gertrude arrived at A.G.O. in 1960 after being transfered from St. Hedwigs in Niles, IL. There were 2 older brothers, Robert & Tommy who did not attend A.G.O.
As John entered High School, he went to work in the paint shop and did so for all 4 years. After graduation, he went on to work as a painter as his trade.
John was drafted into the Army in 1967 and one of the first Alumni to be KIA in the Vietnam War. He is still sadly missed by his family and friends and will never be forgotten.
CPL John P. Superczynski is on Panel 47W Line 55 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washingtin D.C.
I think about John almost every day, we were very close and spent many hours together
both at the home and after we graduated. We had made a lot of plans to do a lot of things,
he was and still is my best friend.
John was drafted 1 month after me and I ran into him a couple of times at basic training at
Fort Leonard Wood. We kept in touch via letters during our service years. I still have the letters and the one I hold dearest is his last. He asked if I could send him some dry sausage,
his favorite. I had the package ready to send when I got word from home of his death. I was able to call his sister Sally and offer my condolences but not able to get home for the services.
I guess, he could be described as a funny, great natured guy with a heart as big as the
world with a smile that I'll never forget and someone that you could always count on being there for you. A true team player and a great friend to have, I know I'm a better person just because of him. He treated everyone with respect and dignity. I miss him a great deal and
often wonder what his life would have been if only......
Today, I will think about John and what should have been. I have visited the Memorial in Washington a number of times and each time I get chills. It's a very moving experience to say the least. Again, thanks for remembering a hero. . . . .
Miss you big time buddy.
Tom Garland
Your Dear Friend and Classmate
Class of '66
From John's best friend.......
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