In Memoriam

1958 - 2011

FOFH-IL Salutes Long-Time, Dedicated Supporter Ken Armstrong For His Major Volunteer Role
In Hines Fisher House Construction Fundraising

Kenneth Russell Armstrong, 53, passed away Jan. 5, 2011.

Ken was the co-founder of Eriksen Armstrong Corporation, an experienced, high-quality construction company serving the North Shore area for 30 years. As a gifted master builder, Ken took immense pride in his work while having the ability to appreciate all of God's creation.

He was an amiable and enthusiastic people-person who has left a host of friends and a family who loved him very much. Several FOFH-IL Board members had the privilege of working with Ken during the Illinois grass roots fundraising campaign to match funds with the national Fisher House Foundation to build Illinois' first Fisher House on Hines VA Hospital grounds. He gave generously of his time, personal funds plus personal and business contacts to this cause he found so inspiring.

While Ken never served our country in the Armed Forces, both his father and grandfather were veterans. He truly had a heartfelt, deep appreciation for those serving our wonderful nation. He was a resident of Park Ridge, IL for over 35 years and a member of the Park Ridge Country Club for 15 years.

The entire FOFH-IL Executive Board extends our sincerest sympathy and deepest condolences to his family. We remember his energy and good humor while conducting the serious business of garnering support and funds to help military families facing medical crises.

1952-2010

FOFH-IL Has Lost a Strong Supporter In Major John Francis Lynn, USMC Retired, Who Served
As Pro Bono Legal Counsel

John F. Lynn, 58, passed away Oct. 10, 2010.

During his tenure with Friends of Fisher House – Illinois, John provided invaluable legal advice during some trying circumstances. He calming, knowledgeable and helpful approach to all situations proved most helpful. We already miss him tremendously.

The entire FOFH-IL Executive Board extends our sincerest sympathy and deepest condolences to his wife of 34 years, Patty Lynn, as she faces this trying period.

John answered the call of this nation by serving in the U.S. Marine Corps for three years as an enlisted member, and 20 years as an officer, retiring as a major. He served as a tank officer in California and North Carolina and was a foreign area officer in Central and South America.

He was a graduate of Southern Illinois University School of Law in Carbondale and served as assistant dean for Administration of SIU School of Law.

John was a member of Illinois State Bar Association and Pro Bono Counsel for Friends of Fisher House – Illinois. He was director of the Veterans' Legal Assistance Program at SIU School of Law and spent considerable time working on behalf of local veterans.