George John Samaan, age 70 of West Chicago; Born in Bethlehem on May 5, 1949, At Rest December 12, 2019 in Chicago, IL; beloved husband of Malakeh nee Syriani; loving father of Marcus J. (Marissa) Samaan, Marsha G. (John) Rubino, Majeda F. (Jiris) Karadsheh and Norma D. Samaan; loving and doting grandfather of Nicole, Achillius and Olivia; dearest brother, uncle, nephew and cousin to many.  John was a proud American and true patriot.  Visitation, Monday, from 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral Procession, Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. from The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave. (Turn North at 76 ^th Ave.) Elmwood Park to St. John the Baptist Syrian Orthodox Church, Villa Park, for Funeral Service at 11 a.m.  Interment Elmwood Cemetery in River Grove.  For information 708-453-1234 or www.elmsfh.com