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Eugene "Gene" Jess Askey Eugene "Gene" Jess Askey passed away at home in Schaumburg, Ill., on Feb. 2, 2013, at the age of 70, with his family and cats at his side. He was preceded in death by his father Jess W., mother Madeline and brother Paul. Gene is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Laura Askey (Karen Pedone), Lisa Solak (Eric); his grandchildren, Ian and Clara; his brothers, Edgar, Ron, Art and Steve; his sister,Mary Ann; and his numerous nieces and nephews from both sides of the family. He is also remembered by his many wonderful friends. Gene was a successful real estate agent, receiving his real estate license in 1972 and then owning his own business, Real Properties, in Schaumburg. He has received numerous sales awards throughout his career. Gene enjoyed golf, bocce ball, horseshoes and spending time with his family and friends. Fridays nights at the office were an event for years. He also participated in Relay for Life as a survivor and team supporter for seven years. There will be a private memorial service for his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society at https://www.cancer.org.
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Dear Gene, happy birthday in heaven. I miss you so much and think about you all the time. Love, Lin
Lin Griesmeyer
Friend
July 12, 2021
I worked with Gene at Real Properties and he taught me a lot about about real estate. He was a hard working guy with a great sense of humor. I remember he'd say matter-of-factly when venturing out on some new exploit : "Can't dance. Too wet to plow.". He will be missed.
My sympathies, Stephanie Simone
Stephanie Simone
September 20, 2013
Gene was a gentleman and great realtor. He will be sorely missed.
Attorney Mary Brady
February 15, 2013
I'm gonna miss you Gene! What a great guy and a great friend.
Chris
February 12, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Gene won't be forgotten.
Laura Sisk
February 10, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss, I have only the fondest memories of Gene. I love you both.
Michelle Jariz
February 10, 2013
My Prayers go out to my cousins Laura and Lisa on your loss of your father, May your hearts heal quickly. Also to all my uncles and my mom in the loss of your brother. Love always.
melanie Manzoli
February 10, 2013
Uncle Gene, it was very tough watching you slip away; however, we take comfort in knowing you left us very peacefully with Lisa and Laura at your side. We love you so much - you will truly be missed. Rest in peace. Dear Laura, Lisa and family; we are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you during this very sad time. May the memories you hold close, get you through the difficult days ahead. We are here for you if there is anything you need. With love & our deepest sympathy, Colleen & Herman
Colleen Vickers
February 9, 2013
My sympathy goes out to all the family and friends. Gene will always have a special place in my heart. All the great memories we made together and all the great things you tought me. Barbecuing on "The Weber Grill", helping me with my math homework, building my art project together, gardening, the office, going to Subway and many more great memories. May God give you the highest place in heaven. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort all of us tomorrow. Love you always, Christina Akhter
Christina Akhter
February 8, 2013
Our sympathy goes out to all the family.
We will always remember all the good times we had with you years ago at your fifieth birthday party and all the good times at your house. We always thought of you as a great person. We will keep you in our prayers.
Ray & Virg Johnson and Sherri Przybyzy
February 8, 2013
February 8, 2013
My deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences, to Lisa and the entire family.
Wendy
February 8, 2013
Love you Uncle Gene!!!
Maureen Cheli
February 8, 2013
My condolences to all of the family. I was a Realtor since 1972 also a new Gene well. He was a great guy. I know he will be missed.
Robert Green
February 8, 2013
Lisa Solak
February 8, 2013
Gene was a fellow realtor. I remember when I had a death in my family, him coming to my home and taking care of the entire transaction and was happy to help me. God bless him. He is in a better place.
Kind regards,
Joan Cvitkovich
February 8, 2013
Laura and Lisa and Families,
We are so sorry that we will not be able to make the memorial for your Dad. He will be missed by all. Uncle Ed is not able to travel that far in a short time. Please give everyone our love and sympathy. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Love to you all!
Uncle Ed, Aunt Linda, Megan, Paul, Meredith and Penelope.
Relay ON!!!
February 8, 2013
Love you Pop!
Lisa
February 8, 2013
I have known Gene for 44 years. He was such a great friend and I will miss him dearly. I'll always remember one of his crazy expressions from way back; when he would have a crazy day at the office, he'd sum it up by saying.....Another day in the traumatic life of a realtor!
Lin Griesmeyer
February 7, 2013
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