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Gerald Kolb Obituary
Gerald F. Kolb, 93, of Highland/Schererville passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2017. He is survived by his son; Chris Kolb; grandchildren: Christal (Skip) Seeger, Courtney (Todd) Woodruff, Rachel Kolb, and Chelsea (Conor) Smith; four great grandchildren; brother Virgil (Lois) Kolb, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Jeanne; parents, Michael and Mayme Kolb, brothers; Jerome (Ann), Bob (Frances), and Clarence (Betty), and a sister; Lucille (James) Ikovic. A visitation will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Kuiper Funeral Home, 9039 Kleinman Rd., Highland, IN from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (prayer service at 2:30 p.m.). A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, May 22, 2017, DIRECTLY at Our Lady of Grace Church, 3025 Highway Ave., Highland, IN at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Catholic Cemeteries, Hammond, IN. Gerald was a veteran of the US Army Air Corp, in which he served during WWII in the South Pacific islands of Iwo Jima, Saipan, Marianas, and Gilberts. He was also a longtime member of Our Lady of Grace Church. Gerald will most be remembered for being a master carpenter and a 'jack of all trades'; as well as the most kind and gentle man one could know. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Grace Church or the American Legion. Please visit: www.kuiperfh.com
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JuLee Reeves
May 22, 2017
Prayers for comfort and peace for the family. We owe so much to this man and all those who sacrificed to preserve freedom in this country. "Lift your head and hold it high - the greatest generation is passing by."
Nancy Buckley
May 20, 2017
I will always remember this sweet little man, I am Nancy Buckley, Personal Care Coordinator for St. Anthony Village. I did shopping for him & also took him to a doctor appointment. He was such a joy. Will miss him but have some special memories of him. My sympathies to his whole family.
Gayle Kornmann-Manassa
May 20, 2017
My deepest sympathy on your beloved Dad's passing. He has eternal life now with your Mom. God Bless.
May 20, 2017
Mr. Kolb will always be remembered as a HERO for serving our country when it was essential to fight and protect our freedom and our country. Rest in Peace Sir
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