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Jerome A. Plencner Nov. 19, 1933 - Feb. 17, 2015 SOUTH BEND - Jerome A. Plencner, 81, passed away at 3:20 pm Tuesday, February 17, 2015, in Memorial Hospital surrounded by the love of his family. Jerry was born on November 19, 1933, in South Bend, to Harry and Virginia (Zawodny) Plencner. He operated Belleville Tile Service and Jerry's Tile Service for over 50 years. Jerry was a member of Holy Family Parish where he coached basketball many years ago. He enjoyed fishing, hunting mushrooms, going to the casino, and family vacations at the cottage. Jerry was an avid fan of Notre Dame women's and men's basketball, Notre Dame football, as well as the Cubs and Bears. Most of all he was a great husband, father and grandfather. On September 3, 1955, in South Bend, he married the former Mary Jo Swartz, who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Vicky Plencner of South Bend, Therese (Mike) Pajor of Granger and Mary Frances (Adam) Hertel of South Bend; three sons, Kenneth (Noreen) Plencner, Scott (Doris) Plencner and Christopher (Jennifer) Plencner, all of South Bend; 10 grandchildren, Ashley, Samantha, Tyler, Matthew, Kyle, Sabrina, Luke, Alyssa, Kayla and Claire; a step-grandchild, Matthew; three step-great-grandchildren, Hailey, Camdyn and Liam; one great-grandchild which is on the way; and sister, Marcia Deren of South Bend. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, and by a sister, Natalie Plonka. Cremation has taken place. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am Tuesday, February 24, 2015, in Holy Family Church. Visitation will take place one hour prior to Mass in the church. Zahoran Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Family Church or to the charity of the donor's choice. To leave an online condolence, visit our website www.zahoran.com, or our Facebook page, Zahoran Funeral Home.
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Dear Plencner family, I'm so sorry for your loss. our thoughts & prayers are with you all. May the Lord comfort you all. God Bless you. Love Kaczmarek family
Lisa Kaczmarek
February 22, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your father and father-in-law Kenny and Noreen. You are in my thoughts. May peace be with you and your family.
Christine Cushman
February 21, 2015
You were great neighbors to have when I was younger. So sorry to hear of Mr Plencners passing.
February 21, 2015
Our deepest condolences and prayers are with all of the Plencner family at this time. We remember Jerry as the good man he was. Always with a smile and a handshake. He was a friendly fixture at every family event. He will be greatly missed.
(Dave) Plonka Family
February 20, 2015
Mary Jo and Family, May the Good Lord be with you all during these times. I am out of town, but know you are in my prayers, and will be Saturday during the Services.
May the Good Lord Bless and Keep you and yours.
Mike and Gloria Urbanski
Mike Urbanski
February 20, 2015
God Blessed Mary Jo with a wonderful soul mate; Vicki, Therese, Mary, Scott, Kenny and Chris with a dad whose picture could be next to the word "dad" in the dictionary; and a grandpa who left his grandchildren with memories to last a lifetime. His strong faith prepared him for death...Jerry was ready to meet his Creator. He will continue to watch over all of you from Heaven.
Grandma Peggy Winston
February 20, 2015
Jerry was a great guy always had something nice to say. Glad he is feeling better now.
azure Baumgartner
February 20, 2015
Sincere Sympathy to you, Noreen, and your husband. So soon after losing you own Father! But now they are at peace,keeping an eye on everybody!
Take care, in my prayers
Elaine Wituski
February 20, 2015
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