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John Gericke Obituary

Gericke, John Donald Age 86, of Matteson, Illinois passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields, IL. Visitation Saturday, April 6, 2013 from 2-8p.m. at Fred C. Hub Memorial Chapel at 13th & Otto Blvd., Chicago Heights. Funeral Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 8p.m. at the Funeral Chapel. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. John was born February 22, 1927 in San Bernadino, CA. Former Superintendent of the Public Works Dept. for the Village of Park Forest. Also served as a past Assistant Fire Chief for the Village of Matteson, IL. and was also a volunteer Fireman in Matteson. U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Gericke (nee Pike); sons, Michael (Cathy) Gericke of Florida, Patrick (Debbie) Gericke of Oak Forest, IL, Timothy (Laura) Gericke of Peotone, IL; sister, Maxine Eaves of Aurora, MO; brothers, Lee (Mary) Gericke of Glendale, AZ; 5 grandsons; 3 granddaughters; 6 great-grandchildren also survive. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the donor's choice would be appreciated. For information (708)754-2053.

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Published by SouthtownStar on Apr. 4, 2013.

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Srinivas Reddy

April 14, 2013

John, you were a wonderful patient of mine who always brought a smile to my face when I saw you in the office. My condolences to your family for their loss.

Dean Wittenkeller

April 4, 2013

RIP Chief, Matteson Fire Department was blessed to have your service and years of dedication. Thank You

Matteson Police Pension Fund

April 4, 2013

God bless you Chief Gericke, may you rest in peace.

Bev&Rich Lewis

April 4, 2013

So sorry to hear of Johnnie's passing ;know our hearts and prayers are with you&boys,Will never forget "that big man"

Sondra Apgar

April 4, 2013

My condolences on your loss. You're in my prayers. Big John was a friend as well as his family. He will be missed.

Sheri Kretz

April 4, 2013

Uncle Johnny we Love you and you will be missed.

Steve Bowdish

April 4, 2013

Our prayers to the family. He was a great man and raised a great family!

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