CHARLES "Chuck" GACEK JR

CHARLES "Chuck" GACEK JR obituary, Middleburg Heights, OH

CHARLES "Chuck" GACEK JR

CHARLES GACEK Obituary

Published by A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Homes - Middleburg Heights on Aug. 2, 2013.
CHARLES E. "Chuck" Gacek, Jr. age 79. Passed on August 2, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Mary for 57 years. Proud father of Louise Lazear, Veronica Sutton (Mearl) and Charles "Casey" (Sandy). Cherished "Pap" of Wade Sutton and Zak Gacek. Dedicated companion to Cookie. Dear brother of George, Carole Worrell and Robert. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed classic cars and polka music. Member of the Mustang Club and Cleveland Polka Assoc. U.S. Army Veteran and retired 31 year employee of Ford Motor Co. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Bartholomew Church. Wednesday August 7, 2013 at 9:30 AM. Interment Woodvale Cemetery. Family suggests contributions to your favorite charity. Friends received Tuesday 3 – 8 PM at the A. RIPEPI AND SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, OH (West of I-71).

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign CHARLES GACEK's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

August 9, 2013

Jim Seifert posted to the memorial.

August 4, 2013

Larry & Carol Kokoskie posted to the memorial.

August 4, 2013

Someone posted to the memorial.

5 Entries

Jim Seifert

August 9, 2013

One of my childhood memories growing up 2 doors down from the Gacek's was coming over and watching Mr.G. wrenching a car in the garage while he had the Indians or Browns game on his portable radio. The radio was nothing special, just a simple transistor radio in a brown leather case. Chuck Gacek didn't need/want anything fancy because that was the kind of man he was. It's unfortunate for me that I wasn't mechanically inclined back then because I could have learned how to fix a car-FOR FREE! I remember having trouble replacing the headlight on my 82 Cutlass Calais. Screw head looked like a Phillips or allen wrench and neither worked. Went and got Mr. G., looked at it, went back home and gave me a star head screwdriver. PROBLEM SOLVED! I remember him playing basketball on the concrete pad he had poured at the rear of the garage w/Casey's friends, his cousin John Paull and us kids in the neighborhood.

Larry & Carol Kokoskie

August 4, 2013

Mary Louise and Family,very sorry to hear of Chuck's death.
Our sympathy to you from Carol and Larry Kokoskie

August 4, 2013

Marylou and family. I was so sorry to hear about Chuck. I have all good memories of our families. God Bless You.
Love Debbie (Marks) Smith

David Rogers

August 4, 2013

Casey and the Gacek Family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. If you need anything, don't hesitate to call.

Buddy and Joanie Kleja

August 4, 2013

Mary Lou, Chuck, my Godfather was an amazing man. A man who loved his family and friends. He was a mild mannered and always a smile for us when we seen you guys. He will be missed. We love you guys and are keeping you in our prayers.

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Homes - Middleburg Heights

18149 Bagley Road, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

Make a Donation
in CHARLES GACEK's name

How to support CHARLES's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor CHARLES GACEK's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign CHARLES GACEK's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

August 9, 2013

Jim Seifert posted to the memorial.

August 4, 2013

Larry & Carol Kokoskie posted to the memorial.

August 4, 2013

Someone posted to the memorial.