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Gerald Dietz Obituary
Gerald R. Dietz age 85. Korean War Veteran. Retired after 33 years with Prudential Insurance. Beloved husband of Jackie nee Ernst. Loving father of Stephen (Pam), Michael (Renée), Kevin, and David (Cindy); Papa of Brendan (Megan), Lauren (Patrick) Furlong, Danielle, Garrett, Mark, Kyle, Meridith (Christopher) Mannix, Kelsey, Daniel, Hannah, Rachel and Matthew Dietz; Big Papa of Molly, Michael, Evelyn, Sarah, and Jack. Brother of the late Jim (Margaret) and Ron (Rosemary). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Ann and Robert H. Lurie's Childrens Hospital. Funeral Wednesday Sept. 6, 9:15 am from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., to St. Hilary Catholic Church for Mass at 10:00 am. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday Sept. 5, 3:00pm-9:00pm. Info (773) 736-3833 or visit Gerry's memorial at www.smithcorcoran.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Dietz
Jamie Markin
May 6, 2018
I know this is late but Im so sorry to here about your dad. My mom (Judy Wolter) and I were just talking about how we would all get together and celebrate 4th of July,Memorial Day or Labor Day at either the Rodenkirks or at the Kiefers. Those were the days. Hope your mom is doing well. Jamie Wolter Markin
pam doherty
September 5, 2017
Dear Kevin,
I'm so sorry to learn about your Dad. I have the best memories of him and your Mom around the pool at Woodside and your Dad was always, always, always smiling or chuckling or laughing. He was such a happy man.
The world has lost a wonderful person. Please extend my condolences to your Mom and to your brothers. I'm downstate and won't be able to tell them myself.
You are in my thoughts, Pam Doherty
September 5, 2017
Gerry was the instrumental founder of St Hilary Men's Club, he was one of our first coaches, and he ushered for over 20 years. Gerry's legacy will never be forgotten by Hilarions.
God bless his Soul Jeff Gottstein
Bill Hetland
September 5, 2017
Dear, Dave,Kevin,Steve, and Mike
Our deepest condolences too you and the
family on the passing of your dear father.
You all are in our thoughts and prayers during
this most difficult time.
May the Good Lord comfort you in the days
and weeks ahead. With all your fond memories
that you have with your dad.
God Bless the Dietz Family.
Bill, Mary, and Patrick Hetland
Elena Rios
September 4, 2017
God bless our long time neighbor and our dear friend. You will be greatly missed. Praying for peace and comfort thru our Lord Jesus for Jackie and all his family. John and Elena Rios.
Elena Rios
September 4, 2017
God bless our long time neighbor and our dear friend. You will be greatly missed. Praying for peace and comfort thru our Lord Jesus for Jackie and all his family. John and Elena Rios.
Daniel Kelley
September 4, 2017
God bless our long time neighbor and family friend. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Green Family
September 4, 2017
My family sends our sincere condolences for your loss. May happy memories of your loved one and the words of Isaiah 57:15 provide you with much comfort.
Lynn
September 4, 2017
May the God of all comfort be with you.
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