Waukegan, Illinois
The passing of our mother, Gertrude Ann (Repp) Miholic, signals the end of a small piece of Waukegan history. Mom was a 1st generation American whose parents, born in Yugoslavia, now Slovenia, were part of the "Great European Migration." They settled on the south side of Waukegan where ethnic...
Read MoreDear Family, Your mother was one of the greatest Hobby Lobby ladies and friend to my father and mother, Felix and Mary Svete. I had such a nice visit with her at my mother's funeral and enjoyed a few good telephone chats! I'm sure that she will be sorely missed by many people. What a very kind giving soul! Connie Svete Kenney and Bob Svete
Connie Svete Kenney
December 28, 2023 | Friend
I did not know Mrs. Miholic although the last name was familiar. That´s why I read this obituary. It brought back so many memories of visiting my grandpa, knowing that my dad (Bob Pierce) grew up at 10th & McAlister. After he got married my mom & he rented an upstairs apartment in that neighborhood. Dad was also a first generation Slovenian. Such a nice area. I thought of Push Buttons (Pushy´s) & Slovenic Hall. I can´t help but think that Mrs. Miholic knew the Pierce family as dad was also...
Pat Pierce (Bob´s daughter)
December 12, 2023
I am so very sorry to hear of "Aunt" Gert´s passing. She was a rare & wonderful lady! A true friend to my Mom , Gerrie. All my love to all of her family. I know how much she´ll be missed. God speed Aunt Gert - say hi to Mom for me
Kathie Janda
December 08, 2023 | Family
