Oak Forest, Illinois
1931 - 2019
Kenneth Sylvester Otto Gerdes Sr., age 87, formerly of Oak Forest, passed away Friday June 21, 2019. Born October 28, 1931 in Blue Island, Illinois. Son of the late Gregory V. Sr. and Bertha H. (nee Freiss) Gerdes. Preceded in death by wife Dorothy A (nee Stewart) Gerdes; brother Gregory Jr....
Read MoreKenny and my dad we're friends from childhood and throughout their lives. Diane and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Son of Herbert C Krueger
Dan Krueger
1062 Aspen Drive
Manteno, IL 60950
July 08, 2019
Kens Uncle from his Mothers side is Sylvester Freiss. One of the WWII from Oak Forest that did not make it home while serving. Sylvester has a memorial marker at Oak Forest city hall. I recently honored Sylvesters grave in Hawaii. May they both rest in peace.
Craig Miller
July 05, 2019
Peace to the family of Ken Gerdes. Remember him as I do an honorable, hardworking, good person. He kept his work and did his job. I enjoyed the times we worked together at the city. You all should be so proud of him.
Medard Narko
June 28, 2019 | Oak Forest, IL
Dear Sharon and family,
Marty and I are so sorry at the passing of your dear father. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Please extend our condolences to your Mother and your family.
God bless you all. Let us know if there is anything We can do for you. Thank you for letting us know about your Dad.
Blessings,
Marty&Marilyn
Marty&Marilyn Hicks
June 25, 2019 | Lakewood, WA
Hanna and Hillary,
Although we didn't know your grandfather, we do know that he must have been a great guy because the both of your are great people! We are so very sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Your friends and family at KSA Iowa
June 25, 2019
To Aunt Diane & Family words can't express the loss we feel. Everyone that interfaced with Uncle Ken was enriched by his cheerful spirit.He was loved by many for his hard work and contributions to so many people. Every task he managed he did well. He truly was a remarkable man and will be missed. God is adding a beautiful spirit to his Kingdom.
Greg & Linda Gerdes
June 25, 2019 | Crystal Lake, IL
Remembered By
Greg & Linda Gerdes
June 25, 2019 | Crystal Lake, IL
Our heavenly father has promised that through his son Jesus Christ there is going to be a ressurrection for all who have fallen asleep in death, may the family find comfort in God's word at John5:28
June 25, 2019 | New York, NY
Gerdes Family,
So sorry for you loss but what a legacy your father left. We know all to well the type of person he was, we watched our parents along with yours progress Oak Forest, support us in all we did and enjoy their friendships as well. We were so lucky to have them. Thinking of you all.
The Foss Family
Lori (Rick) Shemoski, Dave ( Lora Bussie) and Sandy (Jim) McMahon
S. McMahon
June 24, 2019 | Orland Park, IL
