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Gerald Hagman Obituary
Gerald Eric Hagman, Sr. (Jerry), 72, passed away at 4:30 p.m. on September 5, 2009 in his home in Surprise, AZ from CNS Lymphoma. Born in Chicago, IL on October 26, 1936, the son of Edwin and Elsa Hagman. He received his undergraduate degree from Northern Illinois University where he was a proud fraternity brother in Tau Kappa Epsilon. He went on to get his Masters degree in Public Administration from Roosevelt University. He began his career in City Management as the City Administrator of Liberty, MO. He went on to become City Manager of Lake Forest, IL, Thornton, CO and Park Ridge, IL. He was a longtime member of Rotary International, serving as past president in Park Ridge, IL. He retired in 1994 to enjoy his retirement years with family and playing golf. Jerry is survived by his wife of 50 years, Cecelia; his children, Gerald Jr., David, Douglas and Susan; three daughter's-in-law, Caroline, Michelle and Tracy; five grandchildren, Eliza, Gerald III, Connor, Adam and Thomas; brother, Robert (Carolyn); sister, Lois Jentsch; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Bulow (Don), Diane Patten (Bill); numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and many wonderful friends. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. A memorial service to celebrate his life will take place in October. Further information with be forthcoming. Contributions in Jerry's name can be made to the American Cancer Society. He will be remembered as a caring, pragmatic man who faced his life and death with strength and dignity.
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Mary Wright
February 3, 2010
I enjoyed working with Jerry at the Park Ridge City Hall. He was always very kind and considerate to the people working there and the citizens of Park Ridge. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
September 28, 2009
Cecelia,
Jerry represented dignity and class to our profession. I learned much from him during my time in Thornton. Sandy and I have fond memories of the two of you opening your home to host a reception for us upon our move from New Jersey to Colorado in 1983. The last time I ran into Jerry was at an ICMA conference, at which time I was reassured by him that your return to the Chicago area had provided you with plenty of opportunities to find some crusty Italian bread (unlike that found in Denver that you had described to me as having "the consistency of Wonder Bread"). So many years ago... but it seems like only yesterday. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in the loss of a sensitive and thoughtful husband and father.
Art and Sandy Pizzano
Fairfield, Ohio
Dave Miloch
September 23, 2009
TKE has loss a good frater. Our summer golf outing will lack his presence. Our prayers are with the Hagman Family.
Paul Nelson
September 23, 2009
A loss to us all. My memories of our boyish day at Northern will always be there. Blessings and compassion to you Cecelia and family. Paul Nelson
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Ron Norene
September 22, 2009
When Jerry was the City Manager of Lake Forest, I worked with him as The City's Financial Advisor for debt financings. Jerry continued and enhanced The City's tradition that "Lake Forest does things right!" He was in every way a true gentleman.
John Baudek
September 22, 2009
Am am sorry to hear that Gerald has died. It was a pleasure to woek for him and I think that he was a great administrator and more important a great person.
John Baudek
Former Director of Public Safety
City of Park Ridge
September 22, 2009
Cecella,
We wish to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will always cherish our fond memories of Jerry.
Peace, John & Bonnie Morell, Park Ridge, Illinois
Jean & Al lowe
September 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June Maguire
September 19, 2009
On behalf of the Reunion Committee of W.T.H.S. Class of 1954, I extend our deep condolences and prayers on the death of our friend and fellow classmate. Jerry was in my home room and I knew him to be a wonderful person.
June Hendricks Maguire
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