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1942
DIED
2021
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Gerald Piunti Obituary
Beloved husband, caring father, and loyal friend. Avid golfer, bowler, and dancer. Superintendent for Road Construction Company until his retirement in 1999.
Survived by: Wife Phyllis Jean Piunti (White). Daughters Kelly Jean Payette and Jamie Lizabeth Miller (Jon). Siblings Judy Kokas (late brother in law, Jerry), late brother Gerard Piunti (Lynn), Darlene Raquino (Mario) and Richard Piunti (late sister in law, Kathy). Grandchildren Chelsi Smith (Todd) and Jaden Payette. Step-grandchildren Quinn Miller, Noah Miller, and Emily Miller. Great-grandchildren Penelope Smith, Genevieve Smith, Vincent Smith, Kensington Smith, and step-great granddaughter, Scarlett Miller. Eight nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service to be held at Crete United Methodist Church, 1321 Main St, Crete, IL 60417 on Saturday, October 23rd at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for memorial donations to be made in Gerald's name to the National Animal Welfare Society (NAWS) located at 9981 W. 190th St., Unit A, Mokena, IL 60448 or online at www.nawsus.org or The American Lung Association at www.lung.org. Arrangements entrusted to Crete Funeral Home, 1182 Main Street, Crete, IL. (708) 672-7600.
If you'd like to send cards of remembrance and condolences, they may be sent to the family at 639 Huntley Terrace, Crete, Illinois 60417.
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