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JACK METZGER Obituary

MUNDELEIN - Jack Thomas Metzger, age 85, former long-time resident of Wheeling. Beloved Husband of Virginia (nee Ruiz) Metzger for 61 years. Loving Father of Jack (Edmond Veome) Metzger and Pamela Kavanaugh. Dear Grandpa of Matthew, Alicia, Victor, Joseph, and John "Gus". Doting Great-Grandfather of Bradley Jack. Fond Brother of Steve (Pat) Metzger. Brother in-law of Ninfa, Indy (Janice), Lydia (Jack), Carlos (Myrtle), Daniel (Linda), Leon (Linda), Fred (Verna), Flo, John, and Ric (Arlene). Jack was an amazing man, who impacted countless lives, was the best uncle and cherished friend to many. Visitation Saturday April 3rd 1:00 pm at Kolssak Funeral Home, 189 S Milwaukee Ave. (2 Blocks South of Dundee Road) Wheeling followed by at Life Celebration Service at 4:00 pm. Inurnment Private. In lieu of flowers donations to Wheeling Helping Hands at www.wheelinghelpinghands.org are greatly appreciated. To leave a condolence or for more information visit www.funerals.pro or call 847-537-6600.

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Published by Daily Herald on Mar. 31, 2021.

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Marilyn & Al Chaiken

April 3, 2021

So very sorry for your loss. Jack was a fighter right till the end and will be certainly missed.

Ramona Tobias

April 2, 2021

Dear Virginia and family: We are so sorry for your loss but know that a lifetime of wonderful memories will be Jack's legacy. We remember him as a wonderful friend and neighbor and know that his spirit will live on in the many lives that he touched. God Bless.

Annemarie Gerdes

April 1, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kenny Demos

April 1, 2021

Dearest Virginia, Jack, Pam and family, my deepest sympathy to you all. There are few words to describe Jack that could accurately express both my appreciation and admiration. Thank you for your warm heart and wit, you treated me and everyone with welcoming arms, although years may have past, it has never been forgotten, thank you. May your memory be eternal.

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