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Gerald "Jerry" E. Skalitzky
Aug. 1, 1942 - May 31, 2023
LODI - Gerald "Jerry" E. Skalitzky, age 80, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. In addition to Ruth Anne, his wife of nearly 60 years, survivors include his children, Faye Riedner, Trevor (Danielle) Skalitzky, and Ed (Cathy) Pelletier; six grandchildren; two sisters, Wanda (Tim) Thomas and Kay Weisensel; his brother, Jim (Greta); his sister-in-law, Connie Skalitzky; a close friend, Danny Schroeder; and other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his twin brother, John "Jack" Skalitzky in 2021.
A Memorial Mass will be held at BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC PARISH AT ST. PATRICK CHURCH, 521 Fair St, Lodi, at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 8, 2023, with the Rev. Fr. Joseph Baker presiding. Burial will be at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON LODI FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, and also at the church on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Thursday.
A full obituary may be viewed, and online condolences made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Lodi
Funeral & Cremation Care
157 South Main Street
(608) 592-3201
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