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JERRY KASCHAK Obituary
OUR DAD, GRANDPA, AND FRIEND
Jerry Kaschak, age 92, An 18 year resident of Bullhead City, Arizona passed away peacefully at home.
Jerry was born in Lakewood, Ohio on January 22, 1931. His parents re-located to Streator, Illinois where he was raised until June of 1948. Jerry and Barbra lived in the San Diego area for 48 years before moving to Hillcrest Park, in Bullhead City.
At the young age of 17 years old Jerry enlisted in the United States Navy. During his tour of duty he was mainly assigned to Navy Destroyer Leaders, and SOB Rescue Vessels. His tour of duty covered The European, North Atlantic, Mediterranean, Pacific, and Far East Asian Areas. While on board the USS Dashiell DD659, he served in The Korean Conflict in 1952. Jerry was a Petty Officer 1st class, Sonar Technician, and was an Instructor Duty at the Fleet Sonar School in San Diego, California. In 1969, he retired form the United States Navy and went to work for National Steel Ship Yard, where he served as a journeyman electrician.
In 1972 he started a new career in the hotel industry as a Sales Representative. In 1994 he retired from the Travel Lodge Hotel, as the National Sales Manager.
Jerry was a lifetime member of The Fleet Reserve ASGN, V.F.W., Amvets, and a yearly member of The Moose lodge. Jerry loved his bowling leagues with The Colorado Sr. Bowling League, and various karaoke venues, throughout the Bullhead City area. His love for music led him down a path of joy with all his friends. Jerry's signature song was Frank Sinatra's I Did It My Way, in which he was held in high regards.
Jerry was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Barbra Jean Kaschak who died on July 9, 2009; and a son, Randy Gunter who died March 16,1991.
Jerry is survived by his children, Christina Conaway, Cheryl (Annie) Askew, Byron Kaschak, Jackie Baumgart, and Jerry Kaschak Jr. along with eight grandchildren and seven Great Grandchildren.
Jerry's body was donated to (UTN) United Tissue Network. His wishes were to allow students to study his body for science.
Jerry will be greatly missed!
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Memories and Condolences
for JERRY KASCHAK
Donna Walters
December 21, 2023
I am deeply saddened to hear that Jerry has passed away. I was honored to have known him and to have worked for him at the Travelodge/Forte Hotels Corporate Offices in El Cajon, California. He was indeed a very special gentleman, whose smile could light up a room. Rest in Peace, dear Jerry. May God bless and watch over your family and your friends. You were one of those special people that God chose to be a part of our lives and I will always be grateful. We are all better people for having known you.
Patti kaschak
August 29, 2023
To the Kaschak family I'm so sorry for your loss Jerry was like a dad to me he always treated well , everytime we saw each other he'd always buy me a purse , boy do I have a collection now , Jerry was a good man blunt honest and to the. Point but I loved that part of him , the pic I enclosed was when he came to TX to visit us and he had fun going to see a ranger game he loved baseball .now I hope he's up there in heaven with Barbara enjoying all heaven has to offer with the one he loved rest in peace Jerry you will Always hold a special place in my heart .love and miss you dad
Kathy Gonzalez
August 28, 2023
This is how I remember Jerry.
Roberta Marmolejo
August 27, 2023
Roberta Marmolejo
August 27, 2023
Roberta Marmolejo
August 27, 2023
This is the Jerry I want to remember.... Fun, loving and a jokester. Jerry you will truly be missed my many. We all love you
I will never forget how you always called me Rebecca, so I called you Bob.
God Bless your soul....REST IN PARADISE, and please give my mom a hug from me.
Kathy Gonzalez
August 27, 2023
Jerry will be missed by all who knew him. He was a comedian, singer and a wonderful friend. Love and miss him.
Marilyn Hazzard
August 27, 2023
Jerry was the best next door neighbor I could have asked for. Loved him and his "crazy" sense of humor, and miss him dearly.
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