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Gerald J. "Jerry" Kudzma
Gerald J. "Jerry" Kudzma
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Jerry will be missed by those who loved him most, his wife of 61 wonderful years, DeAnne; his children Kim (Gary) Strakeljahn, Dave (Jodi) Kudzma, Mike (Wendy) Klock; his beloved granddaughters Stephanie, Taylor, Brooke, Karly, Paige and Kendra. He is predeceased by his parents Joseph and Anna, as well as his siter Lois (Clarence) Winston.
Cremation rites have been accorded with Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Riverside Chapel.Please. Join us in celebrating the life of Gerald "Jerry" Kudzma on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at The American Lombardi Club, Rockford,I'll. stop in any time from 5:00-8:00pm. All are welcome to join in remembering great memories together! In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary, 111 N 1st Street, Rockford, Illinois 61107. To send online condolences or share memories, please visit www.fitzgeraldfh.com
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3910 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL 61103
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Mike Parrott
June 26, 2022
Dee, Kim, Gary Dave and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jerry´s passing. I have many fond memories of hanging out at the Kudzma pool with all of you. Dee and Jerry´s extension of hospitality as the Strakeljahns Thompsons, and Parrotts were starting our own families set such a positive example.
I wish you Peace as over the coming weeks as you celebrate Jerry´s life.
With deepest sympathy.
Mike Parrott
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Jim Crowley
June 26, 2022
Dave & Family,
I'm saddened to hear of Jerry's passing, I first met him in 1972 when I started working at Warner Lambert. We had many conversations regarding lawn mower engines and many other topics that had to do with repairing and building things. He was a friend to me and treated all who came in contact with him in a kind gentle manner. God bless you all as you celebrate and remember his life among us.
Jim Crowley
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