Gerald Joseph Schoepf

Gerald Joseph Schoepf/Joey Cicero (1947-2025)

In Loving Memory

A Life Remembered

With deep sorrow and fond remembrance, we mark the passing of a cherished soul whose presence touched the lives of all who knew him. Though words cannot fully capture the depth of loss felt by family and friends, this tribute serves as a celebration of a life lived with warmth, kindness, and dignity.

Gerald Joseph Schoepf, 78 of Buford, Georgia, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025 surrounded by family. Gerald was predeceased by his parents, Francis and Julia Schoepf, siblings predeceased Thomas, Audrey, Lawrence, and survived by his sister Monica Durakis. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Gail, and his six children, predeceased Denise Juknuis, and survived by James Schoepf, Heather (James) Wells, Francis Schoepf, Roman (Carly) Henclewski, and Stephenie (Deon) Brown. Survived by his grandchildren Brian, Austin, Nicholette, Dylan, Ethan, Addison, Ryleigh, Mason, Henry, and Luke. Great-grandchildren, Jack and Donna.

Gerald graduated from Morton West High School in 1964 and attended Daley College where he studied Information & Technology and received a certificate in IT. After he pursued a career in IT at Wrigley Gum Corporation where he spent 37 years working. In his free time, he enjoyed hobbies such hiking, camping, bowling, and cruising.

Gerald was always there for his family; he showed love and support through actions not words. He believed in leading by example demonstrating for others the behavior and values he hoped to instill in them.

A private family service will be held, and a celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society.

His memory will live on through his children and grandchildren, he is gone but not forgotten.

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