Jay Eigel Obituary
Jay was a gifted musician and an accomplished guitarist and vocalist, who shared his love of music by performing in numerous bands over the years, including a cherished family band with his children and close family friends. His passion for music and his talent brought joy to countless people.
He enjoyed a successful career in commercial real estate, but his greatest love was for his family. Jay was a proud father and grandfather who relished spending time with his loved ones, whether golfing, traveling, or hosting backyard BBQs. He was known for his talent at smoking meats and bringing people together for unforgettable family gatherings and band parties at his home.
Jay was a kind, patient, and intelligent man who valued honesty and integrity. He enjoyed traveling with Bonnie to visit family in Wisconsin, Georgia, Florida, Arizona, and North Carolina, where he made many happy memories with his brothers, Chris (Carolyn) and Steve (Suzanne), and his sisters-in-law, Jackie, Judy (Mike), and his many nieces and nephews.
Jay will be dearly missed by all who knew him, but his spirit will live on in the music he played and the memories he created with those he loved. Memorial Services Saturday October 26th 10am at Union Church of Hinsdale 137 S. Garfield Ave. https://give.giftofhope.org/ Arrangements entrusted to Cappetta's West Suburban Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Westmont. Info 630-852-8000 or westsuburbanfh.com
FUNERAL SERVICES: October 26, 2024
Day: Saturday
Time: 10 A.M.
Location: Union Church of Hinsdale
137 S. Garfield Ave., Hinsdale, IL 60521
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Janet Reed
October 5, 2024
"Rocky Top" with the Apple Pie Band, Jay made me a lifelong lover of county music and I have years of fond memories of making music with him. Fondly,, Janet Reed
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