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1935
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2023
Peter Gyerko Obituary
He was born February 1st, 1935 to Bertha and Peter Gyerko in East Chicago Indiana, and graduated from East Chicago Washington High School in 1954. Peter married his high school sweetheart, Marilyn (Taylor) in 1958. They lived in Hammond Indiana where they raised their two children. Peter and Karen.
Peter worked at Inland Steel ind East Chicago Indiana as a welder and welding instructor for 37 years,retiring in 1992 and was a member of USW Local 1010 union and the Inland Steel 25 year club. He was an outdoor enthusiast who enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He also enjoyed running, completing seven marathons and enjoyed cycling through the countryside.
Peter and Marilyn built their retirement home near Plymouth Indiana on Holem Lake, where they resided for over 25 years. Peter's last several years were spent with his son in Oregon where he enjoyed watching life on the river from their home. He is survived by his son Peter, daughter Karen Kinney and three grandchildren Anthony Kinney, Ella and Riley Gyerko. Peter is preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn, and sisters Margaret Mauger and Velma Plain . There are no services currently planned. His family asks only that he is kept in your thoughts and prayers.
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Andy & Miriana Callas
March 24, 2023
Peter will always be remembered as an Indiana Harbor boy, a legend and hero to many. He was a mentor and role model to hundreds and hundreds of young men who wanted to become welders. He was a man of tremendous humility, integrity, and dignity. Peter was loved, admired, and respected by all who knew him. I want to thank Peter for his hospitality and kindness to me and my wife the times we visited him at his home overlooking the lake in Plymouth. I ask God to cradle Peter in His arms and thank Him for giving us Peter to know and love in our pilgrimage on Earth. May God sustain you during this difficult time. May Peter's memory be eternal.
Andy Callas (ret)
East Chicago Police Department
Gary Busick
March 24, 2023
God Bless You Pete, You Were A Great Friend & Teacher, Most Of All I Loved Your Comedic Personality, You Made Everyday Of My Apprenticeship Fun & Educational, I Often Quote Your Comedy At Family & Friend Functions It's Always Going To Get A Laugh, I've Thought A Lot About You Lately Since I Haven't Seen You At The 25 Year Club Picnic In A While, Wish I Could Of Seen You At Least One More Time, But At least I'll Never Forget The Great Pete Gyerko, May You Rest In Heaven & Bless Your Family Thru This Sad Time, God Bless You Again My Friend !!
LARRY JANOVSKY
March 24, 2023
my name is larry janovsky; pete was my welding instructor at inland steel. he was a great teacher and a wonderful man. we worked hard but pete made it fun. what a good guy
Glenn Mauger
March 19, 2023
I will certainly miss my Uncle `Sonny´. He and his wife (my Aunt Marilyn) and their two children (Peter Jr and Karen, my cousins) played a big part in my life while I grew up in `the Region´. He and his family were excellent role models and helped teach me the true meaning of `family´. Rest in peace - and I hope to join you and the rest of our family when my time comes. Love You and Miss You and will still continue to send prayers your way!
Your Loving Nephew, Glenn&
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