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Gary Wilt Obituary

Wilt, Gary age 59, of North Riverside; Riverside Township Supervisor, Veteran U.S. Air Force 1964-1968, beloved husband of Vera A. (nee Jandacek), devoted father of Adam and Alix, fond son of the late Joseph and Agnes (nee Hrabak) Wilt, dear brother of the late Frank Wilt, brother-in-law of Anthony (Carmella) Jandacek, Marie (Stanley) Smelhaus and Petr (Louise) Jandacek, fond uncle of Monique (Eric) Sattler, Gina (Josh) Warren, Kim Wilt, Jana (Petko) Conev, Stan J. (Carrie) Peters, Helen Otcenasek, Camille (James) Pinnotti, Tatianna (James) Dickens, Andrew and Antonia Jandacek. Visitation Monday, February 16, 2 to 9 p.m. and Tuesday, February 17, from 9 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. in Riverside Town Hall, 27 Riverside Rd., Riverside, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials to charity of your choice appreciated. Private cremation. For information Svec & Sons Funeral Home, 708-484-2050 or 773-242-2027.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 16, 2004.

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Carol Dorsch (Vojtik)

March 17, 2004

Dear Vera,

I was shocked and in disbelief when I recently heard of Gary's passing. I had to check here online for myself. Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. Please also extend my condolences to Adam & Alix. You are in my thoughts.

Sincerely,

Carol

Adam Yurkiw

February 19, 2004

Dear Vera, Adam and Alix,

Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. It was my privlege to know Gary. He did so much for the township that he loved. If I had to describe Gary in one word, it would be "caring". He will be missed by so many people who respected and loved him.



Adam Yurkiw Township Collector

Julie Tobias-Wagner

February 18, 2004

Vera (and family)



Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm sorry I couldn't get down to the service but if there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.

Ann Lousin

February 18, 2004

Dear Vera, I was very sorry to read of your loss. I remember meeting Gary at your home about fifteen years ago, and, of course, I have heard about your family from Marie and Stan over the years. Please accept my deepest sympathy

Julia Hickey

February 17, 2004

Dear Adam, Vera and Alix,

I am extremely sorry about your loss. I know how hard it is and I want you to know that there are so many people here for you and looking after you. If you ever need anything-even just to talk-please don't hesitate to call or stop by. My mother and I are more than happy to help.

Na Zdar

The Krupka and Mallers Families

February 17, 2004

We were deeply saddened to learn of Gary's death. Sorry we didn't hear early enough to attend the visitation. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Stan Yonkauski

February 17, 2004

I was saddened to hear of Gary's passing. You expect your friends to carry on through life as long as you are living. A friend's passing is reminds us of our own mortality. Gary, for the time I knew him, was always upbeat and vibrant and that is how we, as friends, will remember him. Vera, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Cynthia Mojica

February 16, 2004

Dear Vera, Adam & Alix,

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of a truely kind and wonderful man. He was well liked and will be truely missed by all.

He lived his life with vitality and zest, I'm sure he has no regrets. Heaven is surely a wonderful place!

Herb Gardner

February 16, 2004

I was both stunned--and saddened to learn of Gary's untimely death. He was a very good guy in my "book" and an excellent township leader. My very deepest sympathy to all of you!

Mary Lee

February 16, 2004

Dear Vera, Adam and Alix:



On behalf of all the Seniors who attend the "Senior Drop In" session on Friday mornings at the North Riverside Library, we express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Husband and Dad.



He was a wonderful man and respected by all. Our membership will continue to grow and be always reminded that Gary was the inspiration of our group...which was one of his favorite programs.



We will miss him at our Anniversary and Christmas luncheons. Thanks Gary for all that you've done for us.

Anne Burknap

February 16, 2004

Dear Vera, Adam and Alix:

Accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Bob and Anne Burknap

Annette Corgiat

February 16, 2004

Dear Vera and Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy to you. He was a fine man and very dedicated to what he loved.



He will be dearly missed.

Annette and Tom Corgiat

Helen Jablonski

February 16, 2004

Riverside Township put on a new cloak under Gary's leadership. PeopleCare and I appreciate being a small part of the growth with him. He will be missed.

JEAN HRUBY

February 16, 2004

Dearest Vera, Adam and Alix;

We are so saddened by your loss. Please know that you are in our prayers today and always. Gary was a true Sokol and a great example of a husband and father. He will be missed by many.

With deepest sympathy,

Your friends from Sokol Berwyn-Slavsky,

Jean Hruby, Jenna & Maria Vondrasek

Charles Bastl

February 16, 2004

Dear Vera, Adam & Alix please accept my deepesst heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your husband and father.

Love

Charlie

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