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Gerald Hacker Obituary

Hacker, Sr., Gerald J. "Opps" Age 72. U.S. Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of Andrea "Bunny" (nee Oliva); Devoted father of Jerry Jr. (Alison) and Mark (Mindy); Loving grandfather of Olivia, Sam, Madison and Cristian. Dear brother of Joanne Anastasia. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends. 42 years of service with Westinghouse/Schindler Elevator Co. Visitation Friday 4-9PM at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Saturday, 9:30AM Mass at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel, 7740 S. Western Ave., Chicago. No morning visitation at funeral home. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708) 974-4410

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 4, 2012.

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Ron Schloss

October 13, 2012

Dear Bunny and Family, we are so saddened with your loss and ours. I enjoyed working with Gerry at the Gateway Buildings in the 1960's when I was across the river. I used to kid him about his never ending questions about elevators. I will miss him. Ron & Rosalie Schloss

October 7, 2012

Dear Bunny and family, sending deepest sympathy, I will keep you in you in my prayers, may you find peace. Sincerely, Mary Tucci

October 7, 2012

Dear Bunny,and cousin Jerry Jr.,
We are so sorry of the loss of your wonderful husband and devoted father.
what a fun loving man. May his memory be a blessing. Love,
Laurel and Barry Abramowicz and family

October 7, 2012

Dear Bunny:

Maggie and I were so saddened to hear of Gerry's passing. He was a great guy and I really loved working with him in those fun days in Chicago. I know you miss him and the only thing I can tell you is it will get easier over time. It's just really hard right now.
Our best to you and your family.
Bob and Maggie Duncan

Linda & Phil Pettice

October 6, 2012

Dear Bunny and family,

We are sadden to hear of the passing of cousin Jerry. Our prayers and sympathy are with you and your family. Jerry is at peace now, may the Lord bless you and your family during this grieving time.
Blessings, Linda & Phil Pettice

Don Miller

October 5, 2012

Bunny and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. He was a great neighbor since 1996 when we moved in across from both of you. You will be in our prayers and thoughts.

Thoms Fang and family

October 4, 2012

Bunny and family:
Sorry for your lose , Had the pleasure of working for him he will be missed.

October 4, 2012

I had the opportunity to work with Gerry in Chicago. He was a great guy and I am sure he will be missed Donald and Betty Lee

Dru Deering, Motorola Solutions

October 4, 2012

Mark and Family
So sorry for your loss - my sympathies to you and the family during this difficult time.

October 4, 2012

Dearest Bunny, Jerry Jr, Mark & Family,

May God bless you during this difficult time. Cousin Jerry will be truly missed. Espcially by my parents, who were so very fond of Jerry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love, Dale,Denise,Kyle,Kelly,& Lyric Sauter

October 4, 2012

To the family of Gerald J. Hacker Sr. In times of such deep grief may you always draw close to GOD. - James 4:8. My deepest condolences.

Ken Livinston

October 4, 2012

To The Hacker Family-
I had the honor of working and knowing Gerald through my working years and we share the sorrow of your loss.

God Speed.

Lee Ann and Ken Livingston

Daniels Family

October 4, 2012

Deepest sympathies are offered on your dear loss. During this difficult time "Draw close to God and He will draw close to you,". James 4:8

David Gaidas and Family

October 4, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Ted Shank

October 4, 2012

Bunny and Family
So sorry for your loss. Jerry was not only a good boss, but a good friend as well. God's blessings to you at this time.

Randall Denning

October 4, 2012

One is not gone as long as there is one to remember.

Rich and Pam Roth

October 3, 2012

Bunny and family- Surprised, shocked and saddened to hear this news.
We are so sorry for your loss.

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