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Gerald Lukasik Obituary

Lukasik, Gerald

Gerald Lukasik, age 81, beloved husband of Frances nee Stagg; loving father of Kim Lukasik, and Noelle (Anthony) Shannon; adored Papa of Jack, Aidan, and Alex; dearest brother of Larry (Evie) Lukasik, and Paul (Elaine) Lukasik. Fond godfather, uncle, and friend of many. Visitation Friday Jan. 7, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles. Funeral Saturday Jan. 8, 2022 at 10:45 AM to St. Juliana Church Mass 11:30 AM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations to Chicago Police Memorial Foundation and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital appreciated. Funeral info: 847-966-7302 or www.skajafuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 6, 2022.
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Aaron Laura and Maya

January 7, 2022

So sorry for the loss of our dear cousin Gerald. You are all in my prayers.

Denise Szymczyk

Family

January 7, 2022

My deepest sympathies to your family on your loss. You are all In my prayers during this difficult time

Danielle Galardi (Cardinal)

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January 6, 2022

Frankie, Kim & Joelle, Jack, Aiden, & Alex - I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Jerry was always so incredibly kind to me. I am at a loss for words - I hope you can find comfort knowing how much he absolutely adored his family.

Kim (Cliff) Anderson

January 6, 2022

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7

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Skaja Terrace Funeral Home - Niles

7812 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Niles, IL 60714

Jan

8

Funeral

10:45 a.m.

Skaja Terrace Funeral Home - Niles

7812 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Niles, IL 60714

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8

Funeral Mass

11:30 a.m.

St. Juliana Church

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Skaja Terrace Funeral Home - Niles

7812 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Niles, IL 60714

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