Jerry J. Medo Jr., 77, died peacefully surrounded by family at his home on July 7, 2020.
Jerry was born in Chicago on January 28, 1943, to parents Jerry and Anna (nee Gorski) Medo. He married his childhood sweetheart, Gloria (nee Kraynak) on December 29, 1962 and together they raised four children. Jerry was a hard-working family man who loved to cook for his family. He was known for his bowtie salad and for making the absolute best pizza. When he wasn’t cooking, Jerry loved to camp in Wild Rose, Wisconsin and many fond memories were made there.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Gloria, his children, Debra (Darrin) Mindak, Cheryl Richardson, Gerald Medo (Sue Grubbs), and Christine (Mark) Hagen, his grandchildren, Jennifer, Nicholas, Tyler, Taylor, and Joseph, his sister Beatrice (Chesley) Larson, his brother-in-law, Bill Eckenroth, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Eckenroth.
A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2020 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. followed by a short prayer service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jerry’s name can be made to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation https://www.curemeso.org/donate/donate-online/
For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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Jerry was such a card. Always made me laugh. He will be missed by so many. My heart goes out to his wife Gloria and all the family. Sending prayers.
Jerry you will surely be missed by many. I am so glad we were close and had many many good times. You were one heck of a fun guy to be with. Our sincere condolences goes to the immediate family. Love you!
Rest peacefully uncle Jerry u scared me as a kid but I loved u... say hi to my mom and dad.To my wonderful aunt and cousins my extreme heartfelt condolences I love u all❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
My heart goes out to aunt Gloria, Debbie, Cheryl, Jerry, Crissy, he was a great example of family man. I know your hearts are heavy but we are always here for you.
My condolences to the Medo family my heart goes out to Gloria and her time of need we have many good times with Jerry and we will always remember them may he rest In peace ❤️❤️
Deepest condolences to the Medo family. Uncle Jerry was someone we always looked up to for his strength and hard work to support his family. He will always be admired and never forgotten. God blessed him here on earth and will live enteral life in heaven.
We was deeply saddened by the news of Jerrys passing. Words cannot express our sorrow. We sent our prayers to you
So sad to hear of uncle Jerry’s passing .... I am so proud to call him my uncle ... my heart goes out to the whole Medo family , Aunt Gloria , cousins Debbie , Cheryl, Jerry and Crissy ❤️❤️❤️I’m sure he is having a blast right now with my mom in heaven
Our deepest condolences. May you find peace and strength in God, Family and Friends.
Please accept our condolences for your loss!
Jerry was a fun guy and I remember him when we played softball and hung out in buck town his favorite name for me was the beak, you rest in piece and you will be missed by many.
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories give you peace and comfort. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
We are so going to miss seeing Jerry's smiling face and hearing his infectious laugh at the camp in Wild Rose. We were blessed to have known Jerry and share many stories with him under the stars and around the campfire. Our prayers are with Gloria and Jerry's family.
I'm so sorry to hear my friend is gone. I know the pain I iost my wife in April.
Debbie, my condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Our sincere condolences to the Medo and Mindak family ..... God Bless .... ❤
So very sorry to hear our good friend Jerry passed. We had many great years living next door to Jerry and Gloria. Jerry loved good food and good friends. I will miss his doctored up Jewel pizzas and staying up late by the bonfire. We will miss you greatly Jerry. Sending Love and Peace to Gloria and the Medo family.
Much sympathy and love for the entire Medo family.