Geraldine “Gerri” Loonan, 79, of Huntley, died peacefully, September 30, 2020 with her family by her side.
Visitation will be on Saturday, October 3, 2020 from 10:30am- 11:30am with a funeral service held at 11:30am all at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. Inurnment will be at St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Gerri was born January 14, 1941 in Waterloo, Iowa the daughter of Frank and Irene Kielty. On August 20, 1960 she married Gary Loonan, the couple celebrated 60 years of marriage. Gerri was small in stature but strong in spirit. She could light up a room. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend who will be missed by all who knew her. Gerri will remain a silent beacon of un-selfish love & honor.
She is survived by her husband, Gary, her children Linda (Bob) Paster, Cindy Davies and Patricia Loonan, by her grandchildren, Danielle (Brett) Buntrock, Dane (Kahla) Paster, Joe (Sammi) Davies, Jenna (Brandon) Noble, and Riley Johnson, by her great grandchildren, Finn, Llewlyn, Jovie, Sophia and Amelia and also by her sister, Mary Blough.
Gerri was preceded in death by her parents, Francis O’Connor, Jean, Robert Kielty and brother-in-law, Bud Blough.
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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What beautiful sentiment and sweet photo! Gerri will surely be missed. Our sympathy to the entire family.
What beautiful sentiment and sweet photo! Gerri will surely be missed. Our sympathy to the entire family.
What beautiful sentiment and sweet photo! Gerri will surely be missed. Our sympathy to the entire family.
A loving obituary for a loving and caring woman. I only had the pleasure of spending time with this lovely woman at a few family functions at Bob and Linda's home.Gerri was sincere genuine and a beautiful spirit. Yes he did light up a room with her smile and her enormous heart. My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Loonan and Paster family.
A loving obituary for a loving and caring woman. I only had the pleasure of spending time with this lovely woman at a few family functions at Bob and Linda's home.Gerri was sincere genuine and a beautiful spirit. Yes she did light up a room with her smile and her enormous heart. My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Loonan and Paster family.
Our sincere condolences to all of the Loonan family. Gerri was our first friend when we moved to Huntley. Both Gerri & Gary have been loyal & precious friends ever since our first meeting more than 20 years ago. We remember so many great visits & laughs together & especially her helpful attitude. In our time of great need Gerri was there for us to help in the middle of the night. we We are forever grateful for her friendship . Rest Peacefully In The Arms Of Our Savior; Dear friend Gerri
I am sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. May the Lord give you and your family strength and peace during this time of change.
Our deepest sympathy to Gerri's family and friends.
You and your family have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Gerri. You were also the first to come and welcome us to our new home 19-1/2 yrs. ago. You are all in our thoughts and prayers! God Bless!
Gary and family....So sorry to hear of Gerry’s death. I remember her bright smile and know she was well-loved by her family. Thoughts and prayers to you....
We are saddened to hear of Gerri's passing. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to the entire Loonan and Paster family.
So sorry for your loss.
Kahla and Dane so sorry for your loss. I know it hurts so bad. Hope to celebrate her life with you soon.
My deepest sympathy to you Gary and your Family
My deepest sympathy to you Gary and your Family
Dear Gary and Family: Sorry to hear of Gerri’s passing. Thinking about how silly we were as kids and the fun we had together. We would walk to school in the morning and on our way home in the afternoon stop at Ernster Drug for a “green river.” We shared secrets and sometimes clothes. Thanks to Gerri for some great times and memories.