Gerry W. Tomazin
Gerry W. Tomazin, age 71, of LaGrange Park, passed away on August 25, 2021. Beloved husband of Jean E. Tomazin (nee Swiedals) for a wonderful 40 years. Loving father of Patrick (Sara) Tomazin, Becky Tomazin, and Heather (Dave) Tomazin. Devoted grandfather of Lauren, Paige, Adam, Tessa, and Johnny. Dear brother of Nancy, Bonnie, Leslie, and Tammy. Fond friend of many.
Gerry was a retired carpenter from the Local Union 1185. He will be remembered for his generosity, love of life and family. He touched many lives with his wonderful smile, positive attitude, and whistling spirit.
Visitation 4:00 to 8:00pm Wednesday, September 1st at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Chapel prayers 9:15am Thursday, September 2nd at the funeral home, processing to St. Cletus Church, LaGrange for 10:00am Mass, which will be officiated by Rev. Elmer Romero. Masks are encouraged to wear at the funeral home and at church. Mass will be available via livestream at https://www.youtube.com/user/stcletusparish. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. For further service information: 708-352-6500.
Rest peacefully my dear friend
I will surely miss my best friend and
“Brother”. No one ever or will take your place. Love, Andy and Karen
Nice guy !! I remember meeting him!!!with other family members.
My thoughts and prayers to the Tomazin Family. Gerry will be missed by so many, he loved with all his heart and always showed it through hugs, kisses and tears. He once told me his family is his everything. I will miss that big smile of his. ❤️
We love u Big Ger. Love u the Wrecking Crew. U gave us that name and we love that u drive us all around and many laughs u gave the Wrecking crew. (SWIEDALS SISTERS) we truly will miss u. REST IN peace.
We will always have u in our Hearts thank u for driving miss daisy the Wrecking crew . U gave us that name and we will never forget. Love u always rest in peace the Wrecking crew ( swiedals sisters)
Our sincere condolences to the whole Tomazin family. Gerry was a lover of music, parties, and always made us feel welcome to join in the fun. With love and prayers for peace, Lori, Jeff & boys
Big Ger was truly a great guy. I’d look forward to seeing him at every function my schedule would allow me to make. Big Ger was not only a friend but one of a few people in my life that I would call a mentor. Big Ger took me under his wing at a tough point in my life and schooled me in skills that I would take with me the rest of my life! He will always be dear to me and Karin , remembered forever!!!!
You will be missed by so many, I feel honored to have been your friend.
Love, Patti
Our deepest condolences to Gerry’s family.
My deepest condolences to Jean, Becky and Patrick.
I worked with Gerry almost exclusively for 15+ years. We worked side by side. He was an excellent floor mechanic and made me a better installer. He used to say that we were the “A” team. I miss you my friend. Rest In Peace.
Ha, I remember he used to talk about “the wrecking crew”
~JOE~
Gerrys warm loving smile and genuine hugs will be with us always.
My deepest condolences to the whole Tomazin family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I have a lot of memories of your dad and all the cool things he built! There was the coolest jungle gym and tire swing in the backyard. He was always such a nice person. Remember all the great memories you had with him. Hugs to all!
so sorry for your loss
thoughts, prayers and love to all of the beautiful Tomazin family
would love the opportunity to chat with the girls if any of you are interested
God Speed
Sending love and prayers to your entire family! Gerry was always such a kind man!
He was a kind and generous person this will leave a hole in our heart for a long time he will be missed my best friend.
Jerry was the best. Did many jobs for us. This makes me sad….
My condolences and love to all of Gerry’s family. Though I’ve only been a neighbor since May, Gerry made quite a large impact in my heart. I haven’t had any family around for a long time and having Gerry next door felt a bit like having family next door.
He was the 1st to welcome us to the block. He showed me the ropes on getting started on cleaning up and fixing this old house. He was always ready to lend a tool and definitely always smiling. He pumped water out of my backyard when I wasn’t home and we were getting a massive downpour and it was amazing to me how truly selfless and helpful he was. One day I said “I don’t know how I’m going to figure all this out” and he said “you’ll get by with a little help from a friend” I imagine he was that friend to everyone he encountered. I always looked forward to seeing his smile and wave and I will miss him dearly.
Love, Sky (318 Newberry)
So sorry for your loss. Cousin Gerry was always such fun. He always stuck up for me when I would get yelled at as a rambunctious child. Moving to California in the mid 70s I lost touch with most of my Chicago relatives. My mother, Gerry’s Auntie Jeanette (92 years old) attended a family get together recently. Mom raved nonstop about how wonderful, compassionate and caring Gerry was to her. She is so sad she didn’t have more time to spend with him. Rest In Peace cousin ❤️
We love you Papa Gerry. Emma will miss running to give you the biggest hugs when she sees you across the street.
We love you all Tomazins and take comfort in knowing Gerry is still watching over all of you from above ❤️🕊
My condolences to all of Gerrys family. He will be missed by many, especially the big smile when ever I saw him. Rest In Peace!
Dear Brother. You left us way too soon. We had vacations planned, musicals to attend and dinners scheduled to keep in touch. Everywhere I look in my townhouse, you are there. My “Gerry-style” bathroom, my beautiful kitchen, you are everywhere. Thank God I have so many memories to hold on to. I know you are in heaven with Uncle Billy having a great time but not being able to talk to you will be so tough. We will take care of Jean, Becky, Pat and Sara. I love you and will miss you but I will see you again. 😥😥
So sorry to see you go my friend. Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Jean and the rest of the family, one of the oldest families in our old neighborhood.
So very sorry and sad to hear this! Loved seeing his cheery self and admired the closeness of your family. Prayers of strength to the family at this rough time. Xo
To Bonnie and Joseph Del Preto and Melissa and Josh Jernigan,
Family, our connection to history. The teachers of love and life. Our first friends. Our roots in our traditions that we pass along and our guide in making new ones with our new family as they come along. Brothers, Sisters, Uncles, nieces and nephews, parents, these are the guide post and rest stops on our earthly journey. When one is no longer here to share and guide there is a space but there is also all they have shared and taught that remains for us to remember.
Sorry for your lose, glad for you all to have held him dear.
Lu and Jerry Fischer Sr.
A true friend for 50+ years, Gerry always greeted you with a sincere hug and a smile. Like St. Joseph, Gerry was a fine carpenter, great teacher, devoted family man and a true Christian. Now whenever I see songbirds I will be remined of you. Rest in peace, my friend.
I am very sorry to hear of Gerry.
My thoughts are with you and your family
At this most difficult time.
Rest in peace
our dear cousin Gerry’s smile and personality would light up a room or the outdoors , where ever he was.
He would talk to any body and every body. there will be a great party in heaven when Gerry meets up with his uncle Billy. Rest in Peace dear Gerry. We will miss you greatly. Frank B. Zeglin and Family
Our condolences to Jean and the rest of the family. We are so saddened to learn of the death of such a kind hearted man. Gerry was our neighbor for many years, and was always willing to help us at a moments notice. Always the teacher, taking our young son under his wing and letting him tag along in the yard while Gerry was working on projects. He was selfless, fun, quick witted, and just an all around great person. My favorite memory of Gerry was how much he hated the tree in our yard. This provided years of fun banter between us until he finally took it down. We will miss you Gerry. We are all better to have known you.
The Kosey’s
I’m going to miss Jerry very much. He was the best!! Great person. Loved working with him i projects and just being there for each other when we needed something. Loved the time of they year when he got sausages and would alway ask me if I wanted him to get me some. Truly an awesome human Person. The world has lost one of the best.
Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all…..
So So sad…
Sharing your loss and sending a hug from my heart to yours…
Our old neighborhood family loss one of our earthly stars…
but the gift of Gerry’s life will forever be with any of us who had the pleasure of knowing him…
He was simply the BEST!!!
He was a “One of a Kind Great Guy” …
He’s now given heaven a whole NEW ATTITUDE!!!!
There are stars up above so far away we only see their light.
And so it is with people we loved–
Their memories keep shining ever brightly though their time with us is done…
The stars that light up the darkest night…
these are the lights that guide us as we live our days, these are the ways… we remember…
Shine on Ger *YOU* will never be forgotten…
Thank you for being part of our world…xoxo
I’m sorry I couldn’t be there at the funeral, but I’m glad I was able to see it live-stream. . It was the most beautiful and heartfelt service I’ve ever seen. Such a wonderful tribute to such an amazing guy. Gerry, you will truly be missed. I may not have seen you all the time, but when I did, it was always a great time. I will always remember you teasing me about all kinds of things and us talking about Tony Ocean. You were always a good time. I never saw you in a bad mood. Rest In Peace, Gerry. I know you’re free of all pain now and celebrating with all your loved ones. Party on in your new and wonderful life. Love you 😇😘
Tomazin Family, Sorry for your loss. I worked with Gerry at Midwest Floors, he was a great guy.
Sorry to hear about the passing of Jerry. Many memories from the old neighborhood, parties at the tavern and
great memories of St. Stephens.
Jerry did our rugs many years ago in Willow Springs. Prayers to your family, long time members of St. Cletus.
Sandra Bailey, Macander
Dear Jean and Tomazin family, I just learned of this sad news today. Gerry did a beautiful bathroom in our home in Jan-Feb this year and we planned to have him back this fall. He was the best — beautiful work and just a nice, honest man. We enjoyed having him around and his banter with his helpers. He talked about you all so lovingly and my heart breaks for you. Rest In Peace, Gerry.