Gerald Popek

Gerald J. “Jerry” Popek, age 71, at rest August 21, 2025. Beloved husband of Patricia Popek, nee Tunney for 41 years; Loving dad of Brian (Anne) and Kevin (Kelly) Popek; Proud grandpa of Max and Reese; Devoted son of the late Harold and Marilyn Popek; Cherished nephew of the late James (Ceal) O’Connor; Dear cousin of many; Dearest brother-in-law of Peggy (George) Kupres, the late Mary Kay Tunney, Bob (Josie) Tunney, Anne (Roger Wollenzien) Tunney, Maureen (Tom) Ferrara and Colleen (Tim) Hayes; Fond uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews; Lifetime good friend to many; Proud graduate of St. Mary Star of the Sea and St. Rita High School. Memorial Visitation Saturday, August 30th from 9:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel, 7740 S. Western Ave., Chicago; For Funeral info 708-422-2700 or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.