Edward Gometz Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Edward Gometz of Chicago, Illinois, who passed away, on November 19, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edward Gometz to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dr. Modesto Gometz and Nilda Gometz (Aranda). He is survived by: his wife Shannon Lightner-Gometz; his children, Juliana and Gabriel; his brother Eric; his sister-in-law Carol; his niece Sofia; his nephews, Alexander and Nicolas of Ocala; and his friends, Ed, Shannon, Juliana and Gabriel. He is also survived by many extended family members and dear friends.
Ed was active in state and national efforts to improve nursing home quality, and was honored by Rush as a Health Care Hero for his efforts during Covid-19.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to Gilda's Club of Chicago (http://www.gildasclubchicago.org.), which provided Ed so much support during his cancer journey. And to his Gilda's Club friends: thank you. Other ways to honor Ed and his life include: Donating blood and platelets if and when you can.
