Gerald F. McMannis Obituary
We bid farewell to Gerald F. McMannis of Shorewood, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 15, 2024 at the age of 78. Gerald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerald F. McMannis to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Mary F. McMannis (Haines) and Charles McMannis; his wife Barbara McMannis (Williams); and his siblings, Billy, Gale, Walter "Wimpy" McMannis and Irene Minzler.
He is survived by: his children, Darla Kemnetz (Terry), Charlie McMannis, Chris Eddleblute (Kathy) and Robin Hardesty; his grandchildren, David Stinnette (Mirah), William Stinnette (Rachel), Mitchel Stinnette and Nikki Kemnetz; and his sister-in-law Judy Williams. He is also survived by four step-grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 22nd 2024 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Homes - Joliet (3200 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60431). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 22nd 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home (3200 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60431).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lightways Hospice (https://lightways.org), 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL 60431. For more information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.
