Obituaries
Gerard Seyler
May 16, 1947 - September 12, 2017
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VISITATION
September 15, 2017 | 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM - Yurs Funeral Home
- September 16, 2017 | 10:00 AM
- Yurs Funeral Home
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Burial Location
Oak Hill Cemetery
Obituary
Gerard Seyler, age 70, of Elburn, died Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born May 16, 1947 in Paris, France. The son of the late Peter and Janine Seyler.
Gerard attended Illinois Institute of Technology earning at B.S. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
He is survived by his wife Carmen. Children, Jeanne (Fred) Allen of Gilberts Il. Jennifer (Eric) Griffin of Elmhurst, and Peter Seyler of St. Charles. His grandchildren, Wylie Allen of Gilberts, Casey Allen of Gilberts, Major Griffin of Elmhurst, and Levi Griffin of Elmhurst. Also his sister, Sylvia (Joseph) Strazz of Fountain Hills, AZ and a brother, Bruce Seyler of Walkerton, IN.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 8:00 PM Friday at Yurs Funeral Home 1771 W. State Street (Rte 38) Geneva. Funeral Services will be 10:00 A.M. Saturday at the funeral home.
Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery Geneva. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association 7272 Greenville Ave Dallas TX. 75231
To leave an online condolence or remembrance to the family, visit the funeral homes’ obituary page at www.yursfuneralhomes.com. For more information, please call Yurs Funeral Home Geneva, 630-232-7337.
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Marta & Carlos Meléndez from Bayamón, P.R, AL
"Carmen , lamentamos mucho tu pérdida. Deseamos de todo corazón que Dios te fortalezca y te permita sanar este dolor. CuÃdate mucho . Dios te Bendiga Siempre!!"
Moffat Family from Gilberts , IL
" We are so very sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you and your family! "
Jim and Ruth Clapper from Lynchburg, VA
"Sorry to hear of Gerard's death. Our sympathies extended to his family. "
Amanda and Jason De La Cruz from Coal Valley, IL
"Sending love and prayers to your family! You are in our thoughts during this time."
Matt Ortiz from Saint Charles , IL
"I'll never forget the conversations I had with Gerald on Sunday wrestling. He was a great guy . Hard nosed true man . His dedication for his grandsons was admirable ."
Tony and Kimmi Randazzo from Lake in the hills, IL
"Sending prayers to all Gerard's family. What a great man, he will be missed. Rest In Peace The Randazzo's "
Bill Handt & Family from Gilberts , IL
"were so sorry for your loss. we know how special Gerard was and how much he meant to his grandkids. he will be forever missed. RIP Gerard"
Irma and Pepito from Montgomery, IL
"Carmen, We are so deeply saddened and heart broken to hear about Gerard. He was a very good and caring person. He will always be in our heart. Carmen we are here for you always. We love you dearly! Irma & Pepito "
Marty Olson from Wauconda, IL
"So sorry to hear about Gerry's passing. I met Gerry in 1970 when we joined the 12th Special Forces U.S. Army Reserve unit. We went through basic training together and enjoyed each other's company while living away from home. The last we saw of each other was in 1976 when our 6-year term was completed. He was a great guy."
The Szlenk Family from Hampshire, IL
"We are so shocked and so sorry to hear about this! Gerard was a great man and it was an honor to have known him. We will cherish the great memories we have of him and so will my boys that loved having him as a coach. He was such an AWESOME Mentor to so many wrestlers and so dedicated to his grandchildren... never had I seen such a dedicated man in my life! Wonderful Memories we will never forget!! WE WILL MISS YOU !! "
June Johnson from Arlington Heights, IL
"Carmen so sorry for your loss. My sincere sympathy. Knew you from MF and Macys"
Richy Rivera from Chicago, IL
"Gerry rest in peace ✌🾠with our Lord and Savior. Glad you made it to my art show this past summer, it was an honor to have you drop by! "
MarÃa Isabel Rivera Berrios from Barranquitas , PR, AL
"Carmen lo lamento mucho. Dios te de la fortaleza para sobrellevar este dolor. Te quiero mucho."
Brian and Chris Fiorito from Woodstock, IL
"We are so shocked and saddened to hear about Gerard's passing. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. "
Ross Beattie from Gilberts, IL
"Jeanne, I'm truly sorry to hear of your Father's passing my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "
Candace and Derek Kirtzic from montgomery, IL
"We will always miss and love you Gerard. Family get togethers will never be the same without you."
Jim Pellegrino from Lake in the Hills, IL
"Love the Gramps! I spent so many countless Sundays alongside him as well as 3 nights a week at practice for so many years. We shared some good times and great laughs! Such a wonderful person and awesome grandfather to the boys. He will be missed greatly by all!!!!"
Evelyn Colon from Montgomery, IL
"So sorry to here about Gerry's passing. He was a good man. Carmen I am here for you. Sending Prayers you way. Love you! "
Michael and Joni Griffin from Moline, IL
"Dearest Jen, Erica and family, Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. "
brenda Zange from woodstock, IL
"I will miss this guy!! ⤠Sincere condolences Jeanne, Wylie & Casey😢"
Anthony and Heidi Fontanetta from Crystal Lake, IL
"We are deeply saddened and shocked by the news of Gerard's passing! He was a dedicated Coach and friend! We were always in such awe of his dedication to his family including his grandsons and their wrestling careers. He will be greatly missed!!!! RIP (Grandpa Wizard)"
Daniel & Sharon Apanavicius from Pottsville , AR
"I am so sorry for your loss. "