Paul F. Gerike's obituary , Passed away on May 11, 2025 in Bloomington, Illinois

Paul F. Gerike

August 5, 1952 - May 11, 2025 (72 years old)

Bloomington, Illinois

Paul F. Gerike's obituary , Passed away on May 11, 2025 in Bloomington, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
KIBLER-BRADY-RUESTMAN MEMORIAL HOME

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Paul F. Gerike

August 5, 1952 - May 11, 2025 (72 years old)

Bloomington, Illinois

Paul F. Gerike Obituary

We are sad to announce that on May 11, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Paul F. Gerike (Bloomington, Illinois). Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Paul F. Gerike to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Rev. Victor F. and Lila A. (Bartelt); his siblings, Kirby and Alice; and his granddaughter Lila.

He is survived by: his wife Ruth (Thomas); his children, Jennifer (Ryan Niezgoda) and Brad Gerike; his stepsons, Mike Anderson and Tom Anderson (Michelle); his daughter Rachel Barnes; his grandchildren, Sierra, Brendan, Camden, Dawson, Dominick, Briana, Alyssa and Jason; and his siblings, Henry, Tim (Sue) and Roxanne (Mike Heiliger). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations/memorials be made to Good Shepherd in Paul's memory.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
KIBLER-BRADY-RUESTMAN MEMORIAL HOME



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May 15

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
3516 White Eagle Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704

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May 16

Visitation

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
3516 White Eagle Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704

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May 16

Funeral service

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
3516 White Eagle Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704

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