Dave Zerkle Obituary
The world bids farewell to Dave Zerkle of Dundas, Illinois, departing on April 23, 2026 at the age of 80. Dave leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Zerkle and Gertrude Zerkle (Bennett); his wife Marianne Gentile; and his brother-in-law Joe Slater. He is survived by: his daughter Janilyn Travis (Rodney); his grandsons, Connor Travis (Carlie) of Olney, IL and Chase Travis (Ally Harness) of Olney, IL; his great grandchildren, Blakely, Brooks and Blair Travis; his sister Beverly Slater of New Douglas, IL; his nieces, Tiffany Doucette (Pat) of Katy, TX, Melissa Slater (Scott) of New Douglas, IL and Megan Andrews of Stuart, FL; and his great-nieces, Chloe Doucette, Josie Slater and Ophelia Guajardo.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Richland County H.O.P.E., Shriners Hospitals for Children or St. Joseph School Foundation Trust are encouraged.
