Gertrude Novak Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Gertrude Novak of Peru, Illinois is shared. Gertrude, born on January 19, 1926, passed away on October 11, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gertrude Novak to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Fred Drewitz and Florence Drewitz (Taylor); and her spouse Ignatius "Iggy" Novak. She is survived by: her children, Cindy Hooper (Edward) of Sarasota, FL, Connie Dutkiewicz (Dan) of Oglesby, Terry Novak (Joan) of Bradenton, FL and Richard "Dick" Novak of Tonica; her grandchildren, Brent, Kevin Dutkiewicz, Erik Novak, Shani Reardon (Hooper) and Stacy Feldman (Hooper); and her great grandchildren, Jim Reardon, Alex Feldman, Ella, Taylor, Hayley, Declan, Elsie Dutkiewicz and Emma Novak.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Hurst Funeral Home (650 5th St, La Salle, IL 61301). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be directed to the family or her church.
