Gerald "Jerry" Cissna's obituary , Passed away on September 22, 2025 in Tinley Park, Illinois

Gerald "Jerry" Cissna

August 13, 1945 - September 22, 2025 (80 years old)

Tinley Park, Illinois

Gerald "Jerry" Cissna's obituary , Passed away on September 22, 2025 in Tinley Park, Illinois

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Lawn Funeral Home Ltd.

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Gerald "Jerry" Cissna

August 13, 1945 - September 22, 2025 (80 years old)

Tinley Park, Illinois

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Gerald Cissna Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gerald Cissna of Tinley Park, Illinois, who passed away on September 22, 2025 at the age of 80. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerald Cissna to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid adieu to Gerald's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Gerald has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his spouse Jackie; his children, Wendy Wortel (Dan) and Dale Cissna (Astrid); his grandchildren, Megan Wortel, Missy Gaynor (Pat) and Jake Wortel (Stacey); his great grandchild Kendall; his siblings, Pat Krass and June Blank; and his sister-in-law Bonnie Sikorski (late Corky).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lawn Funeral Home Ltd.



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September 23, 2025

Sandy Stanek wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Mrs Cissna, Wendy, and Dale I will always remember such great times spent with Mr Cissna and all of you in my childhood. I am so grateful I recently was able to see him, talk about old times and embrace. I am so sorry for you loss, with deepest sympathy, love Sandy (Cernava) Stanek”


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Sep 26

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Lawn Funeral Home - Tinley Park
17909 S 94th Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60487

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Lawn Funeral Home - Tinley Park
17909 S 94th Ave, Tinley Park, IL 60487

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