John Kerpan's obituary , Passed away on February 22, 2026 in Waukegan, Illinois

John Kerpan

February 22, 2026

Waukegan, Illinois

John Kerpan's obituary , Passed away on February 22, 2026 in Waukegan, Illinois

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John Kerpan Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 22, 2026 we had to say goodbye to John Kerpan of Waukegan, Illinois. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor John's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

He was predeceased by: his wife Elenore; his parents, Joe Kerpan and Estelle Kerpan; and his sister Janet Kerpan. He is survived by: his partner Gerry Knapowski; his daughter Kim Wilkens (Mark); and his grandchildren, Adam Wilkens (Hannah Hendrickson), Kevin Wilkens (Melissa) and Katie Wilkens.

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Feb 27

Visitation

Gurnee Salata Funeral Home
4190 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

Sat

Feb 28

Visitation

St. Dismas Catholic Church
2600 Sunset Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087

Sat

Feb 28

Funeral Mass

St. Dismas Catholic Church
2600 Sunset Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087

Sat

Feb 28

Burial

Ascension Cemetery
1920 W Buckley Rd, Libertyville, IL 60030

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