Gerald "Jerry" Teske

Gerald L. “Jerry” Teske, 68, of Manteno, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025, at his home. He was born February 6, 1957, the son of Melvin J. and Violet J. (Langreder) Teske. On June 13, 1981, he married Cheryl D. Bock. He retired from Homewood Disposal as a Union Truck Driver. Jerry was a family man and loved to do anything that included his family. He enjoyed camping, throwing bags, NASCAR, and took pride in his yard and flowers. He also loved cooking out and drinking a nice cold Busch Light. Jerry is survived by his beloved wife, Cheryl D. Teske of Manteno; two sons, Rich (Tina) Teske of Manteno and Mark (Tricia Taylor) Teske of Kankakee; grandson, Landon Teske; sisters, Rosemary Zoller of Beecher and Peggy Bruns of Beecher; sisters-in-law, Stephanie (Gilbert) Covington of Kankakee and Lynda Burchardt of Manteno; as well as many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Howard M. Teske and Richard J. Teske Sr.; and sister, Judith A. Zazzetti. A celebration of life will be held Friday, June 20, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Brown-Jensen Funeral Home, Manteno. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Heart Association.