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Eugene Kerekes

Eugene Kerekes

  • December 13, 1929 - April 7, 2011
  • Bonita Springs, Florida
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“To all the Kerekes Family : We are so sorry for you're loss for you're Father. We are thinking of you all now in this time of sorrow. The moments...Read More » ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Scott And Deb Standen - friend

“Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: Raynelle and Jerry BOzicevich

“Renee and Family, Please except my condolencences in the passing of your father. May it help you to know others care. You are all in my thoughts...Read More » ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: Sondra Hyatt - Elyria, OH

“My sympathies go to you and your family. This can be a trying time but if you believe that he is in a better place it will make your grieving easier. ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: Penny Herdman - Elyria, OH

“Dear Mary & Family, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies. Many times the Kerekes name comes up here at the bowling center. People...Read More » ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: Mary Lou & Bob Poli - Lorain, OH

“Dear Family, So sorry to read about Gene's passing! You were are former neighbors!! That seems like such a long time ago! We do have fond...Read More » ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Ronald and Arlene Towne - Amherst, OH

“Dearest Family of Mr. Kerekes I join with so many people who knew Big Gene in offering my deepest sympathy on his passing. Although it is of...Read More » ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: Terry Hamm - Westerville, OH

“I was really saddened to hear that Gene had passed away. I've known him since I was a very young boy growing up in Amherst. My Father, Howard Werner,...Read More » ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: Carl Werner - Vermilion, OH

“Northeim Family- Our deepest sympathies for the loss of you Father and Grandfather. ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: The Meyer Family - Amherst, OH

“Julie and Greg, I haven't see you in ages, but saw the notice in the paper and wanted to extend my sympathies to you both. May your cherished...Read More » ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Cheryl Kirsch Gabanic - OH

“Julie & Greg, My deepest sympathy at the loss of your dad. Father's are a part of the family that cannot be replaced. The memories and time will...Read More » ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Michele Beko - Lorain, OH

“I was Gene's letter carrier for years when he was on East Martin, loved talking Browns with him, He was a great guy, always looking out for me. ...Read More » ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: Nancy Denslow - Vermilion, OH

“So sorry to hear about your Father's passing. We remember the good old Shady Dr. days. Again, our deepest sympathy. Bill & Polly Makinen ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: Bill & Polly Makinen - amherst, OH


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Gene Kerekes, formerly of Lorain and Amherst, passed away on April 7, 2011, in Florida due to a brief illness.

He was born in Lorain on December 13, 1929 and attended Lorain city Schools. He graduated from Wentworth Military Academy in 1948, where he competed in track and swimming. He then joined the U.S. Air Force.

On April 28, 1951, he married Dorothy Zvosec and moved to Amherst. He operated Kerekes Café which became known for his roast beef sandwiches.

Gene retired from the Avon Lake Ford Plant. He was a member of the UAW Local 2000 and 425. He also had served as a volunteer firefighter for the City of Amherst. He was a lifelong member of the Elks, was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, a member of Eagles, Amvets, I.A.V., and American Legion. He also was a member of the Amherst and Florida “Browns Backers”.

While living in this area, he was a member of the former St. Ladislaus Church in Lorain, St. Joseph Church in Amherst and also a St. Leo Catholic Church in Florida. He was extremely proud of his Hungarian Heritage and spoke the language fluently.

He enjoyed hunting, traveling through Europe and Jamaica, attending ethnic church picnics and telling stories about his childhood in Lorain.

He is survived by his son, Eugene Kerekes II; his daughters, Renee (Mike) May, Julie (Greg) Peltz, Mary (Greg) Northeim, of Amherst; his grandchildren, Mike (Jessica) May, Bryan May, Allison Peltz, Gregory Peltz II, Gabrielle Northeim, Elizabeth Northeim; his sister, Helen Nemeth and brother, Joe Kerekes.
He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy (nee Zvosec), his parents, Joseph and Helen (nee Ger) Kerekes and his sister, Yvonne Kerekes.
A private Catholic service, for the immediate family, was held on April 16th at Calvary Cemetery in Lorain.

In memory of their beloved father, Eugene (Gene) Kerekes, the family is asking for memorial contributions to be made to: Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio, 7445 Deer Trail Lane, Lorain, OH 44053.

Family and friends may leave online condolences at www.dovinreberjones.com.