Hans Gestrich
June 15, 1936 - March 28, 2017
Hans Gestrich was born in Yugoslavia June 15, 1936, and died March 28, 2017. He was the beloved husband of Margaret, nee Reitz; loving father of Peter (Bernadette), John (Jori), and Irene (Tom Noonan); proud grandfather of Christopher, Ray, Hannah, Nikolas and Matthew; dear brother of Magdalena (Robert) Reichler in Germany. He's also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adam and Suzanna Gestrich and his brother, Joseph Gestrich. Visitation Fri., Mar. 31, 2017, 3-9 PM at Matz Funeral Home, 410 E. Rand Rd. Mt. Prospect. Lying in state Sat. from 9:30 AM until mass at 10:30 AM at St. Thomas Becket Church, 1321 Burning Bush Ln. Mt. Prospect. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Mr. Gestrich came to the United States in 1956 and was part of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 73 for over 40 years. In 1957 he co-founded the Real FC Soccer Club and was a member until his death.
Hans Gestrich was born in Yugoslavia June 15, 1936, and died March 28, 2017. He was the beloved husband of Margaret, nee Reitz; loving father of Peter (Bernadette), John (Jori), and Irene (Tom Noonan); proud grandfather of Christopher, Ray,... View Obituary & Service Information