Jerome Cikel's Obituary
RACINE – Jerome Cikel, 86, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Tuesday, September 24, 2013.
Jerome was born on March 27, 1927 in Racine. He was united in marriage to Janice (nee: Leibel) Cikel for 22 years. Janice preceded him in death on January 18, 2009.
Jerome was a member of Pentecost Lutheran Church. He worked for Chrysler Corporation for 30 years. He also served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
He is survived by his brother, Edwin (Mary Ann) Cikel, many nieces and nephews, and by two special friends, Leon Bergmann and Lee Jaimes. Jerome is also preceded in death by his parents, Steve and Julia (nee: Jurik) Cikel, four brothers and one sister.
A private committal service, with Reverend Luke Jacob officiating, was held on Monday, September 30, 2013. Interment took place at Old Holy Cross Cemetery.
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