October 4, 1934 – September 18, 2025

Elk Grove Village — Gerhardt G. “Jerry” Glaubitz passed away peacefully in his home of 58 years on September 18, 2025. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Lynn (Oberg); cherished grandchildren, Jennifer (Kevin) Lishamer and Ryan (Cassandra) Hollowell; precious great-grandchildren, Kevin and Zachary Lishamer; treasured sister, Jeanette (Glaubitz) Fortin; and many adored nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Johanna (Gutewort) and Paul Glaubitz; his devoted wife, Rosemary (Orsini); brothers, Werner and Karl; and sisters, Loretta Moe, Dorothy Wolff, and Charlotte Preo. Jerry will be deeply missed by his extended family, dear friends, neighbors, companions from Jewel and Rose Garden, his BP buddies, and his Oil Pro friends. Born in 1934 in Chicago to parents who had immigrated from Germany, Jerry grew up during the Depression and learned to value and appreciate everything he had. As a teenager, he worked at Riverview and Olson Rugs before beginning his career at National Tea Company in 1953. He remained there for 25 years until its closing. He later worked at Elk Grove Village Public Library and then for the Cook County Forest Preserve, where he lovingly cared for the elk until his retirement at age 70. During his time at National, he also proudly served two years in the U.S. Army. A resident of Elk Grove Village for 61 years, Jerry was affectionately known as the “Mayor of Maple Lane.” He could often be found sitting on his porch or tending to his yard, where his gift for landscaping and love of the outdoors shone through. He delighted in making people laugh with his jokes, and he will be remembered as a kindhearted man who was always willing to lend a hand. Gerhardt is now resting in eternal peace with the Lord. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Real Time Sports, 1120 W. Devon, Elk Grove Village. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers or plants, donations may be made in Jerry’s name to The Salvation Army or Breakthrough T1D (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation).