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December 19, 1938 November 20, 2016
December 19, 1938 -- November 20, 2016

Jerome (Jerry) F. Lendway, Age:77

Jerome (Jerry) F. Lendway, 77, of Chicago, passed away Nov. 20, 2016.  Born in Rutland, Vt. to Julius and Mary Lendway.  After completing his Master’s at Virginia State, he moved to Chicago.  He taught biology at Wilbur Wright College for 37 years.  He loved antiques especially glassware.  A Master Swimmer who enjoyed working on any project available especially at his lake home in Wisconsin.  He loved being surrounded by flowers.  He is survived by his loving wife, Anita (nee Zachacki); son, Jamie (Agnes); grandchildren, Valory and Alicia; sister, Julianne; brothers, David, Dick, Gerald, James and his step-mother, Bernice.  Fond uncle and friend of many.  A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 25, at St. Pascal Catholic Church, 3935 N. Melvina Ave., Chicago, Il. 60634.  In lieu of flowers, donations to Maryknoll Missionaries would be appreciated, (info).