Dolores A Gertler

Dolores (Dolly) Ann Gertler, 96, Passed away on October 9, 2025, in Manteno, IL. Born in Chicago on February 17,1929, Dolly brought joy, laughter and so much love to those around her throughout her life. Dolly was nicknamed by her grandchildren as "Dolly Dynamite", a well deserving title for the fun-loving firecracker she was... which she proudly wore that name. She was proceeded in death by her loving husband William Gertler and her beloved grandson Jason Palka. Dolly is lovingly remembered by her daughter Lori Palka and her son Lee Gertler (Donna). Along with her grandchildren Kristy Palka (Jacob), Natalie Palka, Mike Palka (Stacy), Karly Granko (Stephen), Eddie Palka (Nicole), Kaitlyn Drewes (Nathan), Brian Gertler (Katie), Billy Gertler, Ashlee Bednarowicz (John). She is also remembered by 22 Great grandchildren and 5 Great-Great grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews and friends. We will carry her in our hearts as she will be deeply missed but will never be forgotten. Services to be held on: Saturday October 18, 2025, at 11:30 am Risen Savior Lutheran Church 1881 W. Division Street Manteno, IL, 60950 May her memory bring comfort to all who knew and loved her.