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Bert Metz Obituary
Born: March 20, 1929 in Brookfield, IL
Died: July 4, 2023 in Brookfield, IL
Bert C. Metz, 94, longtime resident of LaGrange Park, died on July 4, 2023. Bert was born in Brookfield, IL to the late Loretta and Bert and brother to late sisters June, Mary and Jackie. After being drafted into Army Intelligence at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. from 1950-1952, he then returned home to what became a long, productive career as a Systems Analyst and Methods Specialist with Western Electric. Well-known in his community, he volunteered his time for many years with the Village Caucus and Little League Baseball. Loving father of Gary, Steven and Linda; proud grandfather of Ryan, Lea, Michelle and Michael; dear uncle and cousin to many. He was preceded in death by Gladys, his beloved wife of 50 years, and their son Brian. Selfless, kind, and wise, Bert touched the lives of many and will be dearly missed. Private services have been held. Arrangements under the care of Woodlawn Funeral Home, www.woodlawnchicago.com
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Rob
July 14, 2023
He sounds like a nice man
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