Ernest G. Ganzel

November 5, 1929 - December 22, 2014

Ernest G. Ganzel, Age 85, passed away on December 22, 2014. Beloved husband of Joan M. (nee Holtam) Ganzel. Loving father of Penny (Al) Cecconi of Tinley Park, Terry (Sandy) Ganzel of Rio Rancho, NM, Michael (late Dorie) Ganzel of Midlothian, Dean Ganzel of Oak Forest and Patrick (Lavonne) Ganzel of Cedar Lake, IN. Cherished grandfather of Bryan, Katherine, Britney, Lindsey, Steven, Randy, Taylor, Chris and James. Proud great grandfather of Ian, Zackery, Maysa and Aida. Dear brother of Liela Hendry of Lockport, Linda Terrling of Streator, and the late Alvin Ganzel. Ernest the "Pop Jockey" retired from the 7Up Bottling Company after 23 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, camping and playing cards. He was also a member of the "Guys & Dolls" and "Busy Bees" square dancing clubs. Visitation Sunday, December 28th from 2 p.m. until time of service 8:30 p.m. at Heartland Memorial Center, 7151 183rd Street, Tinley Park. For info or to sign the guestbook (708) 444-2266 or heartlandmemorial.com