Diane Gerdes

Diane T. Gerdes, age 86, formerly of Oak Forest, passed away Wednesday February 12, 2026. Born October 3, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois. Daughter of the late Charles Schneider and Niesje (nee VanEeren) Schneider. Preceded in death by husband Wesley Landau, husband Kenneth S. Gerdes, Sr. grandson Kenneth Gerdes III, son Jeffrey S. Gerdes (Lora), son in law Jay O’Reillly (Sandra). She is survived by brother Charles Schnieder, Jr. (Pat ), children Kenneth Gerdes (Linda), Nora Nolan, Timothy Gerdes (Peg), Thomas Gerdes, Gary Gerdes, Matthew Gerdes, Sharon Gerdes, Mark Gerdes (Kelly). 22 Grandchildren, 37 Great-Grandchildren. Many Nieces & Nephews. Diane attended Bogan High School, class of 1957 and Northern Illinois University. She was a Homemaker, and owned Jack Frost Ice Cream Shop. Retired and spent winters in Arizona and summers in Tinley Park. She was an avid golfer, loved to travel, play cards, enjoyed family parties and endless sporting events. A private family service will be held in March. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Diane’s name may be made to Lighthways Hospice 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL 60431