Sunday, April 20, 2008 age 78 years. Beloved husband of Diana (nee Dewick) and the late Carroll (nee Jonas). Loving father of Linda (Rodger) Mattson, Michael, Gene Jr., Ricci (Kathy), Rocco (Peggy),Pat (Jack) Kennedy, Sally and Terri. Fond brother of Louis (Grace) Mane and Nora Kubacki. Further survived by 23 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, other family and many friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home SAT April 26th 10AM-2 PM. Funeral Services at 2 PM followed by military Honors. Gene was a proud US Army veteran of WWII and former owner of Mane Carpets. PRASSER-KLECZKA SOUTH SUBURBAN CHAPEL 6080 S. 27th St. 414-282-6080