Jerry J. Kaup, age 63, of Coloma, MI, formerly of Evanston, IL, died unexpectedly on Thursday, August 9thin Saugatuck, MI. He was born in Chicago, IL on November 18, 1948, the son of the late John J. and Mary M. Kaup.
Jerry was a successful businessman and marketing entrepreneur. He was an avid cyclist, runner, and traveler, touring the country with his RV and bicycle and competing in the Chicago Marathon. Jerry’s enthusiasm for living, his mischievous humor, and his practical wisdom touched all those around him. His devotion to the spiritual principles of love and service changed his life.
Jerry is survived by his children, Rebecca Kaup and Jeremy (Keri) Kaup; his brother, Greg (Linda) Kaup and sister, Christine (Parag) Madhani; and granddaughter, Anna.
Funeral services will be held at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Road, Racine, WI on Saturday, September 8th, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. All are invited to visit with the family beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Tom Byrne says
Miss Jerry bery much. He and I worked together in four diffeerent jobs in the direct marketing world in Chicago and also worked with his motheer at Montgomery Ward/Signature. I’d very much like to hear from Rebecca to express my sympathy and extend my best wishes.
Jerry Chambers says
Holy cow, just saw Jerry’s notice of passing. I was a poor kid who had moved from Florida to Rogers Park to attend the University of Illinois at Chicago and Jerry and his friends adopted me as one their. I was always struck by Jerry’s sense of quirky humor, intellect and willingness to offer his advice. While I only knew Jerry for less than a year, he made a lasting impression on this Florida kid, and a friend who I wish I still had today.