Jo Ann Gauerke

Jo Ann Gauerke, 82, passed away peacefully on Friday 11/22/2024. She was the loving wife of Doug Gauerke, who predeceased her after many years of marriage.  She also served her country in the United States Navy between 1961 & 1963.

Jo Ann was the proud mother of Keith, Kathy, and Kevin Kostuchowski, and the cherished grandmother of Kirstin Amburg. Her great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Ethan Amburg, brought her immeasurable joy. She is also survived by her sisters Maureen Tosto, Sheila Hogan, and Mary Ellen Heins, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her siblings Patricia Tomaszewski, Colleen Sawicki, and Timothy Heins.

Jo Ann will be remembered for her kindness, her laughter, and the love she gave so freely. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The American Cancer Society. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.