Edward W Nebe

Edward W. Nebe, age 84, of Naperville (formerly of Metropolis, IL), passed away peacefully, Monday, January 4, 2021 at Alden Estates of Naperville.

Born December 27, 1936 in Blue Island, IL, he was the son of William and Mary (Hagenauer) Nebe.

Ed was a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle. Ed was a retired truck driver and was a member of the Teamsters Union. Ed loved hunting, fishing and the great outdoors.

Surviving are his children, Edward W. Nebe Jr., Lynn (Michael) Gruver and Michael (Karen) Nebe.  His grandchildren; Michael (Jaclyn) Gruver Jr., Samantha Gruver, Edward W. Nebe III and Jordan Nebe,  two great-grandchildren, Tatiana Williams and Drake Sever; One sister, Candace (Michael) Mercado; three brothers, William Nebe, Henry Nebe and Frank Nebe.  Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Donald Nebe and George Nebe.

The family wishes to thank the staff of the Alden Estates Memory Care unit for their care, kindness and compassion in taking care of Edward over the past several years.

The family will receive friends and relatives on Saturday, January 9, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral service beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road in Joliet. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, masks and social distancing practices are required at all times. Capacity for the service is 25 attendees total. The funeral service will be livestreamed to allow guests to attend virtually. A link to the livestream service is accessible towards the bottom of Edward’s obituary page.

Per Edward’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded following services.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Association are appreciated.