Jerome R. Mackowiak

Jerome R. “Jerry” Mackowiak, age 74, suddenly, of Highland, IN, formerly of California. Jerry was born January 7, 1952 and passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026. Father of Andrea Mackowiak. Dear brother of Marilyn (late John) Walsh and Raymond Mackowiak. Kind nephew of his aunts and uncles and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Jerome B. and Irene Mackowiak; grandparents Frank and Hattie Kwiecien and Bart and Minnie Mackowiak.

Jerry was a graduate of Bishop Noll Institute, Class of 1969. He was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran having served our country from 1969 – 1973. He had various jobs and was a jack of all trades. Always willing to help out anyone in need, with no questions asked. He was loved by his family and many friends, and will be dearly missed

Private services entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300.