Gene Paul Cech

Birth date: Jun 3, 1939 Death date: May 19, 2015

Gene Paul Cech passed away on May 19, 2015, in San Diego, California.He was the son of Joseph A. Cech and Anna Ostrihon Cech. He was born in Oak Park, IL on June 3, 1939. He was raised in and resided in Berwyn, IL. He graduated fr Read Obituary

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Michele Norris

495w ago

Mr. Cech has been on my mind for a while now. I attended Coronado High 1973-1974 as a special transfer from Morse High School. Because he was my choir teacher in elementary school (Glorietta), I knew I wanted to sing in his choirs when I got older. He was always the best teacher and friend. He taught me so much and made me feel apart of the family at Coronado. I remember when his boys where little, he asked me if I wouldn't mind taking them across the street to the park (while he worked in his office). Now I know why he's been on my mind, all these years. Even though I moved to Tennessee in 2008, California and the people who made an impact in my life, will always be in my heart. I love you Mr. Cech (yes, I still call him Mr. Cech even though I'm almost 61 years old). Rest well in the arms of The Father and say hello to my mom.

Jim Trepasso

540w ago

Was friends with Gene since about '77 when I started teaching music in Coronado. He always had some crazy way of putting things to make you laugh. Was always a pleasure to talk to meet up with him. So sorry to have those days and conversations come to an end. He did so much for music and his students. Gene will be truly missed by many.

Otto Masek

542w ago

Otto and I have been friends with Gene ever since becoming acquainted with him in our church youth group at Warren Park Presbyterian church in the early 50's. We have many fun memories of camp days and other activities in our teen years. We remember sailing with him on a friends boat in San Diego a few years back and the way we all had such a good time being together. We last saw Gene when we visited him in April and it was like "old times". We will miss Gino but have the assurance that we will meet again. Otto and Joan Masek

Janet Harkins Utman

543w ago

Loved singing with him in two groups at Coronado HS. Once he asked me to be a page turner for a four-hands piano concert. He was playing with a former student who was moving ahead with his musical career. I remember "Mr. Cech" and his professional but alway humorous leadership. I loved performing with him. We will never forget him.

Kathy Williams

544w ago

I will miss Gene very much. I was blessed to have him as my choir teacher from 1967-1975. Choir, Aeolian Choir, Girl's Glee Club, Madrigal Ensemble, San Diego Youth Chorale. He wasn't just a teacher, he was a friend! We stayed in touch and each year we would would exchange Christmas cards…Gene's always included a letter where he would brag on his awesome family and update us on his busy life! I learned SO much from Gene. Rest In Peace, GPC! I look forward to seeing you and singing with you in Heaven! Kathy Williams Coronado High School Class of 1975

Bruce & Kay Crotts

544w ago

Our condolences to Gene's family. We were privileged to be a part of his choir at Chula Vista Presbyterian Church during his tenure here. He was a very talented musician and he contributed so much to our musical ministry. He will be missed but we know he is in God's hands and making music in heaven. We feel blessed for having him in our lives. Bruce & Kay Crotts

Sandi (Granzer) Steeber

544w ago

I am so very sorry to hear about Gene's death. He was such a wonderfully talented man, and a great friend to our family. I will never forget how he mesmerized the crowd when he sang the "Ave Maria" at my wedding. I hope he's met up with my dad by now and they are singing and playing for all the residents in God's house. My thoughts and prayers are with the family that he loved so much. God bless. Sandi (Granzer) Steeber

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