Jack E. Shaer

April 6, 1949 - December 19, 2020

Jack E. Shaer, 71 of Lindenhurst, passed away on Saturday December 19, 2020. He was born in Burlington, WI on April 6, 1949 to the late Charles and Marilyn Shaer and grew up in Libertyville, IL close to his grandparents, Harry and Florence Kaiser, who preceded him in death. He married his sweetheart in 1969 and they enjoyed 51 years of marriage together. His passion was auto racing, which was a lifelong hobby that included roles as a driver, builder and overall Crew Chief. He passed this love on to his children and will remain a legend around the track. He spent over forty years dedicated to being a hard worker, supporting his family and was a craftsman that could fix or build anything, always with a witty sense of humor. He was most proud of his children and grandchildren and will be remembered for his one of a kind style and character. He is survived by his wife Karen; children Greg Shaer, Carrie (Ron) Shaer Gad and Charles (Rita) Shaer; grandchildren Jessica (Chris) Allen, Jake, Caitlyn, Cole, Ryann, George, Alexis and Megan; great grandchild Jonah; sister Barbara (Hasan) Alpan. He was an uncle of many nieces and nephews. Due to Covid, the family will have a memorial service at a later date.