Nicolas Michael Metke

Nicolas Michael Metke, 22, U.S. Navy. Beloved son of Terrence Metke (Father) and Nancy Metke (Mother). Loving brother of Natalie. Loving grandson of Betty Matkovich. Fond nephew of; Jean Matkovich (John Ramonez), Michael Matkovich, Kenneth (Kathleen) Metke, Kathleen (Thomas) Hughes. Fond cousin of Samantha, P.J., and Sean Metke, Meghan and Erin Hughes and the late Lauren Hughes. Survived by Emily Jo Markle. He was pre-deceased by his grandfathers Michael G. Matkovich, Kenneth D. Metke and grandmother Lorraine H. Metke. He enjoyed fixing cars and fishing. He lit up a room with his smile and laughter. Memorial Visitation Saturday, June 7th, from 12-4:00pm, at the Maher Funeral Home, 17101 South 71st Ave, Tinley Park, IL, with a U.S. Navy Honor Guard service at 3:00. Pastoral Service to follow the military honors. Inurnment private.

Locally the Metke family is being cared for by the Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral Homes and Cremation Society, 5975 Lovers Lane, Portage, MI 49002 (269) 344-5600.