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https://www.smart-union.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Ricky-Karlecke-GFM-Obituary-h.jpg768497Brother Ricky Karlecke (Local 1534, Chicago, Ill.) fought a brave battle with an aggressive form of pancreatic cancer that sadly ended when he passed away on June 21, 2026. As his family prepares to lay him to rest, read on to find out how you can help ease their financial burden.