IL IL - Garry Elekman, 27, Skokie, Cook County, 1 Dec 1990

i've decided to write to LE now.

edit: sent.
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Great letter. I hope it creates some new leads or answers.
 
I would like to know if there was any contact with Garry after his 1990 visit to Skokie.

Between the AIDS epidemic and Garry's father dying in 2000, why did his family wait until 2009 to start looking for him? I'm trying really hard to remember that this is a victim friendly forum, but the more I think about the amount of time and the events of the times with Garry's DLC, the angrier I get.

It makes me wonder if the main reason for reporting Garry missing was to exclude him from any potential inheritance when both of his parents pass away.

His dad died in 2000
ELEKMAN

His mother's companion died in November of 2008, just a few months prior to the posts seeking Garry.
Death Notice: PETER ADAMS SENDLER

What was the reason for waiting 19 years? And after 19 years, would anyone really blame Garry for not wishing to be reunited with his family?

I couldn't imagine now knowing how my son, or my brother was doing at the a peak of the aids epidemic. The thought of it brings tears to my eyes and makes my heart heavy.
 
Garry Elekman's Namus was updated on January 24. I can not see any changes in the visible part, so I hope they added our info to the case file that is only visible to LE.
 
I found some possible information on Garry's friend Gene.

A Gene Thomas Rupprecht is listed as deceased in a 2021 Obituary for what may be that of his step mother. The locations match, step mother passed in Urbana Illinois, which is considered part of the Champain IL. area.

Numerous siblings are listed, which may be an avenue for LE to contact to inquire about Garry. Gene doesn't appear to have been estranged from his family, perhaps someone from Gene's family knew of Garry. If not, perhaps Gene's family may be able to offer insight to possible areas to search.

Elizabeth Rupprecht
 
@devertere

Can you please notify the detective you wrote to about the additional information I found about Gene.
 
Yes, of course I will. Great catch!!

Edit: Sent it, I doubt we will get an answer though. My last email went unanswered.
 
Yes, of course I will. Great catch!!

Edit: Sent it, I doubt we will get an answer though. My last email went unanswered.

An answer would be great, but not necessary. I'm happy knowing you sent it and they have the information.
Its also here and available if Garry's family wants to do anything with it. (Assuming they are aware of this thread.)
 
Missing Person / NamUs #MP22001
Garry Elekman, Male, White / Caucasian

View attachment 273487
1990

View attachment 273488
1988


Date of Last Contact: December 1, 1990
Missing From: Skokie, Illinois


Case Information
Demographics
Missing Age: 27 Years
Current Age: 57 Years
First Name: Garry
Middle Name: --
Last Name: Elekman
Nickname/Alias: -
Sex: Male
Height; 5'6" - 5' 7" (66 - 67 Inches)
Weight: 170 - 190 lbs
Race / Ethnicity: White/ Caucasian

Circumstances
Date of Last Contact: December 1, 1990
NamUs Case Created: September 27, 2013
Last Known Location: Skokie, Illinois 60076
County: Cook County

Circumstances of Disappearance
Garry Elekman was last seen in Skokie, Illinois in 1990.

Physical Description
Hair Color: Brown
Head Hair Description: curly
Body Hair Description: --
Facial Hair Description: none
Left Eye Color: Brown
Right Eye Color: Brown
Eye Description: --

Rule-Outs:
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Wow. Interesting we're both thinking about Garry at the same time.

I was just going to bump the thread and saw the recent reply.
 
I find myself wondering if Garry left the country. I can't think of any other options. I found nothing to indicate he's unclaimed or a John doe somewhere. Nothing to indicate a name change.

I wonder if his brother hired a PI. I wonder if Deerfield police did anything more than take a MP report. Has his SS# been used since he went missing?

Garry has been 'missing' long enough to be declared deceased, but I find nothing to indicate that avenue being pursued.

Where could this guy be?
 

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