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PATRICIA MAE BRZOZOWSKI
Patricia Mae Brzozowski, passed away suddenly at the age of 75.
Loving sister of Paul (late Sarah), Felix (Angela) and the late Donald (late Virginia) Brzozowski; dear aunt of Michelle, Libby, Tracy, Karen, Don, Eddie and Michael.
Visitation was held July 10 at the Richard-Midway Funeral Home, 5749 Archer Ave. (corner of Lorel). Funeral Chapel Service at the funeral home. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. For more information, please call 773-767-1840.
EWARYST DZIKIEWICZ
Ewaryst Dzikiewicz, age 64 passed away July 8.
Funeral Service at Szykowny Funeral Home. Wake Service was July 11. Funeral mass was held at St. Richards on July 12. Final resting place is Resurrection Cemetery.
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ELLA M. ERICKSON
Ella M. Erickson, age 65, passed away June 10.
Beloved wife of the late William R. Erickson; long time girlfriend of Darin Magic; loving mom of Patrick (Colleen Roberts-Erickson) and Eric Erickson; dear grandmother of William, Evelyn and Flynn Erickson; cherished daughter of the late Leonard Armis and the late Helen Armis (nee Feipel); dear sister of Liz Armis-Dunbar (Bryant Dunbar), Marcie (Frank) Augustyne and Joe Armis. Also survived by relatives and friends.
Visitation and Celebration of Life were held June 22 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Cremation rites have been accorded. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.
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DEAN L. FAULK
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Dean L. Faulk, beloved husband and father, passed away June 21, at the age of 90.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Lenore (née Migonis), daughter Lisa (Mike) Sexton, sister Virginia “Sissy” (Darold) Hepker, his grandchildren Dave (Kristel) Sexton, Scott (Tamara) Sexton, Brandon Faulk, Brittany (Xander) Morgan, and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Dean M., and two siblings, Robert (Jean), and Carol (Jim) Gasdiel.
Dean graduated from Argo Community High School in 1951 and began working in construction, only to be drafted by the United States Army in 1953. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal for service during the Korean War, and was honorably discharged in 1955. Dean and Lenore were married in 1957 with Dean returning to construction, working hard to provide for his family. He was a member of the Cement Masons Union Local 502 for over 50 years, laying countless miles of roads and highways.
In his retirement, Dean had more time for his favorite hobby, golf, and would often be seen on the green with Al, “Shorty”, and Uncle George (his brother-in-law). Dean enjoyed a good joke, especially the jokes in his stories he would tell over and over again with a smile and twinkle in his eye. More than anything, Dean loved time spent with his family and enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s activities. Dean’s greatest achievement in life, he would agree, was the care and love he gave to Lenore, right up until the end. Dean saw the beauty in everyone and was always quick to pay a compliment. He wanted everyone around him to feel good about themselves. To know him was to love him and to be loved by him was a gift.
Visitation and Celebration of Life were held July 20 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Funeral was held July 20, Service and Time of Remembrance were held at the funeral home. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.
DONALD “DON” E. GEHRLING JR.
Donald “Don” E. Gehrling Jr., 64, went out with a bang on the Fourth of July. He ultimately passed away at the hospital with his two spectacular children and their cousins by his side.
Don was the beloved father to Heather (Jay), Bryan, and the late Jeremy. He was the cherished son of Diane and the late Donald Sr. He was the adored Papa of Kayla, Dakota, and AJ. He was a dear brother to Dennis (Manuela), Douglas (Lisa), and the late Dr. Denise Gehrling (Rich). He was the one-of-a-kind Uncle D to Dennis Pio (Cece), Diane (Frank), Danielle, Douglas, Jeanne, Katie, Mike, and Maxine. He was a great uncle, cousin, and all the things to all the rest of ya. He was “one of the boys” to so very many.
Don was many things: a lover of all things mechanical, a collector of motorcycles, a builder of tree forts, a dancer extraordinaire, an Old Style aficionado, adored by The Royal Flush Girls, and a teller of the longest joke you’ll never remember.
He dedicated decades to meticulous and ingenious problem-solving in the field of injection molding.
Don often said that people told him that he’d be dead or in jail by 25; well, he pert-near made it to 65, and he had fun doing it.
Funeral services were held at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Hwy., Palos Hills. Burial was at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Please express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com.
LUCY GORNIK
Lucy Gornik passed July 3.
Funeral service was held at Szykowny Funeral LTD on July 10. Her final resting place is St. Mary Cemetery.
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ALEXIS SHAVONE GOWDY
Alexis Shavone Gowdy was born to Mechelle Gowdy and Roosevelt Yarbrough on December 26, 1983. She departed this earthly life June 9.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Wills Yarbrough Jr; her grandmother, Chaney Bell Mitchell; brother, Shon Gowdy; and uncle, Rodney Gowdy. She leaves to cherish her memory her loving mother, Mechelle Gowdy; father, Roosevelt Yarbrough; siblings Darnell Gowdy and Darrell Gowdy; nephew, Johnathan; nieces, Zariah and Baby Gowdy; grandmother, Shirley Jean Gowdy; grandfather, James Gowdy; uncles, James A. Gowdy, Larry Yarbrough and Ronnie Yarbrough; aunts Carolyn Thedford and Leland Myricks; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Visitation and Celebration of Life were held June 22 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Cremation rites accorded. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.
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WILLIAM B. HORABIK
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of William B. Horabik, a longtime resident of Chicago, Garfield Ridge community, affectionately known as the “Mayor of Neenah Avenue”. Bill passed away unexpectedly at his home July 6, 2024.
He was the beloved brother of Kimberly Spencer and loving uncle of Michelle Spencer and he will be missed by his little doggy Lily. William was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Bernice Horabik. Bill was a very kind, generous man, always willing to help out his neighbors and friends. All of Bill’s wonderful neighbors were his “chosen” family. The neighborhood just won’t be the same without him. His legacy of love, service and kindness will continue to inspire and uplift all of his friends and neighbors who had the privilege of knowing him. Bill was laid to rest next to his mother and father at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Friends and neighbors met for a procession to his grave for his final committal Service.
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RUSSEL C. JOHNSON
We are sad to announce the death of Russel C. Johnson.
Lifelong resident of Palos Heights, IL.
He passed away on June 29 after a brief hospital stay.
His surviving siblings Walter & Ann are in the process of arranging a private memorial, charitable donations to Lightways, Joliet, IL.
DORIS M. KOLKE
Doris M. Kolke (nee Eldridge), age 85, passed away May 16.
Wife of the late Benjamin Kolke; loving mom of Patti (Gene) Schilke and Julie (Nick) Balsamo; ddear grandmother of Brian Balsamo (fiancee Andrea Reino) and Michelle Balsamo; fond sister of James (Carol) Eldridge. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Visitation was held May 20 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Funeral was held May 20, Service and Time of Remembrance were held at the funeral home. Interment, Bethania Cemetery, Justice. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.
JAN T. KROPLEWSKI
Jan T. Kroplewski, age 70, passed away May 16.
Beloved husband of Vickie Kroplewski (nee Bajdas); loving father of Robert (Danielle) Kroplewski and Mark (Renee) Kroplewski; dearest grandpa of Emilia, Karolina, Aleksandra, Anthony, Joseph, Lucas, Maya and Ava; cherished son of the late Stanislawa (nee Kapuscinska) and the late Teofil Kroplewski; dear brother of Maria (Jan) Kuziora, Celestyna (the late Andrzej) Pawelic, Bogda (Olek) Gorczyca and the late Jerzy (Grazyna) Kroplewski. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Visitation was held May 21at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Funeral was hld May 22, Prayers and procession from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Church, 8245 W. 111th Street, Palos Hills for Mass. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery, Justice. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.
DANIEL M. LICHTER
Daniel “Dan” M. Lichter, 51, of Alsip, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024, at Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn.
Dan is survived by his loving wife, Erica Shick-Lichter of Alsip, his three children, Maddie Lichter, Abbey Lichter, and Max Lichter, of Oak Lawn. He is also survived by his parents, Millard and Faye Lichter of Evergreen Park, IL, and his brother, Ryan Lichter, also of Evergreen Park.
Dan will be fondly remembered by his children as a devoted father who always encouraged them to follow their dreams. His son aptly described him by saying, “Dad’s hobby is hobbying.”
Dan was a man of many interests and hobbies. One of his greatest passions was playing bass in various local bands for over 31 years. He also found joy in tropical freshwater fish keeping, hiking, books, bonsai, comic book collecting, and attending live music events with his beloved wife, Erica. Dan was not only a talented musician and hobbyist but also a compassionate leader who deeply cared about the people he worked with. Many credit Dan for their career development and attribute their success to his guidance.
Funeral services were held at Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 11028 Southwest Hwy., Palos Hills.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made to The Center Support Center, a cause close to Dan’s heart, at https://www.cancersupportcenter.org/. Condolences can be sent to https://www.palosgaidasfh.com/obituaries/daniel-lichter.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Christ Hospital, specifically Oncology 3South, as well as Dr. Ramadurai, and the staff of Affiliated Oncologists for their exceptional care and treatment of Dan during his illness.
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ISABEL NUNEZ
Isabel Nunez, age 71, of Chicago, passed away June 19. She was born in Sebastian, Texas.
Loving mother of Cynthia (Edward) Tapia, Eduardo Alvarado and Alberto Alvarado; dear grandmother of Jenel (Matthew) Murabito, Selena Alvarado, Nicholas Alvarado and Natalia Alvarado; dearest great-grandmother of Ayden Murabito, Avri Murabito and Aleah Murabito; cherished daughter of the late Eladia (nee Garcia) and the late Ramon Nunez; caring sister of the late Daniel Sauceda, Elena (Arturo) Ojeda, Roberto (Graciela) Nunez and Rudy (Betsy) Nunez. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Isabel, aka Izzy to many friends, will be missed by all who knew her.
Visitation and Celebration of Life was held June 23 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Cremation rites to be accorded. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.
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SALVADOR PEREZ FLORES
Salvador Perez Flores, age 73, passed away June 16.
Loving Papa of Maria Francisca Perez Damian and Elizabeth Perez Damian; dearest “Papa Chava” of Yuliet, Emiliano, and Dalary; cherished son of the late Maria del Refugio Flores and the late Jose de Jesus Perez; dear brother of Rodolfo Perez, Teresa Perez, Jose Perez and Maria Perez. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends, who will remember him with affection and love.
Visitation was held June 20 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice, with a Service to be held at the funeral home. Cremation rites to be accorded. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.
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JAN FRANCISZEK ROZALOWSKI
Jan Franciszek Rozalowski, age 80, passed away June 14.
Beloved husband of Maria Rozalowska (nee Staszeczka); loving father of Malgorzata (Andrzej) Baniak, Pawel (Marta) Rozalowski, Piotr (Iwona) Rozalowski, Aneta Wrobel and Adam (Elaine) Rozalowski; dearest grandfather of Jessica Rozalowski, Ralph Baniak, Jacob Baniak, Sara Rozalowski, Julia Rozalowski, Patrick Rozalowski, Olivia Rozalowski and Evelina Wrobel; cherished son of the late Maria (nee Parzatka) and the late Franciszek Rozalowski; dear brother of Wladyslawa Majkrzak, Stanislaw Rozalowski (Ela Sabowicz) and Jozefa (Jan) Lacek. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and numerous friends. Proud former Kapelmistrz of ZPPA, who loved his music and goralski heritage.
Visitation was held June 18 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Funeral was held June 19, Prayers and procession from the funeral home to Saint Fabian Church, 7450 W. 83rd Street, Bridgeview for Mass. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery, Justice. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.
MARY ELIZABETH SMALARZ
Mary Elizabeth Smalarz (nee Sweeney), 67, of Palos Hills, passed away on July 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving sister.
She was the beloved wife of Jerrold Burke and the late Raymond Smalarz; devoted daughter of the late Melvin Sweeney and the late Reneete nee Gecewicz (the late Bernard) Bergmann; cherished sister of Susan Kozicki and the late David Sweeney; loving stepmother and step-grandmother to many; beloved aunt of James (Katie) and Jason Kozicki and Stephen Sweeney and Extended Family; loving great-aunt of Sarafina, Isabelle and James Kozicki; dear friend to many.
Funeral services were held from the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Hwy., Palos Hills, to Sacred Heart Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.
For information or to express your condolences, please visit www.palosgaidasfh.com or call 708-974-4410.
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ADAM WITOWSKI
Adam Witowski, age 66, passed away suddenly June 20.
Adam is the son of the late Edward Witowski and survived by his mother Janina (nee Ciezobka) Witowski; son Spencer (Julie) Witowski, daughter Sara (Sebastian) Kolpak, daughter Maria (Nick) Quiroga, grandson Anders Pezdek, brother Marian (Liz) Witowski, brother Janusz (Bernice) Witowski, brother Zenon (Barbara) Witowski, nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins, and friends. Adam has been reunited with his beloved father in death.
Adam will be missed dearly by those who cared for him. His family will continue to reminisce on all of the memories that Adam gave them and the lasting impression that his love made on them. Though his family will miss his presence in the physical world, they find comfort in knowing that they were able to express their unconditional love and acceptance to Adam at every chance that they had.
Visitation was held June 24 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Funeral was held June 25, Prayers and procession from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Church, 8245 W. 111th Street, Palos Hills for Mass. Cremation rites to be accorded. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com.