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Germaine Pacholick Obituary

Pacholick, Germaine E. (nee Vicek) Age 76, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2014, late of Plainfield, IL formerly of Chicago, IL. She is survived by her loving husband (Retired Chicago Police Officer), Richard R. Pacholick; children, Lynn Pacholick, Richard P. (Stacy) Pacholick, Rosalie (Frank) Isherwood and Doreen (Robert) Krebs; a sister, Sylvia (the late Vince) Waidzulis; grandchildren, Mallory (Adam) O'Brien, Presley Pacholick, Sarah (Alex) Mulac, Amanda, Danielle Costello, Ryan, Tyler Krebs, Timothy, Kevin, Jennifer Blake, Ryley and Thomas Isherwood; also numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Emily Vicek; and her sisters, Emily Vicek, George Ann Rickseceker, Vivian (George) Kunz and Arlene Katsibubas. Visitation Monday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Anderson Memorial Home, 21131 W. Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, IL 60403. Funeral Tuesday, December 23, 2014 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. Germaine's family would like to thank the staff at Lemont Rehab Center and Silver Cross Hospital for their exceptional care. (www.AndersonMemorialHomes.com) (815)577-5250

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 21, 2014.
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Prayers continue Rich, for your dear wife Germaine and all the Pacholick family!

Phil Haskett retired CPD

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December 15, 2023

Once again my condolences Rich. I'm hoping the pain of your loss of you wife Germaine has lessened, and over the years, your thoughts of wonderful times together have kept you strong! Prayers!

Phil Haskett Retired CPD 001

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December 15, 2022

Dear Rich,

"The passing of a loved one breaks your heart, and time heals broken hearts. My wish for you is that time has passed quickly for you and your loved ones during this time of sorrow!"

You and your family are still in my thoughts and prayers as well as your wife Germaine!

Yours in support,
Phil Haskett C.P.D.

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December 15, 2019

I am so sad to have lost my aunt. So many great memories with her and her family. I will miss Germaine very much. Love you and God rest your soul. - Michael Joseph

December 22, 2014

Dear Rich, My condolences to you on the passing of your wife Germaine. Please know that she as well as you and the other members of your family are in our prayers. Phil Haskett, retired CPD 001.

Phil Haskett

December 22, 2014

Rest in peace Aunt Germaine! We will miss you very much! With love Aunt Babs and Tommy Vencill

December 21, 2014

Our sincerest sympathys go out to the pacholick family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Gerry was a very special person with a wonderful sense of humor. I recall all the fun times we had at GMAC. Sleep with the Angels my friend. Barb and George

December 21, 2014

To the Pacholick Families,
Our Deepest sympathy goes out to you on your loss of Gerry. Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God give you all strength to carry on and know that you will all meet up again one day...

Rosemary & Frank Passananti

December 21, 2014

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Germaine will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 28 DEC, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: or 312/738-7588]

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

December 21, 2014

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