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Francis Piatek Obituary

Piatek, Francis John 91 years, beloved husband of Doris (nee Peterson) retired RN, loving father of Francis Jr., Carolyn and Paul, loving grandfather of Paul Jr. and Jessica, grand uncle of many nieces and nephews, loving son of the late Paul Piatek and Helen (nee Cichon), fond brother of Eleanor Zydlo and the late Edward, Joseph, Bernard, Mitchell and Henry. Visitation at the Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 West Irving Park Rd. Tuesday from 3 until 9 p.m. Funeral Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. For info 773-588-5850.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 9, 2010.

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Joy piatek

August 22, 2021

I also come from the family of Piatek's, in Oceanside California. My father's name was Jeffrey Bevan Piatek...His father was John Jack Piatek. My uncle's names are Bruce, & Paul & my aunt Jackie lives in Arizona. I would just like to say I'm sorry for your loss, and may God bless u and your loss and may God bless u and your family..I wish I could of met him..Thank u, Joy M.Piatek

Judy Shutters

February 26, 2010

Dear Doris and Family. Our love and sympathy to each of you as we celebrate the life of Frank who always had a smile or positive word for one and all. Thank you for sharing him with our family...He will be missed. Blessings,
Don & Judy

February 17, 2010

2-16-10
Dear Doris & Family,
We just found out last night of Frank's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Phil& I would have never met but for the Explorers group that Frank so selflessly led. He was a pillar of our community and loved by all who knew him.
With Deepest Sympathy & Love, Phil, Roberta, Kaytee, Margaret & Ben Bole

Betty Ann & Tony

February 15, 2010

Doris, Frankie, Carolyn & Paul....We just heard today, Feb. l5th, that Frank passed away....He left so much to everyone he ever met, that he will live forever. The wonderful stories we each could tell, would take at least another century....he is truly loved and the perfect example of what a family really means....and a great friend and tons of fun...I know I speak for all the IHM group of friends, thank you for letting us be part of your family...and 91 1/2 years... Betty Ann & Tony.

Pat Lowe

February 11, 2010

Dear Doris, Carolyn, Frank and Paul, I'd like to extend my deepest condolences for your loss. I have fond memories of Frank, he was always so much fun at gatherings. My prayers are with you. Pat Lowe(Doris'daughter)

Frank - loved to laugh..

February 11, 2010

Frank and Carolyn during our visit last year.

February 11, 2010

Doris & Doris at our visit last year.

Lynette & David Hoy (Darling)

February 11, 2010

Dear Doris, Carolyn, Frank and Paul, our hearts are saddened by the news of Frank's passing. We hold you all in our thoughts and prayers and love you. He wss a wonderful person and we know you will miss him so much. Much love to all of you from our (Darling) family and Doris Camphouse.

Judith Rich

February 10, 2010

Dear Doris, Carolyn, Frankie and Paul ... It's been a long time since we've all been in touch, but when I saw Frank's obit ... it all came back to me in a rush of memories... Your welcoming, wonderful family ... your incredible togetherness ...Your wild & wacky house parties... (particularly the BiCentennial Bash!) ... all the community theatre "nonsense" ... the outgoing and nurturing love you shared with all of us... and Frank was always in the middle of everything and giddy with happiness. Being with your "gang" was always a joy and invitations to be a part of the Piatek circle were always treasured. Thank you and Frank for all the good times and may your memories of him be of that happy, loving, hugging family man
who so adored you all. My sincere and heartfelt sympathy is sent along with my thoughts and prayers. Love,

Judy Woods

February 9, 2010

To my cousins Paul, Carolyn and Frank and especially Doris:
May you appreciate that all the time and loving care you gave to Frank in his last years was a return on the investment of love that he made in you over a lifetime. You're sitting on a fortune. With All My Love, Judy

Wayne Thomas

February 9, 2010

Thank you for letting me part of your family. You and your family made my youth a most wonderful and joyous experience which I will never forget.

February 9, 2010

They are now enjoying that incredible Uncle Frank laugh and smile in heaven. Aunt Doris, Carolyn, Frankie , and Paulie...our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With our Love,
John and Lori

Joy Shutters-Helbing

February 9, 2010

May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

I'm proud to have known Uncle Frank, he was never afraid to fight the good fight and do what was right.

Leigh Anne Barrett

February 9, 2010

To Frank, every girl was a "Pretty Girl." He is already missed.

February 9, 2010

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Aunt Doris, Frank, Carolyn and Paul. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Frank was a very nice uncle and will certainly be missed. May your memories comfort you in your time of grief. With deepest condolences, Joe and Chris Zydlo

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