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1965
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2018
Garret Tylka Obituary
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Michael Markos
June 1, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My wife and I will put you and your extended family in our prayers.
Although I had not spoken to Garrett in some time, I am still shocked and saddened. I consider myself lucky enough to have a been a friend of his during our college years at NIU and will always remember his kind heart and smile.
Kevin and Sue McCarthy and Family
May 25, 2018
Dear Donna, Mr. and Mrs. Tylka, Dan, and extended family,
We are just shocked and so sad to hear this news. We have such happy memories with Garret and all of you. Garret was a such a nice and genuine person and fun to be around. We will never hear Neil Diamond or Puff the Magic Dragon without thinking of him again!
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers and wishing you comfort and peace.
George Brower
May 23, 2018
I played 16" softball with Garret on the Rogues an a Locals in Darien. He was a good guy and great teammate. He has the distinction of have two of the strangest accidents I ever saw (or caused). He had the loudest bone brake I ever heard when he collided with a teammate (not me) and he nearly lost an ear in a pick up football game (his head got in the way of my elbow). Now I wish I could reminisce about these incidents with him. Rest in peace, my friend.
Fred G Rich
May 21, 2018
Dear Donna we are so sorry to hear about Garret and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4
May 20, 2018
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the words of John 6:40 bring you comfort. CR.
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