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Gerald Cwiok Obituary

Cwiok, Gerald Thomas 74, loving husband for over 50 years of Dorothy Cwiok (nee Zagorski); beloved father of Grace Cwiok-Pelka, Susan & Thomas Cwiok; cherished grandfather of Emily & Rebecca Pelka and Anthony & Thomas Cwiok; sweet brother of Grayce Pacholik; fond uncle & brother-in-law to many; friend to all he met – footed, feathered, finned & furred. Memorial Mass January 26, 2008, 10:30 a.m., St. Mary Star of the Sea Parish, 6435 S. Kilbourn Ave., Chicago, IL 60629 (773-767-1246). Luncheon to immediately follow mass at The Old Barn Restaurant, 8100 Parkside Ave., Burbank, IL 60459 (708-422-5400).

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 11 to Jan. 24, 2008.

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Tom & Teri Witt

January 28, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss! Your family will be in our prayers.

Bob and Sue Ahlgren

January 22, 2008

Mrs. Cwiok, Grace, Susan, And Tom, Sorry to learn of "Pops" passing. He was a very caring and special man and I know he will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time and always! Just think of the beautiful place Pops is in. He sure must be enjoying himself with no more pain or suffering and he can eat anything he wants and not have to worry any more! God bless you all!

Jeanne Petty

January 21, 2008

Dear Sue, Mrs. Cwiok, Grace, and Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. I never met your dad, but I feel like I knew him from all the stories Sue has told me over the years. He will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Judi Meissner

January 19, 2008

January 19, 2008
Dorothy & family
Although I never met you, Jerry was my
cousin & when I was a young child in
Chicago on 47th St., he would take me
on his bicycle to the drugstore for an
ice cream soda. I am the daughter of
Ed & June Jusk.
Sincerely
Judi (Jusk) Meissner

Michael Eagle

January 19, 2008

Sue, Grace the Eagle family from NYC sends our deepest sympathy for your loss

Herbert Gaulden

January 19, 2008

Memmories keeps those we love close to us forever. It is not necessary to see, be with or have their presence near to continue to love someone. With God, our hearts and our minds no one is ever lost to us forever.

Kathy Drust

January 19, 2008

Cwiok Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May the many years of memories and happiness stay in your minds and souls. I will be thinking and praying for all of you. Mrs. Cwiok you will always have a special part in my heart and in my memories. Take care of yourself.

Patty Carter

January 16, 2008

Mrs Cwiok, Sue, Grace & Tom, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I have great memories of Captain Jer and all the wonderful times we shared in Michigan. He was a wonderful person and I am privileged to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Mary Joy Carroll

January 16, 2008

Dear Dorothy:

I am so sorry to learn that your husband Jerry passed away. May be rest in peace. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prays.

God bless,
Joy

Diane Abernathy

January 16, 2008

Sue and Family
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow.

Guadalupe Jamison

January 16, 2008

Susan and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. May God bless you all and help you find comfort.

kathleen O'flaherty

January 12, 2008

Dorothy I was very sorry to learn that Gerald passed away. You are in my thoughts and prayers; may God comfort you and your family at this very difficult time.

Suki Glasser

January 12, 2008

Dorothy, Grace, Emily, and Becca,
We will miss The Captain Jer but his wonderful stories will live on in all of you. He has always been so proud of his girls. What a great guy.
Love, Suki and Michael

Jan & Linda Kotynek

January 12, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Captain Jer

January 12, 2008

Missy, Liz, Kate & Nick Zagorski

January 11, 2008

Dear Dorothy, Grace, Sue, Tom, and kids,
May the great adventures you've enjoyed with the Captain over the many years remain forever in your heart. You are so fortunate to have had him for a husband, father, and grandfather. What a wonderful, spirited by God, individual. We will miss him terribly, but his love will live on forever.I can see him now enjoying a hug and a chat with Richie, Jimmy, Gloria, and Johnny, as well as all the famous and infamous people he always wanted to meet, playing catch up or learning somethiing new. God Bless you all and know that we send you our love and prayers.He is at peace in the arms of our Lord.

Kara Cullen

January 11, 2008

Dear Dorothy and Family-
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Kara, Chris, and Tommy Cullen

Deena Shaar

January 11, 2008

Grace and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. He left behind a great legacy: a beautiful family! God Bless.

BONITA HORKAVY

January 11, 2008

Dorothy, Sue, Tom, & Grace. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. You will be in my prayers. Bonnie Horkavy

Gail Downey

January 11, 2008

Dorothy and Family:

We were so very very sorry to hear of the untimely death of our great friend and neighbor, Jerry!

Our love and sympathy to you and the family!

Love,
Dave & Gail

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