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Harold Kownick Obituary

Kownick, Harold P. Of Huntley (Sun City), formerly of Mt. Prospect for 39 years, age 85, WWII Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Sheila (nee Cunniff); loving father of Luke (Nancy), Mark (Shannon), Terry (Kevin) O' Brien, David (Dana) and Megan (Joe) Resler; cherished "Pop" of Matthew, Meredith, Kaitlin, Luke, Patrick, Christopher, Hannah, Kelsey, Jack, Lindsey and Joey; fond brother of the late Howard. Member of American Legion Post 673 and Post 525. Ten year volunteer at Northwest Community Hospital. Visitation Thursday, October 11, 2012, 3 to 9 PM at Matz Funeral Home, 410 E. Rand Rd., Mt. Prospect. Lying in State Friday 9 AM until time of Mass 10 AM at St. Raymond Church, Elmhurst Rd. (Rt. 83) at Lincoln, in Mt. Prospect. Interment All Saints. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern, Illinois, 405 Lake Zurich Rd., Barrington, IL 60010. Information: 847-394-2336.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 11, 2012.

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Lu Murphy

October 21, 2012

My husband Tom will miss Harold so much. They were friends from St. Gert's and held marathon phone talks in recent years. I remember him for his kindness and loyalty, his interest in others and mostly his big smile and big laugh. You couldn't hear Harold laugh and not laugh with him.

October 15, 2012

Our heartfelt sympathies to the entire Kownick Family. My dad, Don Jones, has been best friends with Harold since grammar school! We never heard until today and still don't know how to break the news to my dad, he will be devastated. Harold was truly a shining star in my father's life. Our prayers are with you all. Anna (Jones) Tichy

Dawn Johnson

October 15, 2012

My deepest sympathies to you & your family Dave. Your in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura Boehmke

October 12, 2012

Terry and family, I don't think I ever met your folks, but such a wonderful apple could only have fallen from wonderful trees. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all.

October 12, 2012

TO THE KOWNICK FAMILY, MAY THE LORD COMFORT YOU & YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. HAVING JUST LOST MY 91 YR. OLD FATHER IN MAY, I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO SAY GOOD-BYE. LOVE & PRAYERS, SHARON SCALETTA BARBER & FAMILY~

October 11, 2012

My dear cousins,
Your dad was always a family favorite. Wonderful love of family, great energy and that unforgettable laugh. His spirit lives on in all who knew and loved him.
Love and Hugs,
Cousin Ann Cunniff

Brenda Slaski-Grunewald

October 11, 2012

My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to the Kownick family. I will always remember Mr. Kownicks hearty laugh and all the great memories we shared with him and the family at Lake Namekogan. I always felt welcome in his cabin and home in Illinoise. I remember Mr. Kownick loved fishing. He was always so nice to my little brother Davey who has cerebral palsy. Mr.Kownick will be missed but never forgotten.

October 11, 2012

What a wonderful person Harold was. Will forever remember the laughs and the kindness your dad always showed the Tom and Vivian Cunniff family. He will be missed and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Ann and Mark McCullagh

Joe Cunniff

October 11, 2012

Dear Kownick Clan,
I was deeply saddened hear about Harold's passing. He was a gentleman's gentleman! I am proud to say he was my Uncle and will be missed but never forgotten.
All the best from your Cheesehead cousin.

Peggy Hagaman

October 11, 2012

O'Briens and Kownick Families
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
With deepest sympathy
The Hagaman Family

Bankston

October 11, 2012

We send our condolences to the Kownick family.May the God of all comfort be with you in the days ahead.

Leslie Sargent

October 11, 2012

Terry, Kevin, Meredith and Patrick,
We know how hard this will be, but you have such strong faith and supportive family to see you through. Wishing you peace and love, always! The Sargent Family

Jim and Lynn Burchard

October 11, 2012

Luke, we are so sorry to read of the passing of your father! God Bless you and your family in this difficult time! Jim and Lynn Burchard

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