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Joseph Cernok Obituary

Cernok, Joseph M. dearly beloved husband of Helen Mulryan Cernok, devoted son of the late Mary Therese and the late Joseph T. Cernok, cherished brother of Kate (Bob) Fiedler, loving uncle of Annie and Maggie Fiedler, dear nephew of Judy (Bill) Lacy, Lynn Cernok, Bob (Carol) Cernok, and Diane (Erich) Rauch, fond brother-in-law of Patricia (John) Casey, Peggy (Boya) King, Michael (Yvette) Mulryan, James Mulryan, John (Joan) Mulryan, Kevin (Linda) Mulryan, and Monica Mulryan, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. friend to all who knew him. Funeral Monday, 9 a.m., from McKeon Funeral Home, 634 W. 37th Street (at Lowe Ave.) to Nativity of Our Lord Church for Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m. For info, call 773-927-0925

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 30, 2005.

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Mia Vidricko

November 29, 2005

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I found about Joe Cernok through the Lacy Family and was very upset to hear of such a wonderful person passing on. He is going to make a terrific guardian angel who will watch over all his family and friends. Once Again, I am sorry please accept my condolences.

Ruth Maksymowicz

November 5, 2005

Dear Helen and Katie,

I just found out about Joe. I sit here in tears and disbelief that this has actually happened to someone as wonderful as Joe. He always had a kiss and huge smile for me every time we would meet. I am fortunate and proud to have even known him. There aren't too many guys out there like Joe. I can say with happiness that I was a friend of Joe's and always will be. Now, I hope God gives you strength to endure this rough time.

My prayers are with you and your families. I will always remember Joe and that big beautiful smile.

May God bless you.

The Beggs Family (Lori, Dennis, Francesca, Gabriella and Isabella)

November 5, 2005

Helen, Katie & Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We're very lucky to have such a nice family that was so close to our family, always looking out for one another. Katie and Joe always treated my grandmother as someone so special to them and we will never forget that. The services for Joe were truly touching. We will always remember Joe as a fun-loving person. He was always so pleasant on the phone when I would answer. He would say "hi, sweetheart, how are you, dennis and the girls". We will remember and keep Franny's first Cubs dress that Joe and Helen bought for her when she was a baby.

Rev. Daniel J. Brandt

November 4, 2005

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from Nativity of Our Lord Parish on this sad occasion. Masses will be offered for Joe. May you know the healing presence of Christ in this difficult time.

Laura Noonan

November 2, 2005

Helen, Katie and all the family - I am constantly thinking about you all. The services for Joe were very touching and the spoken eulogies so well prepared during such a hard time were so true to the Joe we all knew and loved. Happy b-day to Joe today, I know he is celebrating with his new angel friends above. Love Laura

Mark Bandemer

November 2, 2005

To the Cernok Family,



My deepest sympathies for your loss. Joe was such a great guy, truly one of the good guys that this world needs more of. It's amazing to me how many in the guest book mention that smile. It was the first thing I thought of, and I will remember it always.

Linda Arredia

November 2, 2005

Dear Helen,



The passing of Joe saddens me. I can remember all the laughs we had. There was never a normal vacation or dinner when we were together. You and Joe have always been great friends and have been there for us. I want to let you know we are here for you. May God Bless you and give you the strenght you need each day.



I will remember Joe and his family in my prayers.



Love

Linda Arredia

Patrick Murray

November 2, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Joe was a great guy. He'll be

missed by all. I found out just

today about his passing. I wish

I could of bid him good bye in

person. If you need anything

just email me. I'll be there.

Sincerely,

Patrick and Donna Murray

Happy Birthday

November 2, 2005

Happy Birthday, Joey!

I wonder what it's like--

First birthday in heaven--

It must be a sight!

With angels to sing to you:

"Happy Birthday, Joey"

and family and friends around you,

How happy you're sure to be.

Happy Birthday, dear Joey

from down here below.

We all miss you badly,

and we still love you so.

BRIAN KILDUFF

November 1, 2005

HELEN,I'M SO SADDEN TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.I'VE BEEN OUT OF TOWN.JOE WAS A GREAT GUY.WE'LL ALL MISS THAT SMILE OF HIS.HE WILL BE TRUELY MISSED.WE'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER JOE!I'LL NEVER FORGET THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD TOGETHER.GOD BLESS JOE CERNOK.

SABINA LITWICKI

November 1, 2005

DEAR KATIE, I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JOE'S DEATH, WE WHEN TO NATIVITY TOGETHER AND HE WAS ALWAYS A NICE GUY. HE WILL MISSED BY MANY. MY PRAYS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY .

SABINA (MCMAHON) LITWICKI

tom sass

November 1, 2005

Helen, I'm very saddened by your loss.My heart and prayers are with you and your family.

Donna and Mike Anderson

November 1, 2005

Dear Helen

Mike and I were very saddened to hear about Joe. We haven't known you guys long but the Martini parties at Tony's started our relationship with you.

Then the volleyball at Casto's this past summer was hot but fun.

We will always remember Joe greeting us with that great smile.

We are thinking of you at this difficult time.

Donna and Mike

Kate O'Donnell

November 1, 2005

Dear Katie,

Our deepest condolences on the passing of Joey. Our thoughts and prayers our with all of you during this difficult time. We will always remember his big smile. He is now with Aunt Mar and Uncle Joe and at peace. May God give you the strength to get through this. We are always here for you and the kids.

Love,

Kate and Ellen O'Donnell

Caryn Dombrowski

November 1, 2005

To the Cernok family,



I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure Joey will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Christina and Tom Rynne

October 31, 2005

Dear Helen,

Our hearts and deepest sympathy are with you, your family and Joe's family on this sad day. Joe was a true friend and we will miss him dearly. I am so glad that we shared so many good times toghether over the last seventeen years.



Our prayers are with you.

Christina and Tom

Linda Galluzzi - Doane

October 31, 2005

Helen

My prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Cindy & Buzz Gelhaus

October 31, 2005

Dearest Helen

May god watch over you and give you strength during this difficult time.

Barbara Galluzzi

October 31, 2005

Helen,

I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. May you find the strength within your family to help you through these tough times.

Ellen Harrington(McKenzie)

October 31, 2005

Dear Katie, I'm so sorry for your loss. I would see Joe at least once a month and he always had the biggest hello for me. He was truly a well liked guy and will be missed.

Sheryl and Mike Mills

October 31, 2005

"There are special people in our lives who never leave us -- even after they are gone."

We will always remember Joe's smiling face.

yvonne and mike fertig

October 30, 2005

Helen,Kate and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. Joey you are now in a higher place so keep your Cub cap on and bring our men in blue home in 2006.

You were my only Cub friend in Bridgeport so talk to God you now have the power.You will be missed.

Peter & Ruth Vito

October 30, 2005

Dear Helen & Family,

Little Joe, Big in heart & kindness,

May God watch over you and the family. His big smile will be missed

Love you,

The Vito's' Pete & Ruth

May it give you peace to know he is with his friend Bob.

Sue Whitehead

October 30, 2005

Kate and Helen



Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of the loss of Joey. I know how hard it is to lose a brother and can only imagine the pain of losing a husband. Remember that God is always with you and he will carry you through this time. Lean on him for your strength. Remember and cherish the times you've had and the joy of meeting again in heaven.



Love,



Sue Whitehead

Karen Passarelli

October 30, 2005

Dear Cernok/Mulryan Families,



I am deeply sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts & prayers.

Edward Milka

October 30, 2005

Dear Kate,



During your time of sorrow may the Lord bring you and your family peace and comfort with the knowledge that your loved one is now in the Lords loving arms.

God Bless,

Eddie Milka

Gilbert & Sylvia King Ti

October 30, 2005

Dear Helen,



Our heartfelt condolence to you and your family on the loss of your beloved, Joseph.



We will remember him in our prayers.



Gilbert & Sylvia King Ti

JOE FABIAN

October 30, 2005

HELEN,MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME. I WAS A FRIEND AND TEAMMATE OF JOEYS FOR 14 YRS. HE WAS THE BEST THIRD BASEMAN AND THE BEST FRIEND TO ME AND ALL THE GUYS. I HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF HIM. MY GOD BE WITH JOEY FOREVER. JOE FABIAN

john clancy

October 30, 2005

To the Cernok Family,

May Joe rest in peace, he will be greatly missed.

Joes friend forever,

John Clancy

Mary Anne Gartner

October 30, 2005

Dear Helen,

Reality is such a brutal and cruel state to live in that at times a dream world seems welcomed. I wish that Joe's passing was part of a dream state.



What an extreme privilege to have shared times with you and Joe at the Gablin's basement bar and Loon Lake. It was always a delight to encounter Joe with his eternal smile and warm, strong embrace. He was always full of practical jokes. His gentle spirit was amazing considering his strong stature.



He was a genuinely kind hearted person and the homeless animals on the streets of Chicago felt his compassion and giving ways towards them.



He tried to be there for everyone who needed a helping hand and there are not many hands that were stronger than Joe's.



It is said that those we love never leave our hearts but move on to a place where only our continued love and thoughts can embrace them and comfort us. And so it is.



I am eternally grateful and better for having known Joe and witnessed his deeds of kindness. May he rest in peace.



Sympathy and love,

Mrs. G

Karen Woodman

October 30, 2005

Helen, Kate and Family,



Our thought and prayers go out to you all during this difficult time. May God comfort you all.



The Woodman Family

mary Tuite

October 30, 2005

Helen and Family,

Joe was a great man who was a gift to all who had the pleasure of meeting him. His smile and genuine love will be greatly missed. God Bless all of you.

Mary (Peggy's sister)

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