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Lois Bukiewicz Obituary

Lois Ann Bukiewicz, age 61, of Carmichael, CA, passed away on December 31, 2008, after a lengthy illness. At the time of her death, Ms. Bukiewicz was a Registered Nurse employed by Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento, CA. Ms. Bukiewicz was born on December 18, 1947, in Medina, NY, and was the daughter of Lorraine M. and the late Leo A. Bukiewicz. She attended St. Mary’s School and Medina High School and thereafter, graduated from St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Rochester. She later earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Sacramento State University. Ms. Bukiewicz is survived by her mother, Lorraine M. Bukiewicz of Medina; five sisters, Jean B. (Dr. Luis) Zaffirini of Laredo, TX, Ellen B. (Mark) Goheen of Medina, Ruth Miro (Dr. Javier) of Bakersfield, CA, Mary C. (Dennis) O’Grady of Albion and Barbara S. Bukiewicz of Albion; three brothers, Paul Bukiewicz of Rochester, Michael Bukiewicz of Laredo, TX and John Bukiewicz of Arlington, VA. She is also survived by nieces, Jennifer Carlozzi, Melissa Miro, Anna Miro, Kara Goheen, Jenna Goheen, Elizabeth Zaffirini and Laura Zaffirini; and by nephews, Brett Goheen and Luis Zaffirini, Jr. Additional survivors include her maternal aunt, Gertrude Chunco of Santa Rosa, CA; and cousins, Jack, Mary Ann, Susan, Robert, Judith and Andrew Chunco. She was predeceased by her father, Leo A. Bukiewicz; her brother, Peter Bukiewicz; and her sister, Anne Marie Bukiewicz. During her long illness, Lois received the unselfish care, love and support of a number of close friends who were like family to her, including her cousin, Judith Chunco. Her family is eternally grateful for their kindness, compassion, caring and love. At the request of the deceased, no funeral service will be held at this time. Visit www.legacy.com/journal-register for on-line guest register.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 13 to Jan. 15, 2009.

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Pam Turk

January 31, 2009

I have many fond memories of Lois. I will always miss her great sense of humor,generous spirit, her love of dogs, her love of travel and adventure, her entertaining others and so much more. I was blessed to know her. My thoughts and prayers to the Bukiewicz and Chunco family for your loss of Lois.

Mary Ann Chunco

January 20, 2009

I always enjoyed the time we were able to spend together after Lois moved to Sacramento. I will miss her dry wit and her thoughtfulness of my Mom.

Deb Streb

January 16, 2009

Mary and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers daily.

Laura Harvey

January 15, 2009

Dear Mrs. Bukiewicz, Barb and Family,

We are all so very sorry for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

With Love and Blessings,

Laura, Larry and Rex Harvey, Jennie Monacelli

Donna Gardner-Miller

January 15, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you all today. I went to High School with Lois, and my thoughts go back to her crazy sense of humor, and how we used to laugh at the silliest things. I will always remember her fondly. God Bless you all.

Frank

January 14, 2009

Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss, You know we love you and are hear if you ever need to talk. Hang in there.

Cynthia Yancey

January 14, 2009

I worked with Lois for 5 years. I will miss her great humor and caring nature.

Annette & Joni

January 14, 2009

Barb and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May your hearts and souls find peace and comfort through the memories you have of Lois.

Julie Dunn Maryjanowski

January 14, 2009

I've always admired this family. I'm sorry to hear of your loss.

Wes Brown

January 14, 2009

Mary and Dennis,

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. If you need anything, you know where to find me.

January 14, 2009

Mary ,Dennis,Ellen Sorry to her about the lost of your sister. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Love ,Heather Gillette and family

Terah Jackson

January 14, 2009

Lorraine ,I am so sorry to hear about your daughter.

Jennifer Morgan

January 14, 2009

Ellen (& family) and Barb -- I am so very sorry to read of the loss of your sister ~ you are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you through this difficult time.

Love - Jennifer Morgan

James/Sandra Dunn Russell

January 14, 2009

Lorraine and Mary..Your in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear of Lois passing. All the happy memories will help ease the sorrow in this difficult time. God Bless

Irene Dunn

January 14, 2009

Lorraine and Family. Sorry to hear of your loss. We have been friends as well as neighbors for many years. Please remember that you will be in our prayers and all of you stay strong. Your neighbors to the north, Irene and Weldon

Ken / Sharry Conner

January 13, 2009

Mary, very sorry to hear about your sister. you are in our thoughts.

Dave Moore

January 13, 2009

Barb, and family so very sorry for the loss of your sister my prayers are with you.

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