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Mark Iwaszkiewicz Obituary

Iwaszkiewicz, Lance Corporal Mark Age 23, United States Marine Corps, suddenly. Beloved son of Elaine Pounders and Titus (Kristie) Iwaszkiewicz; devoted grandson of Eileen Popp; and great-grandson of Alice Petraitis; dear nephew of Donna (Frank) Rinaldi and Terri Sikorski; loving stepbrother of Zachary and Brad Woodward; dearest cousin of Jordon, Jessica, Alexandrea (Kiernan), Victoria and Robbie; cherished companion of Paige Allen. Visitation Tuesday and Wednesday 3:00-9:00 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Hwy., (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Thursday 10:30 a.m. from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Church for 11:30 a.m. Mass. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com (708) 974-4410.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 23, 2016.

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January 14, 2017

Semper Fidelis

A Fellow Marine

January 14, 2017

Semper Fidelis. Until Valhalla, brother.

Rajat Dhara

December 30, 2016

Dear Titus, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that we are always there for you and that you and your family will be in our prayers.

John Ward

December 28, 2016

Everyone in the extended Allen and Ward families feel blessed to have Mark in our lives. Thank you to the Iwaszkiewicz family for sharing your son with his California family. He was a perfect fit into our clan and we feel lucky to have known him. His unexpected passing is just another simple reminder that every day is a gift. We will continue to keep Mark and his family in our prayers.
Ward Family

Susan Martelli Reed

December 27, 2016

Elaine, Tito, Donna, Eileen, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this terribly sad time.

Rich Ptak

December 26, 2016

We are deeply saddened by the news of your son Mark's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rich Ptak and family

Kenneth Dutkiewicz

December 26, 2016

Tito, so sorry for your loss.

Jose Antonio Rodriguez

December 26, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss Titus, we will pray for you and your family.

LORIA MORAN

December 25, 2016

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dear young loved one. Please find a measure of comfort in knowing that Jesus promised that the dead will rise again. We so look forward to that time. The time when all sickness and death with be a thing of the past. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Michael Noonan

December 24, 2016

Titus and family, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May Mark rest in peace.

Laura Ricart

December 23, 2016

Titus and Kristie, so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

A grateful American

December 23, 2016

Thank you for your service to our country.

B D

December 23, 2016

Semper Fi Marine...

December 23, 2016

Our deepest condolences for your loss.Mr.& Mrs. Martin & Judy Zick Jr.

David Gaidas and Family

December 23, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Victoria and Phil

December 22, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. We didn't know Mark personally but we are sure he was a wonderful person. Please stay strong.

Paul & Kathy Parzuchowski

December 22, 2016

May eternal peace be upon Mark and his loved ones. Semper fi

Donna Rinaldi

December 22, 2016

Mark you have always made me laugh, you made me smile but most of all you made me and Uncle Frank so proud. I know God has big plans for you up in heaven. We miss you so much but we know we will see you again when Jesus calls us home. You will be able to find me Mark I will have on cheetah and like you said that narrows it down to just me I know you felt our love before this is just a reminder you are very loved , today and forever you will never leave us forever in our hearts Love you forever & always
Auntie Donna

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Visitation

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Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

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28

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

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29

Funeral

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11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

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29

Funeral Mass

11:30 a.m.

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