Mark Karaskiewicz Obituary

Why hasn't it gotten easier? It hurts just like that same Wednesday afternoon. Please let me wake up now and PLEASE let everything be alright. Let my little family be whole again because I'd honestly give up anything. I am so sad. And I just don't understand.

My Uncle Mark was the sweetest honest man in my family besides my Grandfather who had a stroke and couldn't speak at the time anyways. I moved away from chicago when I was young but I will always remember his smile and that for some reason I always liked bringing him a beer while he watched sports at my Grandparents house. You are loved and will always be missed my dearest Uncle Mark. I know the the Karaskiewicz's will continue to be strong and we will all hold you in our hearts.
Adelina (Lina) Nieves (Little Rock, Arkansas)

It was as if when this day came along, it could be the one day out of the year that we could show you how much we appreciate you. You never wanted anything but we always tried to make you happy on this day. I always always made you a cake. I'm sorry I never found the perfect chocolate cherry cake recipe, I thought I still had time. But time just cheats you now doesn't it? Well at least you always knew you could depend on getting another shirt. Happy Birthday Daddy! I REALLY miss you, Forever Young.

Lupe&Children

I'm so sorry to hear that Mark has passed away.He was a great guy and friend.I'm sorry we missed the funeral.We just received a copy of the obituary today.Send our condolences to Mrs.K and the boys.You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts along with a special prayer for Mark.

With our deepest sympathy.

Mark&Laura Johnson

My Dad didn't have a biological father figure in his life and

it hurt him a lot but he had his mom's brother, Uncle

Father. He was like a Father to my Dad. Uncle Father has

just passed away but I know he is now with my Dad and

my Dad is probably so happy that they're together now.

My Dad lived a wonderful life, full of genuine love and

care. He has taught me values that no one else will ever be

able to, which I will pass on down to my children. He taught

the true definition of a father, it is a title that is earned

and not just frivolously given. A Father is always there for

you and never abandons you.

My Dad is my best friend, I think about him everyday at least

every hour but usually more (and that is said with no

exaggeration). He is currently all that is on my mind. I

miss our phone calls. We talked for hours at night and would

stay up late watching Nick at Nite together, on the phone and

every weekend I came home. I told my Dad everything!. He

knows all my friends cause I told him everything about each

one. He has counseled me through all my rough times. He

knows me better then anyone else. He has been involved in my

life completely. After all I am Daddy's little girl.

I miss my Dad more then anyone can comprehend. No one will

ever devote as much time and effort to me as my Dad did. He

would talk to me every single night no matter what and we

would talk for hours. He got me through my first week of

school, constantly reminding me that I can come home any day

I want. My Dad would count down the days it would take for

him to see me next. He always picked me up from the bus stop

and the first thing he would do is hug me and hold me there

as if it had been years since he had seen me last. Then we

would ride back home in his mustang convertible with the top

down and the radio blasting good old Rod Stewart! My Dad is

the strongest individual I have ever met. He no doubt is

also the coolest individual I have ever met. My Dad made

anything cool. He made a black pink-flowered 'Chicago'

baseball cap look cool. He brought the game of foosball back

into action. He would help anyone and did. If you ever

asked my Dad for a favor he always did it, no questions

asked. He threw the biggest and greatest parties. He missed

out on his own graduation party so he made sure that all of

his kids had the biggest graduation parties possible.

He was the best dancer, he would twirl me around and when I

was younger he would dance on his knees just so I could reach

him. He would catch me in the air as I would always love to

run into his arms, never afraid for a second that he would

drop me.

It isn't fair that God took my Dad away, but life isn't

fair and like my Dad always told me when he feels bad he

thinks of all the good things he has. I have many, and I

will hold on to them all just like I held on to my Dad. My

Dad passed away knowing he was loved. I will miss so many

things, mostly our talks and his signature wink that he would

always give me, but also all those times when I would pass by

my Dad in the house and always just hug him. I never left

the house, went to sleep or got out of the car without saying

good-bye and giving my Dad a kiss. I will continue to pray

for/to my Dad and even though I can't hear a response I know

he's listening. Dad would never leave me, he'll always be

with me. I can't wait until I am with you again, I love you

Daddy.

Dear Lil, Paul, Tim, Mike, Guadalupe and children.

I was so deeply saddened to hear about Mark. I remember holding him when I was 5 years old. He was always so loving and sweet. In time, may your wonderful memories of Mark replace the sadness you are feeling today. I only wish we had stayed in touch.

How wonderful that he got married and had such a big family. I know he was a wonderful husband and father.

It will be very hard for you, but you have each other. Cling tight.



Lil, you were wonderful to me, and

and my childhood memories are filled with love from you and your family. Boys, you were the brothers I never had.

My prayers are with with you all.



Love Patti(Hardman) Gerleve

TO MY SISTER LUPE ,KIDS AND MRS

KARASKIEWICZ WE LOVE MARK OUR HEARTS

ARE HEAVY WITH YOUR LOSS WE WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH



MARY & TONY

I extend my sympathy to my son's family. He is my youngest son of four sons and I will miss him very much. I have many wonderful memories of him as a child. I have always loved him a great deal and that will never change.

Dear Lupe and rest of the Karaskiewicz family. I would like to express my greatest sympathy to you and your family. May God be with you in this difficult time.



Elaine

Loyola University Chicago

Stritch School of Medicine MS III

Lupe & kids, Mom, Mike,Tim & Paul , if I were asked to speak of Mark, this is what I would say:I met him when he was 15 yrs old and already practicing his imitations of his great idols, John Wayne, Dean Martin, Jimmy Stewart, etc....He was always smiling and helpful and good natured. I became an official member of the family and Shortly after Mark married Lupe.(and sang that's amore at his wedding) Lupe and Mark made a recording of "I've got you babe" and I've always thought it was such a right song for all of us at that time. His dream in life was to fall in love and raise a family, being the best father he could be. I believe (except for leaving us too soon) he accomplished that. Each child starting with David was special to Mark and since I had none they were special to me. I helped Mark make Christopher's first formula, Gina Marie has my name, I could go on and on. When I was no longer an official member, Mark Did not change at all and is responsible for me remaining part of the family. Our football arguments and bets are legendary. He encouraged me to try fooz ball, never could I even Attempt to win....Christmas was always special and Mark always the camera man. I know Mark is proud of how strong and caring David and Chris have been, I know he sees Gina Marie's strength and is very proud of Anthony and Markie's readings. You know he liked the Green Bay flowers the best. Along with all of you he kept me part of the family and for that I will always be grateful. I love you all and know that some way we will all get through this time. Mark when you're ready and settled, send us some help....

Lupe, I'm so very sorry to hear Mark. He was a great friend. I still think of Mark and tell stories of what we done together. He will be missed. Your friend Wally.

I worked with Mark at Unisys in Lombard years ago. He was always so happy and cheerful, a pleasure to be around. I am shocked and saddened to hear the news of his passing. I know you have many memories to keep in your heart and I hope they can help you through this difficult time.

Michele Rush

Lupa, I am so sorry for your great loss. Mark was such a kind and wonderful man. The way he spoke about you and his family was just so remarkable. I will miss him very much.

To The Karaskiewicz Family,

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with each and everyone of you. Our hearts are heavy with your loss.

We Love You All,

Your Extended Family,

The Lewandowski's

Bob, Diana, Drew and Dean

Lupe & Family our condolences, to Mike and Evie & Michelle, and their Mother our sincere prayers go out to all of you.



Mike & I work together at St. Edward and I can't tell you how much we have talked about Mark and his family over these past very trying weeks for all of your family.

I know Mike really loved his broter and how bad he has felt about this over the past weeks. May the Good Lord always hold Mark in the Palm of His Hands. God Bless you all.

WE LOVE YOU AND WE WILL MISS YOU!!!!

Dear Lupe,

I am so very sorry to hear the sad news of the loss of your husband, Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

With deepest sympathy,

Raquel Carr

(Rachel-sister of Robert Moreno)

Dear Lupe and family,

We are very sorry to hear about your loss and we will keep you in our prayers.

Dear Lupe and family,

Our hearts go out to you. Our deepest sympathy. Mark was a great brother-in-law and a wonderful uncle. He will always be in our hearts.

I worked with Mark when Unisys was still Sperry. He was such a gentleman and good friend. He always made me laugh. My prayers are with Mark and his family whom he always talked about with such love. He was very proud of his wife and his family.

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I worked with Mark for many years and never once did I ever see him as anything but a kind, helpful and considerate man. I didn't realize how big his family was and I am sure he will be greatly missed. Once again, I am so sorry for your loss.

Lupe, I am so sorry to hear about Mark passing away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mark was agreat guy to work with - always cheerful, always helpful - and he was a White Sox fan!

My sincere condolences to his family.

We were so saddened to hear about Mr "K". We will always remember the good times when our girls were growing up and the beautiful Catillion. I for one know Joanna always loved the sleep overs and all night Fooz Ball games. Mr "K" was the Fooz Ball king!

Ed and Lupe,



Sorry for your loss, we'll keep you in our prayers.



The Wolfe Family