Marlene Gill Obituary

Dear Ken,
I just want to say how shocked I was to
hear of Marlene's passing. I worked with Marlene out at O'hare Airport and
I was very good friends with Marlene. I
remember her finding what village in Poland my grandfather was born in. I remember her telling me of all her clubs and activities she was involved in. I remember asking her where did she get all the energy. I remember the love of her mom. And the love she had of playing the piano. But what I remember most the friend I had in her.
My deepest regrets to Ken and her family.
Sheri Benham

Dear Ken,

How I could have missed this, I don't know. Please accept my sincerest sympathies to you and Marlene's family. I know I'm not alone to hear of her passing. The world will be a little dimmer with her vivacity and zest now gone. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Kenneth:
Shocked and sadened to hear of Marlene's passing. Deepest sympathies to you and your family. On September 26, 2009, the Aquin Guild will include Marlene's name in our memorial petitions at our Annual Mass at St. James Quigley Chapel.

Marlene Gill was an outstanding woman and a true activist in the Polish American community. Although her life was cut short at a young age, she accomplished much and made her mark wherever she went.May she be blessed a hundredfold for all the good she did.

Dear Ken, I was shocked to learn from Lyndall and Norma Pigg of Marlenes sudden passing. I will always remember our trip to D.C. on the bus, for the wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown. Please accept my heartfelt condolonces.

Unable to attend the wake or funeral. I will always remember Marlene as a hard worker for the Polish Women's Civic Club.

Dear Ken:

I was shocked to hear that Marlene had passed away. She was a sweet, wonderful person and we all were blessed to have had her. I remember all the wonderful times we had working together with the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs United Nations Pilgrimage for Youth in New York. She was great fun and I feel blessed to have known her. I'm praying for you, Ken.

Love, Susan McClatchey

Dear Ken,
We were stunned by Marlene's sudden passing. She was fun to talk to at the Legion Balls, a "Polka Princess" and a dear woman. She always had some place to go and many causes to support. She will be missed.
Our sincere sympathy to you and the extended family.
Peter and Donna Nowak, Bartlett, IL

MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. WARREN C. DULSKI

Dear Ken,

We were stunned to hear of Marlene's sudden death. Please know that our prayers and deepest sympathies are with you during this difficult time.

Dear Ken

We were stunned when we heard the news about Marlene. She will always remain very much alive in the memories of those who loved, respected and treasured her.

Marlene was a true fighter for the Polish community and especially for women of Polish descent.

Sincerely, Henry and Mary Anselmo

Dear Ken and family:

Please accept our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of Marlene. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Council of Educators in Polonia
www.thecep.com

Dear Ken: I was so very sad to hear that Marlene had passed away. God only takes the most beautiful flowers for his heavenly garden. I think many times of the fun and laughter we shared at UNP in NYC. You were both a wonderful example of what LOVE IS. Marlene will live on in the hearts and lives of those she has touched. God Bless you/Betty Jean & Jim Haighway

God gave us Memories that we might have Roses In December.

Dear Ken,
Walter & I are sorry to hear of Marlene's sudden death. She was always kind and gracious to us. Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts and
prayers are with you at this time of
sorrow. Please keep in touch.
Walter & Anna Piecewicz

Ken
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sadness. We were so shocked to learn of Marlene's passing.

Lyndall & Norma Pigg
Bushnell

The phone rang in the evening hours of the night. My brother, Marcel informed me that Marlene Gill had suffered a heart attack a few hours earlier and had not survived. I decided to call my mom and ask her how she was doing. She whispered a few words I could not hear, as I sat silently on the edge of the bed for a moment, and said, "Marlene passed away at her home, its just not fair."

No, it was not fair. I attempt to share with Marlene's family and friends the grief they experience. Unfortunately, we are compelled to measure the loss of our friend, colleague and inspiration each in our own way and turn to what we can share, the extraordinary life that touched us all.

No word can do justice in explaining what a passionate women Marlene was. Passionate about her family and helping others. For example, assisting me with obtaining scholarships and recognition to achieve my goal of becoming a successful business marketer.

She leaves us a living legacy, in the sincere cards she wrote, the stories she told and the life I live transformed. So, here in this church, on this lovely Chicago morning, there is no need for goodbyes. Marlene's influence was much too profound for words of such finality. Instead, a simple thank you to a colleague, to a friend, to a woman who enriched our lives and passed all too soon.

Ken Everywhere I went the last couple of days, you would hear the name of Marlene on everyone's lips. What a terrible loss it is to all of Polonia. Everyone is shocked. She was everyone's friend and her wonderful, bubbly personality will leave a large hole in all of our lives.
She was loved by many. Heaven called her much too soon. With deepest sympathy....Sharon Zago

Ken,

Please accept my sympathies on the loss of Marlene. I had the privledge of knowing her through the IPA. She was a very caring and giving person and proud fo her polish heritage. She has done alot for the Polish community and she will be missed dearly.

I am proud that I got to know her and call her my friend. I used to enjoy talking to her about my experiences at the University of Illinois. I will miss her warm smile and her zest for life.

Sincerely,

Brian K Szumigalski

Dear Dr. Wilczynski.

My deepest sympathy to you and your siblings. I always remembered how talented you all are. It is difficult to lose a sister, and know that you are thought of during this sad time.

Dear Ken;
I cannot believe Marlena is gone. She will always live in the Polish American community and the lives she has touched. She has built an amazing legacy such as founding the Northeastern IL University Polish American tribute day celebration. I know she definitely has touched my life in the most profound ways and will live in my and my sister's hearts forever. She was my most dearest and beloved friend. I miss her tremendously. I miss her laugh, zest for life, love of family, Polish-American community and friends. I am stricken with sadness as is my sister Lucille. We send our love to you and your whole family through this difficult time. With best regards;
Love;
Eva Krawczyk, PhD and Lucille Krawczyk

Dear Ken,

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your loving wife, Marlene.

I always will remember how beautiful and talented she was. We met so very long ago when we were pre-teens as members of The Windy City International Folk Dancers. It seems like yesterday as we danced the polkas and waltzes for all of Chicago land including President Johnson and Lady Bird. Everyone remarked at Marlene's stunning beauty and poise. She always had a dimple, a smile and displayed kindness to all. So many good times with her, those are the things I will remember.

My dad, who is now deceased, always loved to talk with her. She always took time to visit with him and listen to his stories. Marlene made everyone feel special. That was her unique quality. She was full of life.

Years have passed but the wonderful memories of Marlene will go on forever.

Ken, we are sorry for your loss. Her memory will be your strength.

Ken:

Marlene's enthusiam and "Proud to be a Polish-American" spirit will be missed but remembered. She gave of herself endlessly to many Polish American organizations and activities. That is her legacy! May she rest in peace.

Carleen and Jan Lorys, Chicago, IL

Dear Ken:
Please accept our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your devoted Marlene. Her enthusiasm, friendly smile and her genuine pride in being a Polish American will be missed by us all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Geraldine Balut Coleman & Jon T. Osada

Ken,
The entire Zavaski family extends our sincere sympathies to you & your family on the loss of your Marlene. I will remember her fondly from all my IPA "hall of fame" and Board of Director trips to your Windy City. She always offered a kind word, a warm smile, and a positive attitude. I am thankful for having had the opportunity of knowing Marlene Gill.
Sincerely,
Eddie Zavaski, Jr.

Dear Ken,
My deepest sympathy to you and the family. She will be missed. I loved
her very much, she was my Godchild.
Her loving ways and deeds will be
remembered always. Love, Aunt Charlotte Oleksy

Dear Ken,
My deepest sympathy to you and the family. She will be missed. I loved
her very much, she was my Godchild.
Her loving ways and deeds will be
remembered always. Love, Aunt Charlotte Oleksy

Dear Ken,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Marlene. Needless to say, I was shocked to hear of her passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You were a wonderful couple and supported the polka field as well as many other organizations for countless years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Jo Liccar

Dear Ken:

Marlene and I (and Richard) go back long time to our CIC days, when Marlene was the Queen of the University Ball in 1970. My memories are of a proud Polish-American woman, who was very involved in the community and politics. This is my kind of woman.
May she rest in peace.

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time and in the coming days. Marlene will be missed.

FLT

Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Dear Kenneth and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your dear wife, Marlene. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Sincerely, Jim and Linda Pappas (Gayle/Gill) and family

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the death of Marlene. I will remember her as a very kind and loving individual who gave of herself to the community. Sincerely, Virginia Cudecki