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Sicinski, Matthew Anthony Age 38. Beloved husband of Julia Walch and loving father of Mei-Lin Sicinski died suddenly at his home in Skokie, IL on December 31, 2010. Matt was born on November 9, 1972 in Joliet, IL. He attended Troy Grammar School, Joliet Catholic High School and the University of Illinois. He is also survived by his parents Karl and Carol (Schranz) of Joliet; his sister, Elizabeth Sicinski of CA; brothers, Stephen (Angela) Sicinski of Bloomington, IL, Gregory Sicinski of Rockdale, IL; mother-in-law, Barbara LaForge of Oak Park; neice, Cameron Sicinski and nephews, Zachary and Aedan Flores; Aunt, Nancy Schranz; uncles, Ray (Mary) Sicinski, Bob (Mary) Schranz, Bob Plasczewski, Stan Rycyzyn and James Schranz; many cousins also survive. Preceded by his maternal and paternal grandparents; aunts, Elaine Schranz, Dorothy Rycyzyn, Betty Plasczewski and Norma Schranz; uncle, William Schranz. Matt was a warm and caring person who enjoyed working on cars with his father and brothers, scuba diving with friends and caring for his many pets. A kind and gentle soul and will be greatly missed by all. Funeral Services for Matthew Sicinski will be Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. from the funeral home to St. Mary Nativity Catholic Church for a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 noon. Interment St. Mary Nativity Cemetery. Memorials in his name to his daughter's education fund that will be established at a later date or Joliet Area Community Hospice would be appreciated. Visitation TUESDAY MORNING, 9:00 a.m. until time of services at: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet For information: (815) 741-5500 www.fredcdames.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 2, 2011.

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Carol Sicinski

December 30, 2024

Well the holidays are all over. Waiting for the New Year this week. I can't put into words how we all miss and love you so much. RIP with Pops. Love mom

Julia Walch

December 27, 2024

As life rolls by I wish you were still here to share it with me.

Scott Krause

January 1, 2024

Matt-Man-Do, I still smile when I see your name and think of laughing together. Work wasn´t work if we could share a smile, a laugh, a moment. A drink over dinner. Skoal Buddy.
Scott

mom & family

December 31, 2023

Hello Matty. Thirteen yrs. ago today. Pain never lessens. You will always be our hearts. So many fond memories that we all still share. RIP my dear son. Hope you and pops have time together. Love,mom

Gregory Sicinski

November 9, 2023

Happy Heavenly Birthday Matty. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and all the great times we had. There's only so much that words can convey but you'll always live on in my heart. I love you.

Greg

Caroline Sicinski

November 9, 2023

Happy Birthday Matty. I hope pops is singing to you and sharing memories. Time goes on and all the great memories I have of you are what get me thru these heartbreaking days. RIP, Love you, Mom

Greg Sicinski

December 31, 2022

Grief is the last act of love that we have to give to those we loved. Where there is deep grief, there was great love.

Missing you as always on this day of days. Missing our talks, our laughs, but most of all I'm missing you. My love and prayers to you Matt.

Love you,
Gregory

Carol Sicinski

December 30, 2022

Those we know don't go away.
They walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard, but always near.
Still loved, still missed and always dear.
R.I.P Matty
Love always, Mom

Steve Sicinski

November 9, 2022

Happy Happy heavenly birthday, Matt! Hope you and Pops are celebrating.
Love and miss you,
Steve and Angie

Caroline Sicinski

November 9, 2022

Matt, happy 50 th. birthday in heaven. I'm sure pops will be singing to you. I remember your birth so well. We barely got to the hospital in time----- Thursday 7:32 p.m. Love, mom

Greg Sicinski

November 9, 2022

Happy Heavenly Birthday Matthew. You are loved and missed by so many people. I think about you and pray for you every day. I miss our talks and time together. You are truly a special person.

All my Love,
Gregory

Caroline Sicinski

December 31, 2021

Eleven years in heaven. You are forever loved, forever missed and forever in our hearts.
Love, Pops , Mom and all of your family.

Steve & Angie Sicinski

November 9, 2021

Happy Birthday in Heaven, Matt. We miss you more with each passing year. Can't believe it's been 11 years. Always in our hearts.
Love,
Steve and Angie

Greg Sicinski

November 9, 2021

Happy Heavenly Birthday Brother. I love you and miss you always.

Greg

Caroline Sicinski

November 9, 2021

Happy Birthday Matt. It's been eleven years since the last time we sang Happy Birthday to you. Missing you more and more as the years go by. Love, Pops, mom and Family

Gregory Sicinski

December 26, 2020

Ten years ago yesterday that I saw you last. Of course the holidays are not the same without but they are special in their own right. Cameron and I had a wonderful time visiting with Julia and Mei and our daughters have become quite the chef's. Love you always and forever.

Gregory

Caroline A Sicinski

December 25, 2020

Merry Christmas Matty, Another Christmas celebration without you
. Rest assured you will be in all our thoughts today. Love pops, mom and the rest of the clan.

Steve and Angie

December 25, 2020

Merry Christmas, Matt! Thinking of you today!
Love, Steve and Angie & Enzo

Steve and Angie

December 25, 2020

Merry Christmas, Matt! Thinking of you today!
Love, Steve and Angie & Enzo

Steve and Angie

December 25, 2020

Merry Christmas Matt . Thinking of you today.
Love,
Steve and Angie

Steve and Angie

December 25, 2020

Merry Christmas Matt . Thinking of you today and everyday!
Love,
Steve and Angie

Steve and Angie

December 25, 2020

Merry Christmas Matt . Thinking of you today and everyday!

Mei-Lin Sicinski

November 10, 2020

I remember watching Handy Manny with you and you falling asleep 5 minutes into the show. I also remember you reading to me for hours and hours. I miss you. Happy Belated Birthday.

Steve & Ang Sicinski

November 9, 2020

Miss you Matt there is not a day that goes by that we think about you in one fashion or another.

Gregory Sicinski

November 9, 2020

Happy Birthday in Heaven to my Irish twin. I sure miss our talks and being together. Hopefully you continue to watch over us with our Heavenly Father in these strange times. May God's eternal light shine upon you.

All my love,
Gregory

Caroline Sicinski

November 8, 2020

Nov. 9,1972 Mathew Anthony entered this world at 7:32 a.m. There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone, the light remains. Happy Birthday Matty. You'll always be in our hearts. Love, Pops, Mom and all the family.

Steve and Angela Sicinski

December 31, 2019

Matt,
Thinking of you always but most especially today! Though you may not physically be with us we know you are ever present in spirit.
Steve and Angie

Caroline Sicinski

December 31, 2019

Matt,thinking of you especially today with heavy hearts. We all have nothing but fond memories of you. Rest in peace our beloved son,husband and brother.

Love always,pops,mom and entire family

Caroline Sicinski

December 25, 2019

Merry Christmas to our beloved Matt. A day for rejoicing and a day of sadness.You are always in our heart and thoughts. Christmas has never been the same without you. We all love you very much.
Love always,
Pops,mom and all of our family.

Wishing you a Happy Birthday.

Mei Sicinski

November 9, 2019

Happy Birthday Daddy. I miss you and love you. You Mei-Mei

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November 9, 2019

Gregory Sicinski

November 9, 2019

Happy Heavenly birthday to you Matthew. Essentially we celebrate birthdays on Earth because we are marking the finite time here in preparation for eternity with God. May God Bless you and keep you close to him. Thinking of you always and especially today. Love and miss you Brother.

Gregory

November 9, 2019

Miss you Matt, you are constantly in our thoughts.

Giddty Giddty :)

Steve & Ang

Caroline Sicinski

November 9, 2019

Happy Birthday Matty. At 7:32 on the morning of Nov.9,1972 you entered this world and our hearts. We have nothing but fond and loving memories of you. You made us so proud throughout the years. Always in our hearts.

Love,Pops,mom and family

Gregory Sicinski

November 9, 2019

Happy Birthday Brother Matthew. Birthday's are for us on Earth to measure our time here before we are able to enjoy our eternal reward with God and his amazing love and forgiveness for our Earthly mistakes. Enjoy being free of any pain or sorrow and bask in God's Light and Love. Thinking or you today and loving you always, your little brother.

Gregory

December 31, 2018

Life was a blessing your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure. Love, Pops,Mom and our entire family.

Caroline Sicinski

December 25, 2018

Merry Christmas to our beloved Matt.Once again the day will bring back many fond memories of you.We will all have heavy hearts but when we remember many of our fun Christmases with you it will ease our pain. RIP dear son.

Love,Pops,Mom and our entire family.

Caroline Sicinski

November 9, 2018

Matty,Happy 46th Birthday to you.I remember this day vividly when you came into this world.
You brought nothing but joy to all of us.
We all love and miss you very much.
Love,
Pops,Mom and the entire family. Until we meet again.

Caroline Sicinski

December 31, 2017

It has been seven years since you physically left us. Remembering you is easy,we do it everyday. Missing you is a heartache that never goes away.You will always be in our hearts.
Love you forever,
Pops and mom

Caroline Sicinski

December 25, 2017

Merry Christmas Matty. We all still have such fond memories of you that will remain in our hearts forever. RIP Love,from all your family.till we meet again'

Caroline Sicinski

November 9, 2017

When we lose a loved one here on earth,we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us.
Happy 45th. birthday Matty.
Pennies from heaven forever.
Love you, Pops,Mom and family

Carol Sicinski

December 31, 2016

Good morning Matt,
When someone you love becomes a memory,
the memory becomes a treasure.
You are forever in our hearts.

We will all love and cherish you forever.
Love you,
Pops,mom and all your family.

Gregory Sicinski

November 11, 2016

Had an experience tonight working my side job and afterwards realized you were watching over me. Thank you. I appreciate you keeping an eye on me! I believe you are my guardian angel! Driving home I saw a tree on Black Road in full Christmas lights! I had to giggle like a little kid. I remember how you are about early Christmas decorations! Lol! I miss you and love you Brother. Keep that eye on me! I appreciate it!

Greg Sicinski

November 9, 2016

Happy birthday Matt! We all miss you but we keep your memories alive until we meet again.
Love,
Greg, Katie, Cameron and Lola

Mei-Lin Sicinski

November 9, 2016

Happy Birthday Daddy. Hope you're bowling with the angels today. I wish you could be here on this special day. Love Mei-Lin.

Caroline Sicinski

November 8, 2016

Nov.9,2016
We cannot send a birthday card, your hand we cannot touch. But God will take our greetings, to the one we love so much. Six years ago God called you home. You are still missed as much today as then.
Happy Birthday Matty, Love Pops,Mom and our entire family.

Steve and Angela Sicinski

January 1, 2016

We remember you fondly. We miss you immensely. We love you always!!!

Caroline Sicinski

December 31, 2015

When someone you love becomes a memory,the memory becomes a treasure. You are forever in
our hearts.
We love you Matt.

Pops,mom and the entire family.

December 25, 2015

Merry Christmas to our beloved Matty. We all hold deep in our hearts fond memories. You may be gone but never forgotten.
Love forever,
Pops.mom and your entire family

Dear Daddy: I love you and wish you were here for your birthday

Mei-Lin Sicinski

November 8, 2015

Caroline Sicinski

November 8, 2015

11-09-2015

Happy 43rd.birthday to our beloved Matty. Pops and I still laugh at how happy you were to receive "krinklies" in your birthday cards.It remains a painful day for all of us but our happy memories of you carry us through the day.
Love you forever.Will be remembering you at mass today.
Love you,
Pops,mom and family

August 21, 2015

Hello Matt,
Life has a strange twist every now and then. I'm sitting in my back yard just doing some thinking and your name popped in my head. I searched on my phone for your obituary, and saw the date, Dec. 31. I forgot what year, but it was in high school, that i was at the hospital with you on Dec. 31 and celebrated the new year. I stayed passed midnight because i didnt want to see a friend be by himself on new years. It's always the small things in life that make a difference. Mjss Ya Big Man, see you on the other side.
Your class mate and friend forever,
Bob Robinson

Caroline Sicinski

December 31, 2014

Grief is the last act of love we have to give to those we loved. Where there is deep grief,there was great love. Loving you forever, pops,mom and entire family.

Caroline Sicinski

December 25, 2014

Merry Christmas to our beloved Matty !! You are always in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Pops,mom and the whole family

November 9, 2014

Those we LOVE don't go away,
They Walk beside us everyday,
Unseen,unheard,but always near,
Still loved,still missed
And forever dear.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MATTY !!
Love,Pops,Mom and entire family

Caroline Sicinski

November 9, 2014

Those we LOVE never go away.
They walk beside us everyday.
Unseen,unheard,but always near.
Still LOVED,still missed
And forever dear.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MATT,
Pops,mom and the whole family

JO ANNE SKIOTES-MOLNAR

October 17, 2014

THINKING OF YOU TODAY..MAY GOD CONTINUE TO HOLD YOU IN HIS ARMS AND COMFORT YOU.

Michael Haderer

October 16, 2014

Dear Matt,

i am glad to met you. See you in the light. To all of you: We are so sorry.

Michael and family

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Caroline Sicinski

December 31, 2013

Matt,it's been three years now and it is still so painful.Will be remembering you today at mass.Rest in peace our beloved son,husband,father and brother.
Love you,pops,mom and entire family

December 25, 2013

Merry Christmas, Matt!! As we gather today to celebrate Christmas you will be ever present in our thoughts and we know that you will surround us with your gentle spirit and warm smile!!! Miss you dearly, Matt!
Love, Steve, Ang and Enzo

Caroline Sicinski

December 24, 2013

Merry Christmas Matty. We are sure if your grandmas are nearby they are baking their Poticas and Kiffels for you.We all love and miss you so much.
Love,pops,mom and family

November 9, 2013

Thinking of Matt today, his birthday. There is not a day that goes by that we don't think of him in some way whether it's because of a funny memory, just plain missing his smile and wonderful sense of humor, or a penny found. Keep the pennies coming, dear Matt! We love and miss you! Steve and Ang

Carol Sicinski

November 9, 2013

Happy Birthday Matty,
Thinking of you today on what would have been your 41st. birthday.
But that's nothing new, for no day begins and no day ends without the thought of you!
With all our love forever,
Pops,Mom and family

Greg Sicinski

November 9, 2013

Happy 41st Birthday! I enjoyed our talk and little toast. Forgive me for not having any Old Style! I miss and respect you so much. You left us too soon but will be forever in all of our hearts. Rest well my brother.

Gregory

October 16, 2013

MAY GOD CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU THE COMFORT TO ENDURE YOUR LOSS...
JO ANNE SKIOTES-MOLNAR

October 16, 2013

So true about Matt. I worked with him for many years and my heart still aches for his laughter and his ability to get everyone through the tough times at work. He was a very special man. Can't believe to this day that he is gone.

Sue Douvan

October 15, 2013

It has been said, "When more than one heart bears the weight of sorrow, then all hearts shall find a way to peace." The entire Sicinski family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Greg Sicinski

August 3, 2013

Matt, I think of you often. I miss ya! I really do. I hope you're doing well and know that I love and miss you. I'm going back to working the South Side of Chicago and I hope you keep an eye on me and keep me safe I've had some crazy stuff happen lately and wanna fix my yard. While I'm working I ask that you keep an eye on me. I love and miss my brother. Love you Matty.

Carol Sicinski

December 31, 2012

Dearest Matt,remembering you at mass today.So many cherished memories.
We know life must go on but it will never be the same.
We love you---
Pops,mom and your loving family

December 25, 2012

Merry Christmas Matt. Missing and loving you every day.
Love,Pops,mom and your family.

Caroline Sicinski

November 9, 2012

Good morning Matty. Happy 40th birthday! We love and miss you every day.
Love, Pops and mom

Greg Sicinski

June 23, 2012

I was thinking of you today. I'm facing some challenges at work regarding doing the right thing and sticking it out vs doing what others order me to do. I looked back to our talks and what dad taught us at an early age and you gave me strength to do the right thing. I'll deal with what follows but I'll always know I did what was right. Two of the most influential people in my life are you and dad. Dad taught me to do the right thing, you taught me follow my heart in doing the right thing. Some of the most difficult decisions I've ever made have been guided by our talks. I really miss them. I think of you always and will love you forever.

Julia

March 19, 2012

Missing you never gets any easier. We still talk about you everyday. You were one of a kind and a beautiful soul.

Gregory Sicinski

February 21, 2012

Matthew, I've been thinking of you so much lately. I helped some friends of mine tonight who were in a rough place. I could have easily told them I was busy or made some easy excuse not to do the right thing. I thought of you and all of the times you helped me when I needed your help. I did my part with you on my mind and in my prayers. Matthew, you really taught me what it means to give of one's self and be generous to others. The look in their eyes, the kind words let me know that you live on through me and others. I wouldn't be who I am today if it wasn't for you. Thank you for being a great brother and mentor. I love and miss you!
Eternally your brother and friend,
Gregory

Gregory Sicinski

January 30, 2012

I'm thinking of you as always. Missing you forever. Loving you eternally. Matthew, I pray for you daily. You are my best friend and will never be forgotten.

All my Love,
Gregory

Anne Juratovac

January 3, 2012

Many prayers said in recent weeks for Matt's family. I think of him often while working on my projects at Quintiles and recall his wonderful sense of humor and communication style.

Greg Sicinski

January 2, 2012

Matt,
This past year has been a huge adjustment. I miss not being able to call you whenever I wanted to talk, go to your house and see you or enjoy your company at family gatherings. I take comfort in knowing that while I can't physically see or talk to you anymore, you are present in my everyday life. So many of the things I do and see everyday remind me of you that you will always be with as God is with you. You'll forever be in my heart and in my prayers.
Always your loving brother,
Gregory

Karl and Carol Sicinski

December 31, 2011

Dearest Matt,today we visited with you,waiting for the early morning sunrise.Peace and tranquility surrounded us.We will all celebrate you life tonight at mass.Rest in peace dearest son.
Love,
Pops and mom

Steve and Ang Sicinski

December 31, 2011

Matt- Today we remember you in prayer through the celebration of the Eucharist. We love you and miss you!
Love,
Stephen and Ang

Steve and Ang Sicinski

December 26, 2011

Christmas was just not the same without you Matt. Though your spirit was felt throughout the day with the stories we shared, the shirt and watch that Stephen wore and the presence of your beautiful wife-Julia and beautiful daughter Mei, we truly missed your physical presence!
Love,
Stephen and Ang

Brenda Zullo Fronek

December 26, 2011

Carol,
My thoughts and prayers are with you this season. I wish I had wise words to ease you pain, be gentle on yourselves and treasure your memories. Love, Fred and Brenda Fronek

Carol Sicinski

December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas to our beloved Matty.As we gather together to celebrate this holiday know that you will be in all of our memories of Christmas's past.Rest in peace son. Love,Pops and Mom

November 24, 2011

Matt,today we give thanks for all of our loving memories of your life and kindness you shared with all of us.
Love,
Pops and Mom

November 9, 2011

Happy Birthday Matt :) I think about you everyday, and I miss the "Gidety, Gidety" and your sense of humour.

Love,
Steve

November 9, 2011

Happy Birthday dearest brother-in-like! You are remembered everyday but most especially today...your birthday. I miss you!
Love,
Ang

Matt and Mei-Lin 2007

Julia Walch

November 9, 2011

Dearest Matt: Today on your 39th birthday I sit and remember you and all of your sweet, kind ways. Tonight, Mei-Lin and I will light a candle, sing Happy Birthday and share our memories of all the times we had together.

Love you always and unconditionally.

Julia

November 9, 2011

The day is remembered and quietly kept. No need for reminders, We will never forget. Deep in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day. No one knows the grief we bare, when the family meets and you're not there. Wishing today as we wished before, That God could have spared you many years more! Love,Family

November 9, 2011

Happy Birthday Matty.

We love and miss you.
Love,pops and mom

JO ANNE SKIOTES-MOLNAR

November 3, 2011

THINKING OF YOU AND PRAYING... OUR GOD WILL
COMFORT YOU AND HOLD YOU SO CLOSE TO HIS HEART FOREVER...

Sharon DeJule

November 3, 2011

We all rememeber Matt's kind heart, my
deepest sympathies to all, I can only image how much you all miss him.

gregory sicinski

November 1, 2011

Mattie, I'll always be proud to call you my brother. Our good times and bad will always be in my heart. I only hope that I can make you as proud of me as I am of you. I love and miss you. Your brother forever,

Gregory

Carrie Froseth

February 17, 2011

Matt has been on my mind lately. I miss him as I know many others do.

Leslie Herzog

January 28, 2011

Julia,

So very sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Timarie Maske

January 10, 2011

To Karl, Greg, and then entire Sicinski Family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Matt. May your memories help comfort you in the days to come.

Craig Amburgey

January 9, 2011

Matt's positive perspective and depth of kindness was a gift to all us.

January 8, 2011

Dear Julia and Mei-Lin, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God bring you comfort and peace in this time of grief.
Evelyn Lumayag Chicago,IL

Michelle Brueck

January 7, 2011

Dear Julia & Mei-Lin, There are no words to describe how sorry I am to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karin Kendzora

January 7, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Matt's entire family. May your belief in the hereafter support you in this time of grief.

Aaron Stroud

January 6, 2011

My deepest condolences to the Sicinski fmaily. I knew Greg well and met Matt a few times. My prayers are with you all.

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