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Bruce Barnhart
May 11, 2004
My sister called me to relay the sad news. My parents were close friends of Lolita and Dr. Frank going back to the late1930's. Over the years we visited the Pelks's on many occasions. As I recall Lolita began her family later in life and she was truly overjoyed with her three sons. What a tragedy to leave this earth so early. Our harts and thoughts go out to the surviving family.
john fisher
May 6, 2004
To the Family of Greg Pelka,
I am sorry for the loss of Greg for all of us. He was a friend for many years, through our days of bowling and golfing down south. And who could ever forget His Laugh.
Kathy Carter/Aguinaga
May 6, 2004
To the family of Mike Pelka,
I just heard the shocking news that Mike passed away. I am so very sorry. What a great guy! I just saw him last month at the retirement party at the Beverly Woods. I am glad I was able to see him and talk to him, but like everyone else, never thought it would be the last time. I will never forget his sense of humor and wit. He was one of a kind! I know he will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have known him!!Words just seem so inadequate right now. God bless all of you, and may your many wonderful memories of Mike, comfort you during this very sad time.
Sincerely,
Kathy Carter/Aguinaga
CPD Ret.,022nd District
Joseph Joria, Lt CPD Ret.
May 4, 2004
Very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Just heard today. A very nice man. My sincere condolences.
Cullinan's Stadium Club
May 4, 2004
RIP
From your friends at:
Cullinan's
McNally's
TR's
K eegan's
Brewbaker's
Sean's Rhino Bar
The End Zone
Harte's
Angie's
A great customer...a great friend.
The Klabachas
May 4, 2004
Dear Mark, Grace, Emily and Becca,
We all miss Gregory and are so sorry for your loss.
Mark, we are counting on you to take Stella to church on Saturdays!
Love,
The Klabachas
Daniel O'Donoghue
May 3, 2004
Grace, I am saddened to hear about Pelks. I am Pat Rubey's cousin. Greg and I went through Christ the King and Ignatius together. We rode to Iggy most every day - many times stopping for breakfast and silliness. I feel fortunate to have seen him again last fall. Eileen and I extend our deepest sympathies.
Jack Crotty
May 3, 2004
Mikey,
Another Western Avenue legend gone! I'll miss that laugh. You and Al Fash have one on me!
Gail Downey
May 3, 2004
Dear Grace, Emily, Rebecca and Family.
We were so very sorry to hear of Mike's untimely passing. All of you are in our hearts and prayers!
Our Deepest Sympathy to All.
Your old neighbors,
Dave & Gail Downey & Family
Nancie Joslyn Anderson
May 3, 2004
Dear Grace and Family, Tom and I our sad to her about Greg. We have many fond memories of Pelks at my parents home and the meals Tom cooked for all to share. I particulary remember him bragging about how he could tolerate hot food. It turned out that Tom's mexican food was no match for Greg! I opened my wedding photo album the other day to see Pelks and his buddies. Another fond memory never to be forgotten. We will miss him, as will all.
Nancie and Tom Anderson
Frank and Marsha Kraft
May 2, 2004
Dear Grace,
We are so happy and grateful to have spent the time with you and Gregory at Disney just a short time ago. We gave the cap to Kristi and she said it would have been an honor to have met him. It was our honor as well.....our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.
Babs Barnhart-Kohut
May 2, 2004
Dear Grace,Mark,Emily & Becca,
I was shocks & so very sorry to read about the lose of Michael Gregory. I have so many wonderful memories of when we were children. Those memories have been in my heart. My mother, Ramona was also very sadden. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Love, Babs Barnhart-Kohut
Jim & Cathy O'Connell
May 2, 2004
Grace, Cathy and I were both deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. He was a great freind and a special sort of father for the girls. We will both miss his one of a kind stories and his zest for life. If you need anything just call.
JOSEPH KEANE
May 1, 2004
I AM SHOCKED TO HEAR MICHAEL HAS PASSED AWAY. I WENT TO BILOXI WITH MIKE AND A GROUP OF PEOPLE BEFORE HE WAS MARRIED AND MY WIFE AND I WENT TO HIS DRIVING RANGE. HE WAS ALWAYS A GOOD AND FUN LOVING PERSON. I WILL ALWAYS KEEP HIM IN MY PRAYERS.
Suki & Michael Glasser
May 1, 2004
Grace, Emily, and Becca,
I wanted to express my sympathy. Michael was such a great dad. Who else would bring all those teen age girls up to Michigan, cook for them, take them to the beach and entertain them? I will never forget his great sense of humor and smile. I feel lucky to have known him.
You are in our thoughts.
Love,
Suki and Michael Glasser
John Cisarik
May 1, 2004
Francis X. Pelka, D.D.S., was my dentist from 1962 until shortly before the death of his wife, Lolita.
Over the years, the pride and love that Dr. Pelka had for his family was evident in the many stories he told.
Most were happy stories, but I also remember hearing of his son's death and the stroke that Lolita suffered.
I am sorry to have read that there is more sadness in your family now, but I hope that you will take some comfort in knowing that even some people you never met have you in their thoughts.
Caitlin Witry
May 1, 2004
I'm so sorry to hear about your lose and if you need anything just call!
Love,
The Witry Family
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