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Michael Pelka Obituary

Pelka, CPD, Michael Gregory age 49, April 27, 2004, beloved husband of Grace M. Cwiok-Pelka, loving father of Emily and Becca, beloved son of the late Lolita and Dr. Francis X. Pelka, D.D.S., dear brother of Mark and the late Francis X. Pelka, fond son-in-law of Dorothy and Gerald Cwiok and brother-in-law of Susan and Thomas (Anna) Cwiok, fond uncle of Anthony and Thomas. "Pelks" will be greatly missed by his many friends and colleagues. Forensic investigator with the Mobile Crime Unit and 28-year veteran of the Chicago Police Dept. Family and friends will gather at Queen of Martyrs Church, 103rd St. and Central Park Ave. on Monday evening for a Memorial Mass at 7:00 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Grace M. Cwiok-Pelka for an education fund to be established for Emily and Rebecca Pelka. Information, Heeney-Laughlin Funeral Directors, 708-636-5500.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 2 to May 3, 2004.

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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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