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Richard Chester Adamczewski

1946 - 2022

Richard Chester Adamczewski obituary, 1946-2022, Forest Park, IL

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Richard Adamczewski Obituary

Adamczewski, Richard Chester

Richard Chester Adamczewski. May 19, 1946 â€" October 4, 2022

It is with great sadness that Richard's family announces his passing on October 4th, after having Alzheimer's disease for many years. He was born in Germany on May 19, 1946. His parents were Josephine and Chester Adamczewski. He leaves behind wife Doris Ann (nee Racansky), children Jonathan, Kristina and Andrew, and a sister Alicia.

Rich was a graduate of Lane Tech High School, University of Illinois at Chicago and Illinois Institute of Technology. He was in the United States Marine Corp, Reserves. Rich enjoyed running, handball, volleyball, reading, traveling, and was a fan of the Chicago Bears and the Chicago White Sox. He helped, for many years, on the Friends of the Oak Park Library book sale. Rich was a devout Catholic and an active member of Ascension Catholic Church and St. Bernadine.

A visitation is being held for Richard on Friday, October 21st, 2022 from 5 - 8 PM at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 7750 West Cermak Road, Forest Park, Illinois 60130. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022 at 9:30 AM at Ascension Catholic Church, 808 South East Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60304. Interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Association. would be appreciated.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 10, 2022.

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AnnMarie and Larry Maurer

October 11, 2022

Dear Doris, Jonathon, Kristina and Andrew,
We were saddened to hear of Rich's passing. No matter how expected it may be due to someone's declining health, it's always sudden and a great loss. Please accept our condolences and our hope that you are focusing on healing and good memories. Much love to you all.

JOHN H FISHER II & CAROL

October 11, 2022

Dear Doris, it was with great sadness that we heard of Rich's passing. Jack and I always enjoyed talking to him and sharing ideas. Keeping you & yours in our prayers. Carol & Jack Fisher

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21

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Woodlawn Funeral Home

7750 West Cermak Road, Forest Park, IL 60130

Oct

22

Funeral Mass

9:30 a.m.

Ascension Catholic Church

808 South East Avenue, Oak Park, IL

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7750 West Cermak Road, Forest Park, IL 60130

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