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Richard Marek Obituary

Marek, Richard S. Age 76, U.S. Army Veteran. Beloved Husband of Geraldine (nee Blazes); Loving Father of Jacqueline (Andy Sanyal) Marek and Erin (Mark) Marek-Krawczyk; Fond Grandfather of Alexander Marek, Keegan Krawczyk, Anjali Marek, Hannah Krawczyk and Ajay Marek; Dear Brother of Patricia (Barbara Beaton) Marek, Thomas (Arlene) Marek and the late James Marek; Dear Brother-in-Law of Florence (Nick) Rossodivito, and Joseph (Late Joan) Sierega; Uncle and Great Uncle of Many Nieces and Nephews; Cousin and Friend of Many. Retired Employee of Houston Harvest Foods. Funeral Wednesday 9:45 AM from the WOLNIAK FUNERAL HOME, 5700 S. Pulaski Rd., to St. Mary Star of the Sea Church for Mass at 10:30 AM interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Visitation Tuesday 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM. 773-767-4500 or www.wolniakfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 6, 2012.

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Bob & Barbara Mowinski

August 13, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Rich was a kind and generous person. He was a great neighbor to Aunt Nonnie. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Kathy Woyner

August 7, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Memories of Rich always make me smile. He was a gentle soul and loved his family very much. My heart breaks for all of you.

Danielle Juracka

August 6, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss.

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