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Ronald Topczewski Obituary

Topczewski, Ronald C. "Topper"

Ronald C. “Topper” Topczewski, age 84, U.S. Army veteran, retired C.P.D., P.O. Beloved husband of Tommy nee Gallagher; loving father of Bryan Topczewski and Charles (DeAnn) Topczewski; cherished grandfather of Marina (Angelo) Dillolo, Arissa Topczewski, and Paige Schmidt; devoted great grandfather of Charlotte and Sophia; brother of Carolyn (the late Edward) Steck; family member Valerie Schmidt; fond uncle and great uncle of many. Visitation Wednesday December 27, 2023 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles. Funeral Services will begin Thursday 10:00 AM with prayers at the Funeral Home and then proceed to St. Robert Bellarmine for 11:00 AM Mass. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers donations to the Polish American Police Association Scholarship Fund or the Rainbow Hospice Ark. For more funeral info call 847-966-7302 or www.skajafuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Dec. 25 to Dec. 26, 2023.

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Jeri Freeman

January 5, 2024

To Tommy,Brian,Charlie and your Beautiful families, God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are so sorry to hear of Topper’s passing. He was a wonderful person with so many anccomplishments, and always brought a smile to your face! I know he loved you all so much, and that you were the reason for his pride and happiness. May you all carry his memory and teachings with you forever! Jeri Freeman and family

Jeremy Sabbath

December 28, 2023

RIP Topper. I remember meeting you as a freshman at Taft in 2003. May you rest easy.

Nancy DeMarco

December 28, 2023

Rest in Peace Top. Thanks for all the great times in your boat on Powers Lake. So very sorry for your loss, Tommie, Bryan and Charlie.
Sincerely,
Nancy D and Kathie O
Florida

Jay & Tina Ryan

December 28, 2023

Our sincerest condolences to Bryan and the Topczewski family.

Robert Ranieri

December 28, 2023

I knew Topper over 55 yrs. He was my handball partner at the fire station, my brother in blue at the 014th district and most importantly a treasured friend who I ❤ love!

Harold Brown, President of the RCPA

December 27, 2023

I would like to thank my friend Topper for the years he was by my side as Treasurer of the Retired Chicago Police Association. You will be missed by all who knew you.

Michael Chmiel

December 26, 2023

Rest in peace, Topper

Len Muscolino

December 26, 2023

My sincerest condolences and prayers to Bryan and the Topczewski family.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

December 26, 2023

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Topper will be remembered at the next Police Mass.

In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

Randy Gumkowski

December 26, 2023

To the family and friends, so sorry for your loss.

Rest Easy Hero.

Randy Gumkowski (INPGR)

Tom McGann

December 26, 2023

Topper was a very interesting individual that would always find time to help a friend RIP

Eddie Dedo

December 26, 2023

Condolences from the Dedo Family. Topper I will always remember you as great man your guidance knowledge wisdom and mentoring and good jokes.
The Polish American Police Association will truly miss you.

Mike T

December 26, 2023

I’ll see you around brother.

Bob Egan

December 26, 2023

RIP Topper many good times playing hoops at Brands Park,Godspeed

EDWARD DYKLA

December 26, 2023

TOPPER, WAS A GREAT FRIEND TO ME VERY LOYAL
A SINCERE FRIENDLY TRUSTWORTHY HE WILL BE MISSED
ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AND THINGS YOU DID WITH HIM, HE AND YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS AT THIS SAD TIME IN YOUR LIVES...GOD BLESS
EDWARD G DYKLA
PRESIDENT EMERITUS PRCUA
BOYNTON BEACH , FLA.

Frank and Rita Thornton

December 25, 2023

So many fun memories of Topper. From CPD basketball games to boating days in Wisconsin. Thanks for all the memories, Topper. May you rest in peace.

John J Flood

December 25, 2023

My sincerest condolences to all of " TOPPER'S " Family - a wonderful guy, a TRUE legend with PAPA- Such a pleasure to have a relationship over our police careers - gone to rest now -some people are such a significant presence while living that they still will always occupy space even when they are gone - such as Ron -
John J Flood
Cook County Police Department ( RET)

Marilyn mazewski

December 25, 2023

Topper was a great man, friend and family man.he will be missed. RIP Topper.
Marilyn Mazewski

Service, Patriot and Friend

Al Piantkowski

December 25, 2023

Topper will always be remembered for his devotion to, and love of, his family, friends and heritage.
They say a man can be judged by the friends that he kept and cared about. Topper associated himself with a vast array of patriots, professionals and everyday people. He was 'old school' in that regard... "God and Country."
He could not only just fill a room, but brighten it as well. Hardly did he ever leave one's presence without pulling out his wallet or that proverbial feather that he often used to massage your funny-bone, a giver in every respect.
Rest in peace now, old friend, your work here is done. We all are grateful for the many lives that you touched along the way. You will forever be remembered as that revered product, truly ... "Chicago's Finest."

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