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Stanley Golaszewski Obituary

Golaszewski, Stanley Longtime La Grange resident Stanley Golaszewski died on February 13, 2017. Born in Chicago, Stanley grew up to be a true first generation immigrant success story. During WWII Stanley was a PFC in the 7707th Military Intelligence Service Center where he worked undercover in the displaced persons' camps and served at the Embassy in Bern, Switzerland. After the war, Stanley studied at Loyola University. He loved to dance and met his future bride, Evelyn Zapala, in 1950 at Pulaski Dance Hall. They were wed in May 1952 and had six children: Linda, Richard, Christopher, Carolyn, Greg and Annmarie; and two "adopted" daughters Charlene Grill and Stephanie Plazony. Stanley was a consummate salesman and a celebrity impersonator of George Burns. His personal success was due to his love of people. His greatest joys came from storytelling, his passion for golf, travel and most importantly his family. Musically talented, Stan also played guitar and banjo and sang and was a fixture at the St. Francis Xavier talent nights. He always had a smile and a joke for friend or stranger alike. He will be missed by his many friends, family, and fans. He is survived by his wife; children, Linda (David Summers), Carolyn (Mike Weaver), Greg (Robyn), and Annmarie (John Blaha), and six grandchildren, Devon, Mackenzie, Taylor, Samantha, Ayden, and Duncan. He is also survived by his siblings, TeresaTolczyk, Joe Golaszewski (Josette), and Ray Golaszewski (Dotty) and many nieces and nephews. Visitation 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday, February 17, 2017 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Prayers 9:30 a.m. Saturday, February 18, 2017 at the funeral home to St. Francis Xavier Church, LaGrange for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Alzheimer's Association for research, Honor Flight, or your local veterans'organization are appreciated. Funeral home phone 708/352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 15, 2017.

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Cheryl McKnight

February 9, 2021

Miss you Uncle Stan.

February 23, 2017

Stanley, your were/ are the Greatest. I will miss you. It was always wonderful to walk out of my house, see your smiling face and have a fun conversation with you. You and Evelyn have been the Greatest neighbors for forty plus years. A big part of our Block is gone. I'll miss you.
Ray Gustafson.

Joe & Josette Golaszewski

February 20, 2017

This is what my dearest brother Stash would say:

I guess I have to say goodbye
I know it's time for me to fly.
Don't cry for me or shed a tear.
For though I leave, I'm always near.

And surely we will meet again
So carry on, but until then,
Just look for me inside your heart
A place from which, I'll never part.

You'll find me in your memories
And feel me in a gentle breeze
You'll see me in your children's face
And touch me as you all embrace.

Don't cry for me, but celebrate.
For I am in a better state.
Just smile, for it was quite a ride;
But now it's time to leave your side.

Joe

Gosia Budz

February 18, 2017

Rest in Peace Stanly Goloszewski what a great man he was. His smile was the best. I feel like part of the family. Thank you... Always in my thoughts and prayers. .

Jim Tvrdik

February 18, 2017

To the Golaszewski Family, please accept my heartfelt condolences in Mr. G's passing. I grew up and went to school with Rick, and Mr. G would drive us to our basketball and football games for St. Francis in LaGrange. I will always remember his humor, candor and continuous smile!

Yours sincerely.

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David Golaszewski

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Cheryl McKnight

February 16, 2017

We will miss you Uncle Stanley! You and Auntie were always trying to get the entire family together. I remember those special Christmas Eve gatherings on N. Peck. There were so many of us. You mean the world to me and you will be with your brothers and parents once again. May you golf for eternity! The Golaszewski Family rules!

Susan Kolbus

February 16, 2017

I was so sorry to hear of Mr. G's passing, I will miss seeing him at Willow Crest. He had great stories to tell. Love, Sue Kolbus from Alcocks.

Duclan Golaszewski

February 16, 2017

Brother, father figure, friend, best of the best, Stash and his loving wife Evelyn were always present at any significant event in the Golaszewski family. "Love one another, as I have loved you" is the premise that Stan lived by. We can all attest to his loving and carin nature. One could not ask for a better sibling. He laughed, cried, rejoiced and suffered with his family, brothers and sister. We'll miss you, Stasiu, but know you will keep our place warm until we gather together once again. Love you, brother!

Carole Volenec

February 16, 2017

Dear Evelyn and Family,
I am so sorry to here that Stan has passed. What a wonderful and interesting man. I love his stories and sense of humor. I will never forget him. I am sorry to miss the services but I am in Galena. I will walk over in a week or two to visit you. Tea or wine? Carole

Rita & Roy Survillas

February 16, 2017

We were so sorry to hear of Stanley's passing. I have a lot of fond memories of the time I spent with you all while staying with Mrs. G during the summer when I was young. He was always so good to my folks. Stanley was a loving friend and will be missed greatly. We will remember him in our prayers. Love, Rita (Koral) and Roy

Christmas 2015

Anna Golaszewski

February 16, 2017

Grandsons together

Anna Golaszewski

February 16, 2017

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Memorial Events
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Feb

17

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Hallowell & James Funeral Home - Countryside

1025 West 55th Street, Countryside, IL 60525

Feb

18

Prayer Service

9:30 a.m.

Hallowell & James Funeral Home - Countryside

1025 West 55th Street, Countryside, IL 60525

Feb

18

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Francis Xavier Church

LaGrange, IL

Feb

18

Interment

Resurrection Cemetery.

IL

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