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Walter Tokarz Obituary
Walter Michael Tokarz, age 78. Loving father of Najette (David) Keller, Brad (Deana) Tokarz, and Paul (Keriann) Tokarz. Cherished Grandpa of Eileen, Aidan, Kailey, Emma, Isadore "Izzy", and Toby. Dear brother of the late Sally Tokarz. Loving uncle of Jim (late Mary) Mauritzen, Gregory (Sherry) Mauritzen, Patti (Steve) Holvey, and Michael (Jessica) Mauritzen. Beloved son of the late Walter Richard and Anne (nee Horbacz) Tokarz.
Memorial Visitation Friday, August 11, 2023 from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 8025 W. Golf Road in Niles. Family and friends to meet Saturday, August 12 for a 9:00 a.m. Memorial Mass at Notre Dame College Prep, 7655 W. Dempster Street in Niles. A procession to Resurrection Cemetery will follow. Info 847-581-0536 or www.colonialfuneral.com
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Mike Blackburn
May 4, 2024
Wally, too, was a mentor to me as a copy boy for Chicago Today sports section. Not a career for me but a summer job and experience. It´s funny how one remembers people who made you feel good. Wally was that guy.
Bill Hageman
August 24, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. I first met him when I joined the Chicago Today sports department as a copy boy in 1970, right out of high school. I had no idea what I was doing, but Wally and the other copy editors were always ready to answer my questions and put me on the right path. He was a good guy.
Lauren Marley
August 10, 2023
One of the few home videos we have from childhood is my first birthday party with Wally, Maria and the kids. It captures the good times our families had together and the generosity Wally and Maria showed towards me as my godparents. Memories of your dad and the laughs shared will live on with the Marley´s forever.
Vanessa Anaya
August 9, 2023
Dear Paul, Brad, Najette and Aunt Maria,
My most sincere condolences for the loss of my Godfather. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.
~With love~
Cousin Vanessa Anaya
Delia Nieto
August 9, 2023
Najette, Brad, and Paul
Sorry for your loss. Knew your dad for over 50 years and I have very fond memories of the entire family. My deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Love always,
Auntie Delia Nieto
Cousin Lisa LIMAS
Paul Tokarz
August 8, 2023
Paul Tokarz
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Paul Tokarz
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Paul Tokarz
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Paul Tokarz
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Paul Tokarz
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Paul Tokarz
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Paul & Keriann
August 7, 2023
Brad & Deana
August 7, 2023
Najette & David
August 7, 2023
Eileen & Aidan
August 7, 2023
Emma & Kailey
August 7, 2023
Isadore (Izzy)
August 7, 2023
Toby
August 7, 2023
Maria E. Tokarz
August 7, 2023
"My deepest condolences for your loss, my heart and strength of spirit goes out to all of you ~ my children and their spouses~ Paul & Keriann, Brad & Deana, Najette & David and all my grandchildren ~ Eileen & Aidan, Emma & Kailey, and Isadore (Izzy) & Toby ~ in your time of grief."
Love Always,
Mom & Grandma Tokarz
The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home
August 6, 2023
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