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Walter Wilczek Obituary
Wilczek C.R., Rev. Walter M. July 2, 1927 – September 1, 2010, beloved member of the Congregation of the Resurrection, devoted a life of service to the Catholic Church and education (with great passion for athletics and the arts). His service touched many lives in many locations over the years, including: Weber High School, Teacher (1954-60); Gordon Tech High School, Teacher and Principal (1960-73); St Joseph Parish, Fontana, CA, Associate Pastor (1973-75); Archdiocese of Chicago, Director of Secondary Schools (1975-82); Notre Dame High School, Riverside, CA, Principal (1982-86); Invested Knight Commander of the Holy Sepulcher 1985; St. Stanislaus B.&M. Parish, Chicago, Pastor (1987-93); most recently he had been retired resident at St. Hedwig Parish. Dear son of the late Adam and Mary Wilczek, fond brother of Helen (the late Bruno) Zielinski, the late Mary (the late John) Kawula, and the late Ann (the late Joseph) Swiech, also cherished uncle to many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Lying in state Tuesday, September 7, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Prayer service at 7:00 p.m., and Wednesday, September 8, from 3:00 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Mass at 7:00 p.m. (reception to follow) at St. Hedwig Church, 2226 N. Hoyne Ave., Chicago, IL 60647. For information contact Michalik Funeral Home, 312-421-0936 or www.michalikfuneralhome.com 
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Eugene Schnarr
August 30, 2019
A dear dear friend, who I think of often. I go to the cemetery several times a year to visit another grave and stop at the edge of the road, to say a prayer for Wally. It is hard to believe it has been 9 years.
November 22, 2010
Perhaps a little late in saying this, but although there was a big loss to everyone who knew him here, what a welcome addition to heaven of Fr. Wally. His life touched so many of ours. Tom Lojewski, Gordon Tech class of 1963 and proud to have been one of his students.
Lennie Kosirog
September 14, 2010
Leonard Kosirog my dad new Fr. Wally from his days at Weber. I knew him as a freshman at Gordon Tech. When the two of us talked about catholic High Schools Fr. Wally was always included in the conversation because of his having possitively affected both of our lives.
Cas Koziol
September 6, 2010
As a member of the Weber Class of 1945, we are proud of the many accomplishments of Fr. Wally, our classmate. His infectious smile, compassion and humor will be with us always.
Anne Harbut
September 6, 2010
My deepest sympathies to his family. I still remember his friendly warm smile as a young priest.
September 5, 2010
Our deepest condolences to Fr. Wally's family. Len Lesiak, Gordon Tech class of 1963.
September 5, 2010
I know the angels have welcomed Fr. Wally. I'l miss my many dinners and conversations. He was a beautiful person and I'll miss him greatly. My prayers are with his family and friends at this time of grief. Gene Schnarr
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