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Walter Winiecki Obituary
Winiecki, Walter Roman WWII US Navy Fighter Pilot, call sign "Winnie". US Navy/Air Force Pacific Fleet, commissioned to USS Kitkun Bay Carrier CVE-71. Successfully completed naval aviator missions in his composite squadron VC-63 flying the F4F Wildcat, F6F Hellcat and the FM2 Aircraft over 600 hours above the Pacific Ocean. A graduate of St. John of God, Lindbloom, Top Gun Flight Academy, wings were ceremoniously presented in Pensacola, FL, DePaul University with a Bachelor's degree in physical education. Memberships included Saint Valentine's Lodge, Good Fellowship Club, St. John of God Choir, P.R.C.U.A., Walter was reunited with Eugenia (nee Sojka), loving father of Celeste (Joe) Hlouschek, Brian and the late Darryl Winiecki. He also celebrated a joyous reunion with Steve (Virg), Ed "Whitey" (Clara), Joe (Rita), Sigmund (Mildred) and Helen. Walter's life exemplified courage, honor and strength. His strong faith and perseverance navigated him through life's journeys. Strong in spirit and devoted dedication was inspirational in daily life. We are deeply honored by the distinguished privilege that you allowed us to take your final flight with you. You have been cleared for take off. Godspeed dad. You've been given your wings. Visitation Friday from 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday 9:00 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park to St. Bruno Church, 4751 S. Harding, Chicago, Mass 11:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Disabled American Veterans, National Headquarters, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 would be appreciated. 708-857-7878 www.sheehyfh.com 
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Maria Villanueva
March 2, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Wally from Litton Precision Gear (1986), he was always so kind and always had a smile on his face. He so loved his family, he would talk about his kids, he was such a proud dad. He will be missed. I know he's one person I missed when I left Litton Preicision Gear.
Donna and Ed Tropp
March 1, 2009
My favorite Uncle will now be able to play cards with all his brothers and DziaDzia Winiecki. We will all miss his wonderful back scratchs and gentle ways. He had a great singing voice and would get on his knees at Chistmas and sing "O Holy Night" with all the other Winiecki's. We love you, Unc.
Kevin & Renee O'Malley
February 27, 2009
Celeste, Brian, Joe
Sorry to hear about Dad,
Our deepest sympathy to you & your family in your time of sorrow. May God bless you now and allways and may your memories bring you comfort.
Paul Winiecki
February 26, 2009
A wonderful person with a wonderful heart. Uncle Wally will be missed.
Laura Mertes-Paraday
February 26, 2009
Very sorry for your loss.
laura(homer cafe)
MARY WINIECKI
February 26, 2009
We never understood the courage it took to be a pilot in the Pacific until we visited the Boeing Flight Museum in Seattle. There we saw the type of plane that Uncle Wally flew---the little, tiny Corsair ...it looked barely able to accomodate a grown man and was probably put together with bubble gum and baling wire...AND it would land on a moving vessel.
Permission reluctantly granted for take off "Winnie"....head for the horizon..Jeanie, Helen and your brothers are waiting for you. You can be together in song and play another game of pinocle.
Jan Hood
February 26, 2009
One of the kindest and most gentlemanly men, that was my Uncle Wally. Best back-scratch in town!
Ellen
February 26, 2009
We are deeply saddened by your loss. Even though it's been a while, we always enjoyed Wally's visits at the lanes. His sense of humor was wonderful and he always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow.
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