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Wayne Szulkowski Obituary

Szulkowski, Wayne T. 54, suddenly, beloved husband of Sandy (nee Citta), loving father of Wayne Jr. (Chemai), Gina and Joseph, devoted son of Helen Eizek (Paul) and the late Walter, proud brother of Walter, Warren, Karen and Nancy, devoted son-in-law of Wanda Citta of Phoenix, AZ. Security Manager for the CTA, 32-year much decorated veteran of the Chicago Police Dept., retired. Renowned authority and lecturer on street crimes and pick-pockets, serving as technical advisor for the film "Oceans Eleven" in which he had a cameo role. Viet Nam Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, serving with the 101st Airborne Rangers. Avid golfer and bow hunter. Staunch friend to many. Funeral Tuesday, 10 a.m. from Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, to St. Paul of the Cross Church. Mass 11 a.m. Interment National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. 708-456-8300 or www.cumberland.com Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
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Sarah Jacobs

April 26, 2002

Joe & Family,



I'm so sorry for your loss. I never met him, but it seems that he was a pretty great guy. I'm glad I've gotten to talk to you about it, Joe. Just stay strong. I'm here for you if you need a friend.



Always,

Sarah

Fr. Ken Molinaro, CSC

April 13, 2002

Dear Sandy and Joe,



I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Wayne's death. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. May Notre Dame, Our Lady, be your strength in this time of sorrow. You have my love and prayers.



Father Ken

Mabel

April 10, 2002

Sandy and Joe:



My heart goes out to you at this very sad time in your lives. Please remember I am here for you always. I miss and love you both.

Andrea Powers

April 10, 2002

Sandy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I was so saddened to hear about Wayne.

Rachel Mannella

April 9, 2002

Joe and Family,

My deepest sympathy for your loss

Marietta Gilbert

April 9, 2002

Sandy,



Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



Marietta Gilbert & Family

Linda (Sis) Serwa

April 9, 2002

Sandy, our thoughts and prayers are with you, Joe, and Wayne's entire family. With deepest sympathy, The Werderitch & Serwa Families

Mark Grohovena

April 9, 2002

A great guy. A great cop. We'll miss him.

Loraine Cully

April 9, 2002

Very sorry to hear of your loss.

Juanita Bradley

April 9, 2002

May you be comforted by God's love for you even in this time of sorrow!

Robert Brownfield

April 9, 2002

My deepest sympathy and regret

Darnell Ross

April 9, 2002

My deepest sympathy and regret

Kenneth Misiura

April 9, 2002

I'm really sorry to hear about Wayne. You have my deepest sympathy.

LaJuana Lewis

April 9, 2002

To Sandy and Family, I pray for peace in the midst of sorrow. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.

peter koin

April 9, 2002

to a great guy thanks for all you taught me about being a police officer

nathaniel hill

April 9, 2002

I had the opportunity to work with one of the best, a cop's cop

Nancy Sweeney

April 9, 2002

Sandy,



This was one of the most difficult messages I ever had to compose. Even though I haven't seen you or Wayne for sometime he will be surely missed. There are a lot of good memories from past years. You and your family look wonderful. Take Care and if you want to call

(773)991-3171.

Rabecca Matthews

April 8, 2002

I will always love you Uncle Wayne and keep you right next to my heart!!! My sympathy is with you all up there. I wish I could be there.

Queen Henderson

April 8, 2002

To Sandy and Family,



You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband(father/a son).



Unfortunately, I only had a few months to become acquainted with Wayne as a new co-worker. During those months I found him to be a man who loved his family. He was so proud and happy to have a grandchild, and to be a granddaddy. Sandy my prayers are with you & your family, may God strengthen you and be with you during this period of sorrow.

The McDarrah Family McDarrah

April 8, 2002

Sandy & Joseph,



Our deepest sympathy is with you. If you ever need anything, please call.

Nicole Spires

April 8, 2002

To Sandy and the family, I offer my condolences to you. I pray that you know that God does not make any mistakes. You were blessed to have him and now you will be even more blessed with his memory.



Take Care



From Nicole Spires & Contina Hill

Cheryl Masumoto

April 8, 2002

Dear Sandy and family,

My deepest sympathy and regret.

know that my well wishes are with you. If there is anything you need, please feel free to call.

Kim Thomen

April 8, 2002

Wayne is one of my Dad's cousins, and the first of his generation to go.



The last time I saw him was when he was on the Big Screen in Ocean's 11. You looked good, Wayne!



Good Bye, Wayne. Tell Uncle Walter that I say hi.

George Pinta

April 8, 2002

I will miss Wayne dearly as my brother-in-law. He always had the nack of calling my bluff when we played cards at family gatherings. He made me feel like a real brother.Just wanted to let you know.

James Neely, Jr.

April 8, 2002

Wayne, is a man with heart and a course of action that I came to admire and trust while working in his company with the CTA Facility Security department as one of his Monitor Analyst. Wayne, made me become aware that if you do good things good things will come to you and I believed in his message. Wayne, I will truly miss your wisdom and mission on success. To your family, all has come and gone so quickly but with the knowledge of having Wayne in your lives for the time, be happy that Wayne had a zest and pleasure about himself that didn't take long for you to care about him. James Neely Jr. April 8,2002

William Nelson

April 8, 2002

Our condolences are with you Sandy, and your family.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

April 7, 2002

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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