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Carl Joseph Halcak LAWRENCEVILLE - Carl Joseph Halcak, 74, of Lawrenceville, NJ, passed away peacefully at his son's home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2012. Carl was born in Atlantic City, NJ, and resided most of his life in the Trenton area. He was employed with General Motors early in life and then joined the New Jersey State Police where he served until his retirement. After retirement, Carl was a real estate investor and worked with his son as a builder. He was also an avid hunter, fisherman, and a vintage car enthusiast. Predeceased by his grandparents, Karl and Anna Halcak, and his mother, Margaret Halcak, he is survived by his children, Carolyn Valenza (Russell), Robert Halcak (Linda), and Richard Halcak (Sharon); his granddaughter, Jessica Valenza; his sister, Delores Duffy; his nephew, Alan Crocket; his longtime companion, Rose Engler, as well as several cousins. Funeral services will begin on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, at 11:30 a.m. at the Saul Colonial Home, 3795 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. Interment to follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Hamilton, NJ. Relatives and friends may call from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, at the Saul Colonial Home. Memorial contributions may be made to The Gift of Life Family House, 401 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 or (www.giftoflifefamilyhouse.org) www.saulfuneralhomes.com

Published by The Times, Trenton, on Dec. 31, 2012.
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Sorry to hear you lost your Father Carolyn. I hope you are doing OK.

John Heupel

December 27, 2013

My deepest condolences to Rick, Bob, Carolyn and Jessica.

Flo Sullivan

January 6, 2013

My deepest condolences to Rick, Bob, Carolyn and Jessica.

Flo Sullivan

January 6, 2013

Caroline,Bobby, Ricky and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I hope your happy memories will sustain you during this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Sympathy,
Jill Wilbert Alexiadis

Jill Alexiadis

January 3, 2013

Carolyn, Russ and Jessica,

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you. We pray that you feel God's comfort and love through this difficult time. We love you very much.

Lisa and Ryan

Lisa Turano

January 3, 2013

Dear Carolyn, Russ, and Jessica,

We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying that the Lord Jesus will comfort your hearts and surround you with His love during this hard time. We love you all very much. Love, the Cointots

January 2, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying that the Lord Jesus will fill your hearts with comfort and surround you with His love during this hard time. With much love, the Cointot Family

January 2, 2013

Carolyn,Bobby and Ricky,

Sending you love and prayers during this time. You all have such a strong bond I know you are there for each other and want to let you know we love you and are here for you.

Linda & Sean Parno, Victoria McGee

January 2, 2013

Carolyn,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sami Qutub

January 2, 2013

So Sorry for Your Loss

Joyce Fazio

January 1, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to you all for your loss. - Drew & Jo

Andrew Marshall

December 31, 2012

My condolences to all the family and friends of Mr. Halcak. Please know that the God of all comfort is with you in this time of distress.
Acts 17:27"for them to seek God, if they might grope for him and really find him, although, in fact, he is not far off from each one of us."

T.P.

December 31, 2012

May god bless and rest in peace Carl

Bert&yanira

December 31, 2012

Carolyn, Russ + Jessica:

Our deepest sympathy to you all during this tough time.

Luv, Sonny + Kathy

Sonny + Kathy Jones

December 31, 2012

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Carl. He was a kind and gentle man and was always a pleasure to be in his company. May he rest in peace. May the Good Lord give you strength and courage to carry on in the days ahead without Carl. God Bless You All.
Walt and Pat

Walter P. Kramarz

December 31, 2012

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