EUGENE ANTHONY "CHUCK" TUROWSKI

EUGENE ANTHONY "CHUCK" TUROWSKI obituary, Gurnee, IL

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Gurnee, Illinois

EUGENE TUROWSKI Obituary

Eugene Anthony "Chuck" Turowski, 56, lost his battle on Monday, April 14, 2014. His death is devastating to the members of the "Turowski Zoo", a collection of family, friends and animals that gathered often to celebrate the good things in life. He leaves behind his loving wife Kathleen (Summerville), daughter Caitlin, stepson Russ Sherlock (Kim), grandson Daniel Sherlock, adoring mother Dolores and sisters Eileen Taylor and Diana, Eugene was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Sr., in 1983. He was born and raised in North Chicago, but was a long time resident of Gurnee. After graduating from Northern Illinois University, Eugene became a loyal employee of Abbott Laboratories for over 33 years. He was an accomplished scientist in the diagnostics and process development divisions. He was instrumental in the development of the first AIDS test, saving thousands of lives by helping people detect the virus. He worked with dozens of infectious diseases, from West Nile, hepatitis and rubella. He saved Abbott millions of dollars in the processes he put into place. He continues to give back to society by the donation of his organs and tissues. Eugene's life will be honored Friday night from 5-8pm at Gurnee-Salata Funeral Chapel, 4190 Old Grand Avenue in Gurnee. Additional visitation will be held on Saturday morning at 10am at Salata's, with a service at 11am. Interment in the family plot at Ascension Cemetery will follow. A gathering of the Turowski Zoo is being planned. For information, 847-244-1155.

Published by Daily Herald from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18, 2014.
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RIP Chuckie.
We shared the same BDay, scouts, and NCCHS together. Remembering you on our 40th Class Reunion! Prayers for you family!
Chris Brown

August 24, 2015

RIP Chuckie! We shared the same BDay, scouting and NCCHS HS together. We remember him on our 40th class reunion!
Chris Brown

August 24, 2015

I'm so sorry for the loss to your family. I have many great memories with Chuck as a fellow member of the first gymnastic team of NCCHS. RIP Chuck

Gerry Szostak

April 30, 2014

My deepest sympathies to all my Turowski cousins. Chuck is remembered with love.

Julie Tomkovick

April 29, 2014

Eileen,

So very sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Having just lost my brother, I know the pain and grief you are feeling. My condolences to you and your family.

With heartfelt sympathy,

Christine Urbanik
Waukegan, IL

April 21, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. I remember Chuck from the NCCHS. My deepest sympathy.

John De Pasquale

April 21, 2014

So sorry to hear about Chuck. We were classmates at Holy Rosary. My sympathies to the family. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Marcia Weakley

April 21, 2014

I was so shocked to hear about our classmate & buddy Chucky. I'm so sorry and wish the family healing. We are all proud of all he did for the sick with his accomplishments. God bless.

Johnny Wysocki

April 19, 2014

sorry to hear that chuck passed,the turowski family has my deepest sympathy havent seen chuck for a long time was a good friend back in the day god bless

Ray Rajuniec

April 18, 2014

We are saddened by the loss of your precious Chuckie. He was a special individual who will truly be missed.

Denise (Koschak) & Mike Collins

April 18, 2014

EILEEN, DOLORES, AND FAMILY, PLEASE ACCEPT OUR CONDOLENCES. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. MAY CHUCK RESST IN PEACE. JOHN M. MILLER AND JOAN JOHNSTON TOMKOVICK

JOAN TOMKOVICK

April 17, 2014

Dear Family,
We were saddened to learn about Chuck. We had seen him this past year and were happy to share some memories with him. Rest well. You were loved by many and we are sure that Heaven will be a better place with your presence. God Bless all of the family.

With love and prayers,
Ted and Jeanne Kocal
Noblesville, In.

Ted & Jeanne Kocal

April 17, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Turowski family in the of Eugene. God Bless all of you.

Knute Sandahl

April 17, 2014

My deepest sympathies to the Turowski Family. Even though it had been 20 years since I list saw "Geno"/"Chucky", I remember him as a great guy, from our days at NCCHS and our Freshman year at U of I.

Larry Jakaitis

April 17, 2014

We will miss this great neighbor who was so helpful to us when we moved into the neighborhood and throughout all of our years here on O'Plaine Road. Pat Behling

April 17, 2014

To the Turowski Family, my Deepest Sympathy for your loss. I went to school with Chucky at Holy Rosary back in the day. Was a great guy....

James Korjenek

April 17, 2014

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Celebration of Life

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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4190 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

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4190 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

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