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Nancy Kotarak Obituary

Kotarak, Nancy R. (Nee Malensek ) Of Cudahy, Born to Eternal Life on Thursday January 8, 2015, age 83. Beloved wife of Joseph. Loving mother of Judith (Charles) Wolter, James (DeeDee) Kotarak, Jerry (Marilyn) Kotarak, Jill (Wayne) Gestwicki. Further survived by grandchildren; Craig (Lauren) Wolter, Christy (Bert) Ugrotzi, Jason Kotarak, Jered (Bridget) Kotarak, Jill (John) Fulton, Jerica Kotarak, Justin Kotarak, Julie Gestwicki, Joanne (Robert) Michalski; great-grandchildren; Jake, Jolyssa, Jaci, Isabelle and Jack; Great-great-grandchildren, Jayden and Dylan. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many good friends. Nancy and Joe ran bars for 41 years, the latest being Joe's "K" Ranch in Cudahy. She was a life member of Amvets Auxiliary Post #4 in South Milwaukee, Women of the Moose Chapter 345 and the Precious Moments Collectors Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the charity of your choice are appreciated. Visitation on Tuesday, January 13, 2015, 9:30 AM-12 noon at NATIVITY OF THE LORD PARISH, 3672 E. Plankinton Ave., Cudahy. Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. Private entombment Forest Hill Memorial Park.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 11, 2015.

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January 24, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers and go out to your family Jerry. Your mother was a wonderful woman.
Patrick and Cindy
(Your bowling team)

January 13, 2015

Jerry & Marilyn, Jill and Wayne and the entire Kotark Family
You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom ...Keep all the wonderful memories close to your hearts forever - she will be with you always
Mike and Dona Cieczka
(SMYC)

Diane & Al Holtz

January 12, 2015

Jerry, Marilyn & Family... Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are so sorry for the loss of your mother and grandma. Take care of yourselves...

DEBRA RIESS

January 12, 2015

I went to school with Jim Kotarak and my family were long time friends with Nancy and Joe. Jim is right when he said she never said a bad word about anybody. She was one of those people who would walk into a room and it would light up. We all know you are God's good graces and are with him now. Debbie Riess nee Bentz.

January 12, 2015

My heart felt sympathy goes out to the Kotarak family in this difficult time! Nancy was such a friendly person that always had a smile for anyone she met. Family and friends were important to her. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren very much. She enjoyed the gatherings on her birthday at the park with family. All of her children's friends felt welcomed Luton meeting her, she had a way of making you feel at home. Your family will keep her close by through all the memories that have been created through out the years. God bless you all.
Love Jan and Geno Jaffke

Dennis & Linda Ryan

January 12, 2015

Joe and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we remember a wonderful woman who always seemed to have a smile on her face and a friendly greeting for all.

Marie Braun (Moose Lodge)

January 11, 2015

Joe & the entire Kotarak family, my deepest sympathy to all of you for your loss. Nancy was a wonderful & loving lady. She will be missed by many. So sorry I'm unable to attend the funeral but know my thoughts & prayers are with all of you!

Sheryll Mairza

January 11, 2015

Praying a peace that surpasses all understanding for your family...

James Kotarak

January 11, 2015

Mother, I love you more than I can express in words. You were the perfect Mom! In my 60 plus yrs. I never heard you say disparaging word about anyone. You only saw the good in people and always had a smile. Everyone who met you loved you because of your warm compassionate personality. You will never leave my mind till the day we meet again. I love you Mom!

January 11, 2015

To the Kotarak Family-
Your Mom,Grandma,Great Grandma was a wonderful and sweet lady-kind to all that met her. She will be very missed. Cherish your memories.
Love and sympathy to all your family
Sheila Piaskowski
St. Francis Wi

Jenny Zakovich

January 11, 2015

Jerry & Marilyn and the entire family. I am sorry for you loss. I will keep you mom and family in my thoughts and prayers. Keep her memory alive in your heart.

Michele Orcholski

January 11, 2015

Sorry for your loss!

Brenda Phillips

January 11, 2015

My Deepest Sympathies to the Kotarak family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May your wife, mother, grandmother's memory stay warm in your hearts forever. Brenda and Steve Phillips

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13

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

NATIVITY OF THE LORD PARISH

3672 E. Plankinton Ave., Cudahy, WI

Jan

13

Mass of Christian Burial

12:00 p.m.

NATIVITY OF THE LORD PARISH

3672 E. Plankinton Ave., Cudahy, WI

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