Ralph W. Malicki

Malicki, Ralph W. Of Caledonia. Walked to heaven on Sunday, April 17, 2011, age 67 years. Beloved husband of Trudy (nee Heritsch). Dear father of Ralph D. (Sue) Malicki and Tina (Scott) Tilot. Loving grandfather of Alex, Ben, Danielle and Erica. Brother of Audrey Carlisle. Brother-in-law of Debby (the late Randy) Willms, Lois Malicki and Sharon Malicki. Dearest friend of Dick and Lila Sobczak. He was preceded in death by his parents, Stanley and Jennie Malicki and brothers, Larry and Don Malicki. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at the Funeral Home from 4-8 PM, with a Vigil Service at 7:30 PM. Visitation continues on Thursday morning at the Funeral Home from 8:30 AM until 9:15 AM, with Mass of Christian Burial at ST. LOUIS CHURCH, 13207 Hwy G, at 10 AM. Interment to follow at Caledonia Memorial Park Cemetery. Ralph was a lifelong Caledonia resident who spent his young years farming and became a welder by trade, that which he was very proud of. His favorite saying was, "He could weld anything but a broken heart." Ralph was a proud father and grandfather. The family wishes to thank the loving staff of Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare for their care and compassion. HERITAGE FUNERAL HOMES Johnson-Reiss Klemmer-Scheuerell-Tyborski 9200 S. 27th St. 414-761-2750 Guest Book and Directions www.heritagefuneral.com