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David A Jordan
September 17, 2021
I always enjoyed time with Al, as did his sister-in-law, Rosalie, my wife. He would get us free tickets to a White sox game when he playing. Always great fun. So was hunting and fishing and playing golf with him.
Rosalie has joined him this year, at the age of 88. We were married for almost 62 years. May God bless both of them
Dennie w
September 17, 2020
So was one of my favorite ORIOLES, we wrote a few letters of friendship over the years, truly miss this amazing man, GOD Bless you Al.
Nancy Hornyak
December 16, 2010
I have fond memories of my Uncle Al visiting him during holidays in the early 1950s-1960s. He gave me my first canoe ride on a lake near his home. I will always remember his wonderful smile and the way he talked to me. Aunt Tereda and Cousin Kathleen, I am sorry for the loss of a great man in your lives. Rita, my mom and Al's sister is very sadden by the loss of her little brother. Al is now with his 2 brothers and parents in Heaven. God Bless the Pilarcik Family
Dave East
November 28, 2010
Scott sorry for you loss.
Wayne Kimsey
November 28, 2010
I remember a plaque on a rock outside of a ball field in Whiting, Indiana, by Lake Michigan, marking a record homerun that Al had hit.
Had a brief meeting with him and his brothers that summer in the late 70's. They were nice men that I enjoyed being around. I grew up with his brother Marty's son Mark, whose middle name was from Al. Marty always called Mark, Allen. I hope the brothers are reunited in heaven.
God bless Pilarcik family.
Thanks for the memories...
Scottie
November 28, 2010
Let it Fly, Uncle Al...
Scottie
November 28, 2010
Please tell Marty We Love and Miss Him...
November 28, 2010
Scott Pilarcik
November 28, 2010
My Uncle Al always carved out time to play catch with me at the annual family picnic. He will be missed.
Bud, Marty and Al Pilarcik circa early 1950's
Scott Pilarcik
November 28, 2010
Lori Pilarcik
November 26, 2010
My husband Scott Pilarcik was son to Al's brother Marty Pilarcik. He has many of his baseball cards and photos of him from his baseball years.
We happened upon the news of his passing while searching for another relative and was so saddened as we read.
Our condolences to your family. I remember when Marty called us to let us know that Bud had died and even though I had never met him, it was a very sad day for Marty and the family. I'm sure if Marty were here today, it would be yet another day of sadness for him. May God bless and comfort you during this time.
Our Best,
Lori and Scott Pilarcik
Dennie Cunningham
November 8, 2010
Al was a great ball player, who truly played for the love of the game. We had a friendship through the mail. First, requesting his autograph, and then on a more personel notes. I will truly miss him.
October 14, 2010
Coach,
So many things I remember from playing for you from 1983 - 1985. I was fortunate to have you name me a captain my senior year.
As I now am a coach, there are two sayings that I catch my self repeating without even thinking: "Get on your horse" and "Break up that rock pile".
Many lessons were learned on that baseball field that you over saw as a general. I wasn't the best player but you saw the best in me. Your encouragement drove me to compete harder and launched me into a successful baseball career through college.
May you be at peace for all eternity coach.
In Christ,
Troy J. Dan
Keith
October 13, 2010
Al was a great teacher at LC and he was just an all around great guy. He will be missed.
Murray Feingold
October 11, 2010
Mrs. Pilarcik:
Al and I were in the Army together at Ft. Knox. I subsequently saw him in Boston where I was a physician at that time. He got me a ticket to watch Ted Williams play his last game.
He was a wonderful man and always a gentleman.
Please accept my condolensces.
Dr. Murray Feingold
Brenda Pollalis
October 10, 2010
I used to do taxes with AARP and looked forward to seeing Al every year. He was an absolute delight. I enjoyed hearing of his life adventures, and dear stories of Al and his wife, Theresa. I know you don't know me, Theresa, but I know he loved you very much! His smile will be missed!
Hopkinson Smith
October 10, 2010
When I was 10 years old Al was my favorite Oriole. I remember one day when a few Orioles came to the Hamden Rec Park in Baltimore. I excitedly went out to right field where he was surrounded by fans. I asked Al if he would wave to me the next time I was able to cheer for him from the bleachers in right field at Memorial stadium. He smiled, "of course" was all he had to say.
Patricia White
October 5, 2010
Growing up I got to hear many baseball stories from Uncle Al, especially when he played for the Baltimore Orioles. I also remember him for his kindness and sense of humor. He was always smiling.
Tamara Moncado- Kim
September 25, 2010
Sorry to hear of his passing. He was one if my favorite teachers at LC and had the privilege of him giving me one of his baseball cards that he signed for me which I still have to this day. Your family will be in my prayers.
Aniceto Camarena
September 25, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of A.J Pilarcik.
I didn’t know Mr. Pilarcik that is until I read the article “Region Loses A Baseball Legend” by Al. Hamnik in September 25, 2010 Times paper.
The picture of a young baseball player in his prime brought back memories of the past and I was most intrigued in the article.
I just sit and wonder what a thrill it would have been to be able to sit in the “shoot the breeze” get-together that Mr. Pilarcik was asked to attend.
The stories of our elders along with memories are the unwritten testimonies of one’s life story and needless to say Mr. Hamnik and Mr. Tom Hoffman made it possible for me to look into one tiny aspect of Mr. Al Pilarcik’s contribution to one life story.
September 24, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Al's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with his family. I remember him being a student at VALPO U, he would come up to my room and we would study and discuss other world problems. George Kauchak, Goshen,IN. formerly of Whiting,IN.
Bob Hall
September 24, 2010
Had Al as a coach. He was a great coach. He was a man I respected.He was my coach from 68-69
Mike Noojin
September 24, 2010
I remember the day the fungo was wrapped around my ankles at practice when I smarted off. The love he shared for the game of baseball that he helped instill in me is still there. Thanks Coach. You helped me stay involved in the game to this very day...albeit as an umpire.
Northern League and NCAA.
Catch another Ted Williams long fly for me.
Karl Goodman
September 23, 2010
Sorry to hear of his passing. I was just listing his 1957 Baltimore Oriole picture on eBay today, from a collection that I have saved since my early youth days in a Baltimore suburb. I Googled his name for references to help in the posting of the sale and I saw where he had just passed away three days ago. So what a strange twist of fate that this should happen now. Well, he's back on the playing field, in the ' Field of Dreams '.
David Roman
September 23, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Al passing. I enjoyed my talks with him at my restaurant (Valentino's) and working with him at Lake Central. May God bless you and your family.
September 23, 2010
Wasmy coach and / or teacher from 71-75 at LCHS. Still remember him carrying his old taped fungo bat and loving it when he would hit fly balls over his fielders heads while yelling "get on your horse." A good, fair man who I always respected.
Tom James
LCHS 1976
Patti Hiemstra
September 23, 2010
I am deeply saddened by Mr. Pilarcik's passing. When you have a teacher that touches your life, that you still quote after 30+ years, it is a rare and beautiful thing. He will be truly missed.
Rosie & Dave Jordan
September 23, 2010
Our prayers and deepest synpathy are with you today and always.God bless you.
Dawn Jordan
September 23, 2010
May the Lord bless you and keep you, Uncle Al. My prayers to Aunt Theresa and the family.
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