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Avis Sykuta Obituary

AVIS (MORGAN) SYKUTA ROCKFORD - Avis went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, April 29, 2011. Born May 15, 1924, in Cleveland. Avis was the first of three children born to Earl and Mildred Morgan. She was the beloved wife of the late Zenon John Sykuta for 58 years, during which they devoted their lives to their cherished children, church and the community of Country Club Hills, their home southwest of Chicago for nearly 53 years. Avis will forever be remembered by her children, Jeffrey (Laurie) Sykuta of Des Plaines, David (Marcia) Sykuta of Springfield and Janet (Bruce) Cowan of Belvidere. Among Avis' greatest treasures were her grandchildren, Michael (Debbie) Sykuta, Tara (Kevin) Coffman, Amy (Karl) Rademacher, Jonathan Sykuta, Sarah (Tim) Piper, Heidi (Vito) Valerio, Craig (Colleen) Cowan and Benjamin Cowan (Sarah Hammortree); great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Grant and Jacob Sykuta, Austin (Jen) Dickinson, Cassandra Dickinson, Faith and Blake Coffman, Cooper and Caroline Rademacher, Hayden and Chloe Piper, Anthony Volpendesta, Vincenzo Valerio and Miles Cowan; great-great-grandson, Dallas Dickinson; her loving nieces and nephews; and the many special friends and neighbors with whom she was blessed to share the journey of life. Avis loved to travel, entertain, and spend time with friends over a cup of tea or game of bridge. Her passions were her family, her faith, and the city of Chicago, especially the Philharmonic Orchestra, Lyric Opera, Ballet, and Art Institute. Avis touched many lives through her faithful love for everyone she encountered, which was rooted in Jesus' faithful love for her. Sincere thanks to Provena St. Anne Center and Northern Illinois Hospice for your compassionate care for Avis and our family throughout the days we spent together. Family and friends are invited to join in a celebration of Avis' life at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 21, at United Christian Church, 4351 - 180th St., Country Club Hills, IL 60478. Memorials may be directed to Provena St. Anne Center, 4405 Highcrest Road, Rockford, IL 61107.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 6 to May 7, 2011.

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Betty Brisk

June 11, 2011

Dear Jeff, David and Janet,

We will always remember your Mom with deep affection. She was a dear friend to us all and a part of many fond memories of the early years in Country Club Hills.

We are thinking of you and are so sorry for your loss.

All our love,

Betty, Barbara, Jo, Eileen and Frankie

Paul Hamilton

May 20, 2011

Jeff..David, My sister Kathy and I were both deeply saddened to learn of Avis' recent passing. Ever since those wonderful days in Park Forest, Avis has always been someone very special to all of us as was Sy. Our condolences for your very great loss.

May 10, 2011

I met Sy and Avis a few times in St. Louis and recognized them as "persons of quality" Their survivibg family members can take comfort that they are now together in Christ.

Debbie & Dale Brown

May 8, 2011

Sorry for your loss.

May 7, 2011

Janet, I so wished I could have joined you today for the send off of your mother. Her pain and suffering is gone as she is with her beloved. You all are in my prayers at this time of loss. In the weeks and months ahead when your heart aches rejoice in the knoweldge we will see her again. She has just moved to a different house. love and blessings your sister in Him. Holly

Donita Valerio Marciniec

May 7, 2011

To the family,
Dan and I would like to express our condolences at your loss of a wonderful mother and person,Avis. She was a joy to be around the short time we knew her and seemed quite the character. We really liked her. She will be greatly missed that's for sure. Love and prayers to you at this difficult time.

James Johnston Jr.

May 7, 2011

As neighbors of @ 50 years ago, my parents spoke of Sy & Avis fondly. I'm sorry for your loss guys, best wishes,

Jeff & Laurie Sykuta

May 6, 2011

Words just cannot express how much you were loved and how much you will be missed by all of us.

Angela Balk

May 6, 2011

Rest in Peace

May 6, 2011

I was fortunate enough to be one of Avis' loving friends,playing bridge, and having a cup of tea, and many deep conversations. She will be missed and thought of dearly as she goes on to be with Sy.

With Love and respect
Sis

Janet

May 6, 2011

Thank you, Mom, for leaving a legacy of love and faith our family will cherish forever.

Janet

May 6, 2011

Thanks, Mom, for leaving a legacy of love and faith for our family to cherish forever.

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