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Chuck Duricek, 59, of Rossford passed away unexpectedly of natural causes early Thanksgiving morning, November 28, 2013. His family planned to celebrate his 60th birthday the following day. He was born November 29, 1953, to Charles and Mary (Dandar) Duricek.
His memory is cherished by his beloved wife of 37 years (August 14, 1976), Pamela (Domalski) Duricek; sons, Nicholas and Nathan (Meaghan); grandson, Ethan; an expected granddaughter; brother, Michael (Robin), sisters, Mary Jo Moreton and Theresa Duricek; mother-in-law, Patricia Domalski; and many loyal friends. He is preceded in death by both his parents, and his father-in-law, Gerald Domalski.
A 1971 graduate of Cardinal Stritch High School, Chuck lived an active life of service to his family and to his community. He made time to bring his wife a cup of coffee and a newspaper on her days off, and he spent countless hours helping his sons renovate their homes. He coached youth soccer teams, served as club president for the Rossford Travel Soccer Club, planned and was chairman for the Toledo Antique and Classic Boat Show, and served chicken paprikas dinners at All Saints Catholic Church for ten years. He was very proud to have served two terms on Rossford City Council, and, after earning the highest number of votes in November's election, was eagerly anticipating serving a third term.
Mechanically minded and a very talented craftsman, Chuck loved to restore antique boats, cars, and houses. He spent 40 years managing the business his father founded in 1952, and took immense pride in the job that he loved.
Always ready for a friendly debate over a cup of coffee or Saturday morning breakfast with his friends at the Bulldog Diner, Chuck's welcoming and generous nature was very well known. He was a man of strong character who boldly stood by his principles. His legacy of generosity continues through his gift of organ donation. He will be remembered by many, but forgotten by none.
Family and friends may visit at the Sujkowski Funeral Home of Rossford, 830 Lime City Rd. on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, from 5 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, from 2 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2013, at All Saints Catholic Church in Rossford at 10 a.m., where the family will greet visitors beginning at 9 a.m. Interment will follow at Ft. Meigs Cemetery in Perrysburg. The family suggests that memorial contributions in Chuck's memory be made to Honor Flight of Northwest Ohio. To leave online expressions of sympathy for the family please visit
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Memories and Condolences
for Chuck Duricek
Kelly Carew
December 23, 2013
To Chuck's family, I would stop by his gas station, for a visit to see how he was getting along. We were at Stritch together and always got along. He was one of the good guys and will be missed by many. I first heard what happened at the funeral of another classmate.
December 11, 2013
Pam...had been out of town and just heard so just wanted you to know how very very sorry about your and your boys tremendous loss loosing a great husband and father. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and wish the best for you and your boys! Take care girl and am sending you a big hug!!! Jeannine Baibak
Bob & Jaen Cairl
December 10, 2013
Bob & I were so shocked to hear of Chuck's sudden passing...we always looked forward to passionate conversation concerning wooden boats every year when we would run into him at the wooden boat shows. He was a wonderful guy with a hearty laugh & a big heart...with tons of great stories! We will miss him!!
Carol Cervenec
December 6, 2013
To the entire Duricek family,
I was so shocked and sorry to hear about Chuck's passing. I grew up with the Duricek family going to grade school at St. Cyril's with Chuck and my parents and his parents belonging to the Rossford American Legion. Also, the service station was the only place that my dad would have his car serviced at. Chuck was a great guy who truly cared about everybody he met and especially about the community of Rossford, not everybody who grows up in Rossford stays in Rossford. He will truly be missed by my family and the community. You are all in my thoughts and prayers especially during this holiday season. Always remember the good times you had with Chuck and know that he is looking down from heaven watching over you.
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Barbara Bilka
December 6, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Duricek family. I have many happy memories of helping with the chicken paprikas carry-out dinners at All Saints and joking and laughing with Chuck. Chuck and Mike serviced my cars for years and I am totally grateful to them for providing warm and caring service. The Duricek family accepted me as a (non-born Rossfordite) and I loved serving with them at St. Cyrils and All Saints. They are a very special Rossford family and I am grateful that I knew them. I will miss Chuck and my thoughts and prayers are with the family he leaves behind. God Bless.
Barbara Bilka
Ivan Kovacevic
December 4, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the Duricek family. I did not know Chuck that long or that well, but enjoyed our conversations and respected his dedication and contributions to the community.
Anna Snyder
December 4, 2013
An Exemplary Father,Grandfather and Husband !
Debbie Zuchowski
December 3, 2013
Pam,Nick,Nate,Mike and Robin.
Chuck was always so good to me. Knowing that I needed guidance about my car, and being alone, I always knew he wouldn't steer me wrong, I could trust him. I will miss our talks and joking when I take my car in. Thanks Chuck for being a fair person in your life. Say hi to Robert for me. Till we all meet again, R.I.P.
Curt Spicer
December 3, 2013
I met Chuck at the garage only a short time ago. I was in awe of him and his knowledge on all things. I truely feel honored to have spent time with him and will miss his friendly smile and warmth.
Tony Lloyd
December 3, 2013
I am deeply sorry to hear about chucks sudden passing I will miss talking to him about cars, boats and whatever was on his mind at that time He was good friend, boss and just someone you could talk to about anything he will be very missed
December 3, 2013
Our deepest condolences to the Duricek families. Chuck was a special man. He was always ready and willing to answer any question I had concerning my vehicles and honest enough to tell me I didn't need something that I thought I would. He was very kind to my Mother and helped her many times with her questions about her car and her car related problems... He set an awful high standard to continue on in his legacy and I'm sure his sons and brother Mike will step up to the counter and carry on! May all your wonderful Memories help heal the hurt your heart is feeling at this sad time. With deepest sympathy, Teresa (Grant) Marzec and family. Toledo OH
Jose Limon, Jr.
December 3, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Chuck! So many platitudes reflect his character as both Father and Son! I will miss visiting him to show the latest GM toys I am working on here in Detroit! Chuck always greeted me with a smile, along with Mike and same as his Dad! My prayer is that God provide you all the comfort and strength needed these coming days and peace in the many memories you share as a family. I'm blessed to have shared the same home town as many have stated here. It's what makes visiting so nice. However there will be an emptiness on the highway. God Bless the entire Durciek Family, and the entire community as you reflect on Chuck's life of contributions to that little town on the river full of big hearts like Chucks!
Charlene Ostafi
December 3, 2013
A wondeful husband and father that will truly be missed. I lit a candle in his honor today.
Linda Templeton
December 3, 2013
Such a deep loss for the Duricek family and for the Rossford community. Chuck was a very good man, and a great family man. I will always appreciate his positive influence on my sons when he coached them in soccer. His presence in the Rossford community can never be replaced. My prayers and deepest condolences to his family.
December 3, 2013
Dear Pammy, Nick, Nate, and Meg:
Our hearts go out to you all in the unfortunate passing your loving husband and father. Chuck was a dynamic and talented man. His smile-infectious and his will-always for the good of you, his family, us, his friends, and his proud community. He lived each day with zest. I've been blessed to know him for 38 years and will cherish his memory. We pray you will all be able to continue his legacy. And know he is at rest in the best place of all! Love, Connie & Terry Kogowski
Maria Sosbe-Glover
December 2, 2013
Nick,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. May God keep you and your family strong during this difficult time. You and your family are in my prayers.
Alex Wolff
December 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Duricek family. God bless.
Kathy Miller
December 2, 2013
As a "regular" customer at Duricek's Automotive, I will miss Chuck's attention to detail, friendliness and integrity.
Chuck and his family represent all that is Good about local, family owned businesses, and small town America.
Rest in peace, Chuck.
Daniel Hanely
December 2, 2013
So sorry for your family and Mikes too. Wish I was closer and could visit. May God Bless the children.
Jean Hanely
December 2, 2013
There are no words to ease your pain. Wish there were. I offer prayers that God send you strength to bear this awful loss. The memories are all so good...All the holiday cookouts on Lorraine Place, stopping at the station when cruising thru Rossford, asking Chick's advice and always getting assistance on any mechanical problem. He was always there. My deepest sympathies to the entire family. We cousins are now incomplete.
Roland Danford Family
December 2, 2013
To Pam,Nic,Nat,Mike and all family. Chuck had a huge extended family that he always made you part of. A brother in Christ he is now so well received. May the Lord ease your burden & replace your grief with peace.
Chuck was well loved and greatly
missed.
Randy and Becky Walters
December 2, 2013
Nick May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barbara Sabovik
December 2, 2013
So very sorry to hear of the death of one of Rossford's finest. My prayers go out to the family.
December 2, 2013
DURICEK SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST,YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. HELEN BERRY AND FAMILY.
December 2, 2013
We are SOOOO sorry to hear about Chuck!! Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family. Rick & Michele Agocs (Holly too)
December 2, 2013
Our sympathy goes out to Chuck's family.
Brian, Fabiola. And Claire Drerup
David Swiergosz
December 2, 2013
I am so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dave Swiergosz
Peggy Jones
December 2, 2013
Duricek family.... I am so saddened to hear about the passing of Chuck. He was a great person, friend and mechanic. I will miss his sense of humor and smile! Rossford lost a great soul and heaven got a great mechanic! Rest in Peace my friend! Thanks for making the world a better place!
Mike & Sanday Sheehy
December 2, 2013
Chuck will be missed by all who knew him; we were surprised and saddened to hear of his death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Duricek family.
Anna Snyder
December 2, 2013
Pam, Nick, Nathan and Family
Our Love and Prayers are with you all during this time of grief.
sandy j couture
December 2, 2013
A family has lost a wonderful paternal leader and a community has lost a passionate, principled, and pragmatic defender of our fair town. His love of Rossford was very evident, and we all owe him and his family our deepest gratitude for all the hours of service he performed. He will be sorely missed and a inspiration to whoever endeavors to follow in his footsteps. Our community now draws together to offer comfort and tribute to his family. God bless Chuck; he has earned his rest, and many blessings upon his grieving family.
December 2, 2013
Pam and boys,
It is with a heavy heart that I write this post. I am so very very sorry to hear about Chuck, may God hold you tightly during this very difficult time.I have only good memories of him and his gusto for life.
Connie Meredith
December 2, 2013
Pam and family, Sorry about your loss. I enjoyed having coffee with Chuck for years until I sold my business and moved to Florida. He was a good friend and a man of integrity. Vern Fauble Fort Myers Beach, Florida
December 2, 2013
Pam and family,Sorry to hear of your loss. We had coffee together every morning until I sold my business and moved to Florida. I have nothing but fond memories of him as a friend and man of integrity. Vern Fauble Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Buck & Val Bucklew
December 2, 2013
Pam, Nick & Nate, we were completely shocked to hear of your loss. We want to express our sympathy and let you know that our thoughts are with you. Chuck was loved by so many. He was truly a wonderful friend and is going to be missed beyond belief. We love you guys.
Elizabeth Urrutia
December 2, 2013
Pam and family- I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
December 2, 2013
We are extremely sad to know you are with God, but certain that's where you are. As our town gathers together to pay our respects, may Jesus help us to remember all the great times we had. Chuck was a friend, and someone we held in high respect for his honesty and integrity, but most of all his kind heart and quick smile.
Sincerely,
John & Ann Seman
Pamela Simenski
December 2, 2013
Pam, Nick and Nate my thoughts and prayers are you. Thank you Chuck for your years of friendship, support when I ran for Council, servicing my vehicle all these years, your passionate service to the City of Rossford and being there for me when Rick passed. Peace be with you my friend.
Greg Gaver
December 2, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to the Duricek family. Mr. Duricek embodied the spirit of a community leader and family man. He will live on in the hearts of those he touched.
Fred Gray
December 2, 2013
I was honored to have one true friend in life. Chuck was a man of integrity, who loved his community. He never demanded, but was entitled to respect. I will truly miss him when I stop by the shop on Dixie Hwy and coming back for numerous town functions. God blessed his life and now he sits beside him in his place in heaven.
Lisa Hamid
December 1, 2013
We have spent many mornings with chuck at out donut shop, he was always joking around with the guys. He will truly be missed by all. Our hearts go out to pam and the family. RIP Chuck Love Lisa and Chuck Hamid.
Bob and Tiffany Densic
December 1, 2013
The lives touched and made better by Chuck are the truest memorial of him. They will always shine bright and are the living testimony of a man who so many called friend.
Karen Renard
December 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Brian, Fabiola and Claire Drerup
December 1, 2013
Our condolences to Chuck and his family. May he rest in peace
Chief Ron and wife, Martha Bielski
December 1, 2013
To the Duricek families: We are numb with this sudden loss of a true friend. Again, this seems not right. Chuck was in his prime and so much ahead yet to accomplish. But then, our strong religious faith too, teaches us Our Lord says "Chuck, your good work here on earth is done and it is time to come Home to Heaven".
Part of Rossford will be missing when we come back to town, without a visit with Chuck. We will miss him but are so ever grateful our lives touched over the years through vehicle services, and working with the City of Rossford. Rest now, our dear friend, in Jesus' arms. We pray too, He will also grant Pam, Nick and families, the peace and strength they need now and the days ahead.
Donna White
December 1, 2013
The Duricek family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna White
Mike&Carol Baginski
December 1, 2013
Your in our thoughts and prayers..
Roger and Sue Gluckin
December 1, 2013
Chuck spent each day of his life working to make Rossford a great little city. Few are more dedicated to their family, friends, neighbors and customers than Chuck Duricek. We are blessed to have known him. Prayers of comfort to the Duricek family.
Barb Berger
December 1, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Phill Sample
December 1, 2013
It was always a pleasure to talk with Chuck. He will be missed, My condolences go out to your family. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Elon Bugyi
December 1, 2013
Chuck was a smart, funny, and fair-minded man. I admired how he handled his automotive shop and his relationship with his son. I will miss Chuck very much. My condolences to his entire family and community.
December 1, 2013
Chuck was a positive asset to the entire community. Sorry for your loss.
Chief Richard Caro, Retired
Glen Kohlenberg
December 1, 2013
Chuck was a great man! We went to Ft. Lauderdale Fl. Way back when we were young and had a blast! I have not seen or talk with Chuck in over 35 years but we used to hang out every night at station playing with our cars! God bless Chuck and family.
Paul Elvey
December 1, 2013
Wow I don't what to say chuck was a great guy I will miss him my hart and prays go out to the family
Steve & Pat Meyer
November 30, 2013
We have all lost a friend ~ no matter how we knew him! Praying that God's peace will touch your hearts.
November 30, 2013
I didn't know Chuck but I know his son....Chuck leaves an outstanding legacy so he must have been pretty special himself. My prayers to the family. Sharon McLaughlin
Lawrence Carlock
November 30, 2013
He was a good man and a great friend. I will miss him! I was so looking forward to a cup of his coffee and talking next week. I feel as if I lost a brother.
Tom & Bobbee Clawson
November 30, 2013
Our sincere condolences to the Duricek family. Chuck came from good stock. RIP.
Joan Fought
November 30, 2013
Thinking of your entire family, Chuck will be missed by everyone in Rossford!
Tom & Joan Fought
Bob Pinkston
November 30, 2013
A Good Man has left us too soon. Rest in Peace, Chuck. Thoughts and prayers to the Duricek family.
Deb Helton
November 30, 2013
So sorry to hear of Chuck's passing, he will be missed by our community. Praying for comfort for his family.
Randy Williams
November 30, 2013
Prayers and condolences for the Duricek famly.
Glenn Goss
November 30, 2013
Bless the Duricek family. Thanks for your service to the community, Chuck.
Russ and LeAnn Baker
November 30, 2013
Our hearts go out to Pam and the rest of the family. Chuck will be sorely missed in Rossford!
Gloria Fruchey
November 30, 2013
So sorry to here of your loss.
Jim Ragan
November 30, 2013
Fair winds and following seas Chuck. Till we meet again.
Kelly Standering
November 30, 2013
Our hearts and prayers to the family.
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