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Donald Manarik Obituary

Donald Manarik of Naples, Florida passed away on October 11, 2017. Born June 7, 1930, he was a past longtime resident of Chicago and Grayslake, IL. He proudly served in the U.S. army during the Korean War. He was a long time employee of Harris Bank in downtown Chicago until his retirement. He then took his passion for the Cubs, Bears and all things Chicago to Naples, FL where he happily made his home for the past 25 years. He will be remembered for many things but above all for his love, generosity, kindness, patience and quiet strength. Don is survived by the light of his life, his wife of 35 years, Melvina (nee Bednarz) and his beloved children: sons James (Susan) Manarik of West Palm Beach, FL; Gerald (Jane) Manarik of Ingleside, IL; John (Margarita) Manarik of Silver Lake, WI; and daughter Joanne Manarik of Grayslake, IL. He also leaves treasured grandchildren: Joseph, Edward, Gregory and Jonathan Manarik; Alia (Andrew) Strandt; Selina and Craig Manarik; Stefani and Nicole Alvarez; and great-grandchildren Camden and Sarah Manarik. He was blessed to share Melvina's family who he also cherished. "Papa Don" is survived by: Rick (Marilyn) Havlick; Edward (Elaine) Kajor; grandchildren Dr. John (Melodie) Havlick; Mary (Joseph) Young; Janet (Brad) McKay; Joseph Kajor; and great-grandchildren Andrew and Madeline Havlick; and Sophie and Leonidas McKay. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank Manarik and Florence Ranberg and his dear brother Ken (Lois) Manarik. He was a fond uncle and friend to many. In lieu of flowers, a prayer and a kind word was his wish. Cremation was private. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 22, 2017.
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Dear Melvina

We are so sorry to hear about your loss of Don. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Kathy,Dennis & Scott Nicklas

November 11, 2017

Gerry and Jane:

I am very sorry for your loss. Your dad sounds like a very strong, caring man. May the Lord give you strength during this difficult time.

Kathy Gunderson

October 23, 2017

Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family. May God give you peace at this difficult time. With love
Karen and Grant

Grant Seaholm

October 22, 2017

May you find peace and comfort in your memories.

Guy&Gail Hagen

Gail Hagen

October 22, 2017

Melvina our condolences to you and the entire family. Don will be truly missed. Praying for you all. Xoxo. Millie and Phillip Rowe

Millie Rowe

October 21, 2017

Always had a calm and steady way about him. So loved that about Uncle Don. He is greatly missed.

Valerie Bednarz

October 20, 2017

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS HARD TIME. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH YOU NEED. REMEMBER THAT YOUR FAMILY IS THERE FOR YOU...GOD BLESS YOU...

TOM AND HELEN CHAMBERS

Family

October 20, 2017

We never got to know Don very well but he had to be very special to capture your heart for so many years. We are so sorry for your loss and you have our prayers and love. Dwight and Janet Beatty

October 20, 2017

We are very sorry for your loss. Don was a kind soul, he will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Diane, Bill & Jeremy Higgs

October 20, 2017

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