George A. Sichta

George A. Sichta obituary, Joliet, IL

George A. Sichta

George Sichta Obituary

Published by Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Downers Grove on Apr. 11, 2016.
George A. Sichta, age 65, former longtime resident of Joliet, passed away at his home on April 11, 2016 in Jackson, Tenn. Preceded in death by his parents, longtime residents of Joliet, George E. Sichta and Jean N. (Tekiela). George attended St. Raymond's grade school and graduated in 1970 from Joliet west High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving proudly in the Vietnam Conflict on the USS Kittyhawk. George is survived by three sons; George Allen (Karen), Eric (Stef-Irene) and Michael (Natasha); loving grandfather to Addision, Paige and Emalene and two brothers, Bruce (the late Marybeth) and Brian (Lori). He had a love for his family, friends and those lass fortunate as he actively volunteered in various charities. George's passion for muscle cars included his joy in the restoration of his 1970 Chevelle, which took first place in numerous local car shows. Family and friends will meet Monday April 18, 2016 at the Cathedral of St. Raymond's 604 N. Raynor, Joliet for an 11 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial. Visitation at the church from 10 A.M. till time of Mass. Interment Ss. Cyril & Methodius Cemetery, Joliet. Arrangements entrusted to west Suburban Funeral Home & Cremation Services. Info 630-852-8000 or www.westsuburbanfh.com

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Pete June

April 20, 2016

My prayers go out to your family. I am saddened to hear of the passing of one of my friends from my earliest childhood memories. Raynor Ave. and Prairie Ave. about 1957 through high school. May God bless.

April 18, 2016

So sorry for your loss my prayers are with his family George and L were classmates at St Ray'sClare DiPietrantonio

Kathleen Busse French

April 17, 2016

Our condolences to George's family. I remember talking with George at our last St Ray's reunion and he and my husband shared their passion for muscle cars. He will be missed. Prayers for his family.

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