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Joseph Piotrowski Obituary

Piotrowski, Joseph Age 88, WWII Army Vet. Beloved husband of the late Irene; loving dad of Kathryn (Richard) Blazyk, Philip (Debbie), Liz (Len) Locascio, Marian Ciesla, Tim (Marilyn), Bernadette Maida, Alec (Susan), Annie (Phil Greco) and Joel (Libby); fun-loving grandpa of 24 and great-grandpa of 13; dear brother of Leonard (late Marie), the late Helen, late Jean, late Wanda, late Ed and the late Wally; also, fond uncle and friend of many. Visitation Tuesday, September 1, 2015 from 3:30 - 8:30 p.m. at COLONIAL-WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 6250 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. Funeral services Wednesday, September 2, starting with prayers at 9:15 a.m. from the funeral home, proceeding to St. Mary of the Woods Church for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment will follow in St. Adalbert Cemetery in Niles. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice are appreciated. Info: (773) 774-0366 or colonialfuneral.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 31, 2015.

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Lynn Pemberton

September 9, 2015

What a beautiful legacy your parents have in all of you! May you find comfort in the wonderful memories you've created together.

Terry and Dianna Napolski

September 2, 2015

Sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences during this difficult time to the entire Piotrowski family.

017 District CPD

September 1, 2015

Our prayers are with you.

Lisa Hull

September 1, 2015

The BEST Godfather a girl could ever ask for, I will miss you Uncle/Godfather Joe. To all 9 of our Pietrowski cousins from all 7 (includes my best friend Debbie) of us Bochenko cousins, our prayers are with each & every one of you & your families. Your dad was very loved by all of us. A very special man who led a very special family. Smooches to you all!

September 1, 2015

My deepest condolences to Joel Piotrowski and family. May God bless and keep you in this time of transition. Mr. P., God is with you and your family, he will give you peace and strength.

Lynn Warren, Chicago, Illinois

Thelma Fitzgerald

September 1, 2015

Condolences to the family of Joseph Piotrowski. Loving prayers for my dear colleague, Joel and his family. God is always there.
Thelma Fitzgerald

Jim Maloney

August 31, 2015

You have my thoughts and prayers. From a St. Edwards alumni

J/M Pufpaf

August 31, 2015

In Loving memory of Joseph Piotrowski* Thoughts and Prayers are with The Piotrowski Family*

Janina Locascio

August 31, 2015

LOVE YOU GRANDPA.

Joan Henry

August 31, 2015

Bernie and Piotrowski family. I am so truly sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

John/Marlene Pufpaf

August 31, 2015

So very sorry for the loss of your*Father,Joseph RIP. Always in Our Hearts.

Doug, Kim, Lena and Tobin

August 31, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Joe, such a kind man. We are with you in prayer and celebration of a life well lived. Peace be to his memory

Dale Estes

August 31, 2015

My condolences to Joel, Libby, Sofie, Harry and Teg!!
My condolences to the whole Piotrowski Family..
Joe was a good man, I am glad that I had the opportunity to have known him.

August 31, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the Piotrowski family.

Larry and Kate Starzec

August 31, 2015

We're sorry to hear of the loss of Joel's father. Our prayers will be for comfort and peace for your family.

Elaine Quinn
Tim and Chris McIvor

RosaLinda Canchola

August 31, 2015

So sorry for your loss Joel and Libby, I send my deepest condolences to the Piotrowski family.

August 31, 2015

My deepest condolences on the passing of your father in law. God Bless your family at this difficult time.
Dorothy Dudkiewicz Napoleon

Jimmy McTague

August 31, 2015

Sorry to hear about Dad, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

August 31, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Memorial Events
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Sep

1

Visitation

3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes - Chicago

6250 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

Sep

2

Prayer Service

9:15 a.m.

Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes - Chicago

6250 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

Sep

2

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Mary of the Woods Church

IL

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Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes - Chicago

6250 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

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