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2020

Emile Karpluk Obituary

Emile Karpluk was born in Montreal, Quebec on December 17th, 1929 and died peacefully of natural causes in his home in Orland Park, IL on July 25th, 2020. He is survived by his brother John and his loving wife Nancy (nee Huzar) of 63 years; Adoring father to his son Christopher (Christine); devoted grandfather of Colin, Kyle, and Abby. In his younger days, Emile enjoyed playing all kinds of sports but excelled at boxing and hockey. He won the golden gloves in Montreal and played semi-pro hockey in Chicago for years. He enjoyed theatrical acting and performed in several plays on Chicago's South side. He worked as a professional model, private investigator, and a television repairman before finding a career at Sears where he retired from after 30 years. Emile will be remembered for his humor, morality, deep faith in Christianity, and his love for friends and family. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, visitation and funeral services will be held privately by the family. In the future, when appropriate, the family plans to hold an event to honor the magnificent life of Emile Karpluk.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Aug. 1 to Aug. 2, 2020.

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Debbie Marek

November 8, 2021

Just heard of Emile passing. Worked with Emile at Sears in Hickory Hill for 30 years. Was truly a blessing having known him. Rest in Peace my friend. Debbie Marek

Dan & Lucy Klotz

April 28, 2021

We loved Emil!

Jerome Klaric

January 24, 2021

Emil---You were a friend --a Great Guy-----I remember the many times we talked at parties & other functions------You will always be in my prayers my friend---------R.I.P---JERRY KLARIC

Jerome Klaric

December 16, 2020

Emil------You were a life long friend to the Klarics ---Uraskys-----------------------We always shared great stories----Thanks for being such a wonderful guy & friend--You will always be in our prayers my friend-------------Jerry Klaric

Jerome Klaric

December 16, 2020

Fred Pesek

August 15, 2020

Sorry for your loss. I worked with Emile at Sears and have a lot of good memories.
Fred and Virginia Pesek.

Rick

August 3, 2020

I first met Emile's son Chris when we were about 5 years old playing tee ball.

Mr. Karpluk (Emile) had a smile and personality that would brighten up any room. He was an incredible father and always took interest in Chris and the friends that would sometimes drop by.

I know his legacy and spirit will live on through Chris and his three amazing grandchildren.

Lots of love now to Nancy, Chris, and the entire family! ❤

Michael O'Rourke

August 2, 2020

I worked with Emile at Sears Hickory Hills... Nice person, yes he conducted himself so a Christian Man in a sometimes vulgar workplace situation... He always dealt with us bulgarians in a positive manner... I'm a better person for having met him. He was smart, funny and a nice person to work with... God bless Emile. And may God grant Grace to his family that they need at this t8ime..

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