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Richard Sliwka Obituary

Richard T. Sliwka, 89 of Riverside passed away on March 29 at his home. Richard was a devoted husband of Rita nee Gailloreto; loving father of Greg, Karla (Thomas) Witte, Martin and Jason (Jolene); dearest grandfather of Kayla, Kurtis, Kendall, Camilla and Grace; dear brother of the late Stanley (late Carol). Private Funeral services on Wednesday, April 1, at Ivins/ Moravecek Funeral Home 80 E. Burlington St. Riverside. Interment Queen of Heaven. Further info at www.moravecek.com or 708-447-2261.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 31, 2020.

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Mr Sliwka was our talented and eccentric art teacher at St. Mary School for many years. We learned how to draw perspective city scenes and did other interesting projects. He and his family lived down the street from us for much of our lives. Thanks for the good memories and lasting drawing tips!

Therese, Kate, Steve & Dave Terrazino

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