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Richard Gawelko Obituary

Gawelko, Richard S. Went home to Jesus May 22, 2010, at the age of 66. Dear brother-in-law of Frank Plevak and Barbara Thomas-Gawelko. Beloved uncle of Thomas (Sherry) Plevak, Linda (Bud) Schulz, Shirley (Dennis) Plesha, Barbara (Robert) Madsen and Ann (Dan) Stroven. Loving great - uncle of Michelle (Paul), David, Nicole (John), Jack, Alyssa, Ashley and Kathryn. Special great-great-uncle of Grace, Ava and Lily. Very dear friend of Fr. Daniel Lenihan. Also survived by other relatives and many wonderful friends. Visitation Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at NATIVITY OF THE LORD CATHOLIC CHURCH (3672 E. Plankinton Ave., Cudahy) from 9 AM until 10:45 AM, with a service to follow at 11 AM. Interment Holy Sepulcher. CHURCH AND CHAPEL Ryczek - Larsen Bros. (414) 744-7377 Obit - Directions - Condolences www.churchandchapel.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from May 24 to May 25, 2010.

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Nicki, John, Ava and Maggie Turlais

June 6, 2010

Our dear Uncle Richie was such a wonderful human being. He would give someone the shirt off of his back if they needed it. We will miss hearing his deep-hearted laughter and seeing the "twinkle" in his eye. We feel blessed to have been part of Uncle Richie's life and we're forever grateful for all he taught us.

Susan Dombrowski Stack

May 25, 2010

Sympathy to the family of Richard Gawelko. Those of us who were with him in school (Holy Family and CHS '62) are sad to hear of his passing.

Shelly, Paul, Grace and Lily Turlais

May 25, 2010

My uncle Richie was a kind, loving and generous man. A man of God who dedicated his life to selflessly helping others. He was someone you could always count on and trust. He leaves behind many friends and a family who will love him and miss him forever. We will miss his mischievous grin, wonderful sense of humor and the twinkle in his eye. He has set a wonderful example for all of us to follow. R.I.P. We love you.

Kim Applebee-Popp

May 25, 2010

This candle will burn forever in our memories of Richie. His loving and giving nature should be a lesson to us all on how a little can go along way. We'll miss you Richie.

Raymond Stoiber

May 24, 2010

My deepest condolances on the passing of Richard. He was a friend and fellow employee at he newspaper for many years.

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