Schaumburg, Illinois
Knapik, Elizabeth J. (nee Kartali), 58, of Hoffman Estates, IL. for 30 years, beloved wife of Jim Knapik, whom she married April 4, 1970. Loving mother of Lisa, Rich, Steven and Julie Knapik, cherished daughter of Elizabeth (Schmeitzl) and the late George Kartali, fond sister of Annie (Joe) Hartwell and George Kartali, aunt of many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Visitation Tuesday from 3 to 9 p.m., at Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral Home, 330 W. Golf Rd., Schaumburg. Funeral Services Wednesday, 10 a.m., at the funeral home. Interment private. Elizabeth was a team leader for the Y-Me Group. She loved cats, shopping, gardening and especially cooking. Please omit flowers, donations would be appreciated to the American Cancer Society, 100 W. Palatine Road, Palatine, IL., 60067, or the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 5005 L.B.J. Freeway, Dallas, Tx. 75244. Funeral info: 847-882-5580
Read MoreDear Julie,
I am so sorry for you loss. Your Mom was a wonderful woman. Keep her close to your heart always. I hope you are doing well.
My deepest sympathy
Kelly Rogan
Kelly Rogan
May 24, 2004 | Madison, WI
DEAR LISA,
I'M SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR MOM. I REMEMBER HER COMING TO GOOD OLD KMART. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME IF YOU NEED A SHOULDER TO LEAN ON. PLEASE EXPRESS MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. YOUR OLD-AND I MEAN OLD FRIEND
LOVE
MAUREEN
MAUREEN STEFFENS
May 20, 2004 | MELROSE PARK, IL
Dear Knapik Family,
I was greatly sadden to learn of Liz's passing.
Liz and I met at UOP. There, I had the opportunity to interact with her on many occasions. Not only did every interaction contain the correct remedy for the issue, but a loving anecdote based on her family. She was smart, witty, and always upbeat. It is no wonder she was a team leader for the Y-Me Group. Liz made good use of her time in this world and many of us benefited from knowing her. You,...
Melinda Lomas
May 19, 2004 | Barrington, IL
Dear Liz's family,
Liz was always a wonderful person to work with. We had many interesting conversations over the 29 years that I knew her! She has been an inspiration with her humor and strength for these last few years. We do miss her and will cherish many memories.
Dennis
Dennis O'Brien
May 19, 2004 | Arlington Heights, IL
Dear Knapik family (Rich, Steve, and Julie),
My deepest sympathies to your entire family. Your mother was a wonderful lady and did so much for us all growing up. She cooked womderful dinners and always seemed to have an extra spot for me at your table. I will never forget how kind she was and how much she deeply loved her children. I will also never forget how many cats and other animals your mother would bring home. Overall, she always looked out for all of us. I will never forget...
Michelle Smudde
May 18, 2004 | Hoffman Estates, IL
Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your mom was a wonderful, caring person whom I'm proud to have met. Let her memory inspire you to life your life to the fullest.
In deepest sympathy,
Mary Carpenter
May 18, 2004 | Bloomingdale, IL
Knapik Family:
Please know that you are all in my prayers. My daughter and I love Liz very much and a piece of our world will be empty now. I had the priveledge of knowing Liz for 14 years. Through the pictures and conversations we shared, we got to watch each other's children grow to be wonderful adults. My granddaughters also adored Liz. They took to her like a moth to a flame but we all know that was easy to do. I got to laugh with, cry with, disagree with, and love a truly...
Barbara Schultz
May 18, 2004 | Gurnee, IL
Rich and Steve,
I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the memories of your loving mother comfort you.
My Deepest Sympathy,
Liz Abney
May 17, 2004 | Hoffman Estates, IL
Jim
I was so sorry to learn of Liz’s passing. I worked with Liz in the Computer Department at UOP – I saw her about a year ago at an informal lunch of our “computer gang”.
I know that you and your kids will miss her very much. And I am sure that this is a terrible loss for Liz’s mom, too - you're not supposed to have your daughter pass away before you do. Please pass my on condolences to your mother-in-law.
We pray that God will wrap his arms of love and comfort around...
Ray Quisenberry
May 17, 2004 | Franklin, TN
