Richard W. Ciesla

Mr. Ciesla was the first person, that I knew who cared about Polish History. At many gatherings, we both spoke about the wonderful gifts at the Polish Museum. He snuck me into the Polish Museum on Milwaukee Ave. To witness, Polish History. I asked him. It was better than any movie. Maria and Richard are true warriors of Polish History. And....he was also a wonderful dancer. He was one of the many men of the Chicago Society who made sure that we knew how to present in a waltz and become...

Dear Maria and Family

Please forgive this late note of condolence. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Rich was truly a family man, and the love you shared was always so visible and inspiring. I’m sure he is in heaven, looking down on all of you with love, wanting you to take good care of yourselves. We will miss him, such a gentle man and true gentleman and we will continue to keep him, and all of you, in our prayers. God has called home a wonderful husband, father, neighbor, and...

Liz and family- We are so sorry for the loss of your father. He sounds like an amazing man that shared his gifts with so many. A true blessing. Sending our sincerest condolences and lots of love. - The Gotto Family

I only knew Richard through Maria talking about him at cardio rehab. We all could tell the love between the two of them by her words. I am very sorry I couldn’t make it to the wake. My prayers are with your entire family.

On behalf of the Polish Hungarian World Federation, I express our condolences and deepest sympathies to you and your family.
May Richard rest in peace and God bless him, you and all who loved him, Amen. Isten áldása, Csaba

Maria, our sincerest condolences to you and your entire family on the passing of your devoted Richard. He truly was a remarkable person imbued with those traits that led to success in the many endeavors he sought to pursue. He was well-liked and respected by all who got to know him as an intelligent, fun-loving person who also enjoyed polka dancing. We especially remember the fun time at your garden wedding anniversary a few years ago. We will remember him in our prayers---GOD BLESS!

So very sorry for your loss. He will be remembered with much respect and love.

Sorry for your loss such a wonderful person