Lemont, Illinois
Age 58, of Lemont, passed away Friday, May 25,2007. Born in Lemont, a lifelong resident.
Owned and Operated Markiewicz Funeral Home for thirty years, retiring in 2006. Graduated from Lemont High School (Class of 1966). Attended Lewis College and graduated from Worsham College of Mortuary Science (Class of 1969). Active member of SS. Cyril & Methodius Church, serving as Eucharistic Minister, Lector, Usher, and past President of the Parish Pastoral Council. Past President and current Secretary/Treasurer of the Will Co. Funeral Services Association. Member of the Lemont Lions Club, Lemont Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Knights of Columbus, Lemont Council #1599. Former member of the Board of Directors of Franciscan Village, NBD, 1st Chicago, and Bank One Lemont. Active sportsman, I.H.S.A. basketball and baseball official in the 70's and 80's. Avid bowler in Lemont/Joliet area from the 70's - 90's. Active member of Lemont Community T.V. since 1991 covering football, basketball and volleyball. Current play by play man for Will Co. Channel 6 sports (Comcast channel 3) covering the greater Will Co. area football and basketball. Member of the Historic Preservation Committee. Recipient of the Outstanding Citizen of the Year in 1993. Grand Marshall of the 2006 Keepataw Days Parade. Received the Foundation Fellow Award from the Lions of Illinois.
Survived by his wife, Connie, nee Tabron, Markiewicz of Lemont; his children, Brian (Heather) Bury of Lombard, Matt (Jill) Markiewicz of Lemont, and Lauren Markiewicz of Lemont; two grandchildren, Christopher and Elizabeth; his mother, Sally Markiewicz of Lemont; his sister, Beverly Marzec of Lemont; numerous nieces and nephews; and his former wife, Jan Markiewicz of Lemont.
Preceded in death by his father, Victor A. Markiewicz; and a brother-in-law, Dennis Marzec.
Visitation Monday 4 - 8 p.m. and Tuesday 2 - 8 p.m. at the Markiewicz Funeral Home, 108 Illinois St., Lemont. Lying in state Wednesday, May 30, 2007, 9 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. at SS. Cyril & Methodius Church, Lemont. Interment parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the SS. Cyril & Methodius Church Capital Campaign.
Markiewicz Funeral Home
Lemont 630-257-6363 or
www.markiewiczfh.com
I am so saddened by Vic's passing. In the 60's and early 70's, Vic & I were like brothers. I'll never forget the good times Vic and I had.
You will surely be missed by all and I will see you again.
Mike Hicks
June 25, 2007 | Hesperia, CA
Vic was a wonderful, kind, caring man. I attended Lemont High with him and he brought me a lot of laughs. Blessings on the family during a very difficult time.
Diane (Endecavageh) Ende
June 20, 2007 | Downers Grove, IL
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Vic. It was only a few years ago I had the chance to sit with him and recall the memories of our childhood in Lemont. He was guite a fellow and had his finger on the pulse of Lemont. His memory lives on in his family, his friends, and those he touched - however briefly.
Ed and Anne Meisenbach
June 11, 2007 | Melbourne, FL
To The Markiewicz Family:
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Vic. He has touched the hearts of so many people, he will not be forgotten, his smile, his voice, his warmth, and his wit.
Peggy Rocco
June 04, 2007 | Mt. Vernon Memorial Estates, IL
Our deepest sympathy to Connie and family. May you find comfort in the many fond memories that have been created over the years. Also, know that there are many friends and a community that share your grief. Vic was a wonderful friend but most of all, a wonderful husband, father and son.
When you look into the evening sky, look for the brightest star in the sky, that will be Vic looking down on all of you, watching over you and keeping you strong. God bless each of you.
Jim and Bonnie Houdek
June 02, 2007 | The Villages, FL
Connie,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I have not known Vic for a long time, but he left a lasting impression with anyone he met. We will miss him at the noon mass. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You!
Michael Wallace
June 01, 2007 | Lemont, IL
To the markiewicz family ,i was sad to hear the bad news ,i extend my deepest sympathy to you ,vic was a great guy and alot of fun to be around .he made a lot of people laugh and brought sunshine to wherever he was .he made our group vacations even more enjoyable. than they were. bob natiello
bob natiello
June 01, 2007 | Wasco, IL
Vic was there when both of my partents passed away. He was so kind and made it so much easier on me.
He was a wonderful person and may God bless him and his entire family.
(formerly a Lemont resident)
Mary (Corbin) Bolton
June 01, 2007 | Dunlap, TN
Connie, Matt and all of the family...I am so sorry to hear of Vic's passing. He was such a warm, compassionate and loving man that made everyone feel so good in his presence. Denise and I always enjoyed his and Matt's visits to our office during funeral services at Franciscan Village. And I loved having him on my original board at FV. I know that he will be greatly missed in not only your lives, but the lives of all who knew him. God Bless!
Terry Kolaz
May 31, 2007 | Center Valley, PA
