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Albert Poracky Obituary
Albert T. Poracky
SCHERERVILLE, IN - Albert T. Poracky of Schererville, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2019 at the Rittenhouse of Portage, IN.
Al was born in Whiting, IN on May 5, 1925, the son of Joseph and Josephine Poracky. He attended George Rogers Clark High School. Was a United States Navy veteran. A member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church Highland, IN.
On May 14, 1955, Al married Helen D. Poracky who survives.Al was the owner/operator of Bindas & Poracky Amoco service station, Hammond, IN. One of the last full service gas stations/garages in the Calumet region. Al's sons, many of his nephews, and friends of his sons worked at the station. Al had many loyal customers until his retirement in 1988. Al was an avid Notre Dame football fan having season tickets for many years. Enjoying many beautiful fall football afternoons with his family in South Bend.
Surviving is his wife Helen (Makarowski) of Portage. Sons Al (Louise), Jim (Beverly) and Jerry (Mary Jane) Poracky. Survived by seven grandchildren, Tom (Laura) Poracky, Kristen (Anthony) La Rocca, Kasey (Michael) Wallis, Kyle (Sara) Poracky, Layne (Daniel) Drudge, Logan Poracky, and Matt (Serenity) Poracky. Along with five great grandchildren, Landon Poracky, Sydney Poracky, Titus Poracky, Sevastian Giovanna La Rocca and Wes Poracky.
During his retirement Al was involved with Amoco Retires, St. Joe Calumet College and the AMSAC Club in Calumet City, IL. One of the many things Al will be remembered for was his compassion and kindness towards people.
Visitation will be on Friday June 14, 2019 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 3025 Highway Avenue, Highland, IN. Funeral mass immediately following visitation.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Our Lady of Grace School. www.fagenmiller.com
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Memories and Condolences
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andrea steffy
June 14, 2019
Sara and family, deepest sympathy on your father-in-law's passing. I will keep you all in my prayers. God Bless!
Donna Musser
June 14, 2019
Albert and Helen live next door we were neighbors always was so kind and how he enjoyed life ,we all would gather by his house and enjoying the beautiful day .you will be miss but not forgotten, God came for you and took you to Heaven were you will always be young God has bigger plans for you Al , a new journey in paradise.your spirit live on,
Jim Granack
June 13, 2019
I remember the gas station and friendly people of that time period...God Bless
William Bill Kobek
June 13, 2019
Al gave me my first job, ST. at his Cities Service, at 25th & Burr. He was a kind man to work with. thanks, Al for the memories
Glenn Shantz
June 13, 2019
Working for and with Al for many years are some of the best memories.
They could have written a television show about that station and all the characters that came and went.
And it was all about Al. Everyone liked him. Al was like a father, brother, and friend to me. He was also one of the major influences in my life.
Al, thank you for the great memories, your friendship, and your guidence. I still think of you often.
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