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Jan Adler
November 6, 2019
Dear Kelchak family, I am thankful I had the opportunity to meet and get to know Fr. Kelchak during my lifetime. God bless all of his family. You are in my prayers.
Ekaterina Stoyanova
March 17, 2019
My husband and I met Father Kelchak during his visits to Arizona, where he admired our Christian artwork. We will cherish his kindhearted blessings.
Vonnie Quirk
January 8, 2019
Rest in peace, Father Kelchak. You have no idea what an influence you've had on my life and faith. So many years ago when you were a young priest, living in Webster, Wisconsin, and Pastor of a little country church called Sacred Heart, my brothers served Mass for you and my mother taught CCD. At that time, the Church didn't have anything for young girls to do, which was a disappointment for me. My, how times have changed! You were the first priest I ever experienced saying Mass facing the people...unheard of in the late 50's. Your love for modern art was also exemplified by the statues both inside and outside of the church.
My father was in the military and overseas. I know my mother probably struggled bringing up three young children on her own, but I'm sure you reminded her of God's love and to trust in Him at all times. You gave her a woman's prayer book, which I use to this day. I also fondly remember you coming to our house for Sunday dinner after Mass. My brothers and I always enjoyed your magic tricks! You blessed my family is so many ways.
No matter where our lives have taken us, I know we will see each other again in the Kingdom of God.
"God loves you and so do I."
Peace to all your family.
Vonnie Quirk
Oakdale, MN
Ann Buczek
November 18, 2018
He lived his life as a priest for 68 yrs. HE LOVED THE CHURCH. Those four words sum up his priestly life. I am a better person for having him as my brother and my friend and he was totally dedicated as a priest-servant of the church. He was a scholar, priest, liturigist, preacher, teacher, pastor,and my confessor. God loves you dear brother and so do I.
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Michael & Mary Ziemkowski
November 16, 2018
I know you're already helping people out. That's who you are.
Mary and I will keep you in our hearts each day.
Mary Jane
November 13, 2018
Eternal rest grant unto +Father Kelchak Oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace through the mercy of God. AMEN .
Ann Sabocik
November 13, 2018
Thank you Fr. Joe. You gave me a health tip many years ago that I still use daily. May the Lord reward you richly. Bless you!
Jack and Jo Powell
November 13, 2018
Pleasant memories of
Father Kelchak. May he rest in peace.
Jan Petroff Adler
November 12, 2018
Thank you Fr. Joe for being such a good friend to my father Peter Petroff. It was a pleasure getting you know you. God's blessings to the Kelchak family.
Mark Wopinski
November 12, 2018
You are loved Father Joe. Rest in God's grace and peace. Remember God loves you and so do I.
November 11, 2018
Those who pass on God Keeps in his memory because he cares for them. Sorry for your loss.
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