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John Kaclik Obituary
JOHN GABRIEL
John Gabriel Kaclik (Gabe), 83, of Ohio Township, PA and Punta Gorda, FL died as a result of a tragic accident on February 1, 2011. John was born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 24, 1927 to John and Mary (Bandura) Kaclik and raised in East Vandergrift, PA. He served in the United States Coast Guard from 1944-46. He attended Carnegie Tech where he became a registered architect. His career began with the Architectural firm Button and McLean which Gabe acquired in the last 1950's. He attained his partner Victor Graves becoming Kaclik & Graves, Architects. Upon Gabe's retirement he formed J. Gabriel Kaclik Group and worked independently until his death. Gabe received many design awards and other recognitions. He enjoyed visiting Florida for the winter months with his wife Dolores and many of their friends. Gabe enjoyed golfing with his buddies and walks with Peppa. He was a member of Assumption Catholic Church in Bellevue, PA and Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Punta Gorda, FL., Knights of Columbus, American Legion and American Institute of Architects (AIA). Gabe is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Dolores J. (Grakalskis) of Pittsburgh, PA and their children Deb Kaclik (Deb Deal), Kevin (Cheryl) Kaclik, Marte (Al) Novak, Chris (Nancy) Kaclik, John Kaclik; and grandchildren Rory, Corey, Kody, Sara, Chelsae, Shane, Taylor, Alexis and Vanessa. Incremation was conducted by Roberts Funeral Home (Mark Brady), Dunnellon, FL with arrangements by STEPHEN M. BRADY FUNERAL HOME, Pittsburgh, PA. A memorial mass will be held at St. Kilian's Catholic Church, Clark and Cherry Streets, Mars, PA 16046, Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Mothers Against Brain Injury, Inc., 1052 Buttercup Dr., Saint Johns, FL 32259; 904-657-1424 or 800-TBI-HOPE www.mabii.org. Special thanks to: Dr. Dusseau, Trish, Ashley, Dr. Goldberg and Father Jim Simko. Gabe was dedicated to his faith, his integrity, and his family.
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Denise Thomas
March 2, 2011
Dear Mrs. Kaclik, I am so sorry to hear of Gabe's passing. I never had the pleasure of meeting him in person, but enjoyed the last ten years of talking to him on the phone regarding your insurance and the many other topics Gabe would enlighten me with. He was such a nice, kind person and I will certainly miss our conversatons. Please take care and I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Jim Dilla
February 21, 2011
I just heard of Gabe's death this morning. My deepest sympathy to the Kaclik family. He was a great man and will truly be missed. I first meet Gabe as a member of Brentwood's School Board. From that experience, we became friends and was able to play a few rounds of golf together every year. We also saw each other most Monday mornings at St. Paul's Monestary. I will truly miss Gabe. My thoughts and prayers to the Kaclik family. Jim Dilla
Maria & Dave Kauer
February 17, 2011
Dave and I were very sorry to hear of Mr. Kaclik's tragic passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and we wish you peace and strength during this very sorrowful time.
Nancy (Langan) Augustine
February 12, 2011
Mr. Kaclik was my first boss at Kaclik & Graves. I'm very sorry to learn of his passing. With deepest sympathy.
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Howard & Peggy Teresi
February 12, 2011
Dolores,
How life changes in two short weeks. We had so much fun watching the Steelers with you, Gabe and our Florida Fans. Our prayers and sympathy to you and your family.
Kelli & Hiro Zusho
February 11, 2011
Dear Aunt Delores & family, Uncle Gabe will be remembered as a positive spirit with a joyful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you honor him. May you find comfort and peace in the coming days.
Scott & Donna Wesolek
February 11, 2011
Chris, Nancy and family, we wish to express our sincere condolences for your tragic loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
February 11, 2011
Dear Dolores & Family: We are so sad to hear of Gabe's tragic & untimely death. We remember both of you even though it's been a long time since seeing you. Our thoughts & prayers to all. Becky & Tom Stradley
Kristin Schleis
February 11, 2011
Dear John and Kaclik Family,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. What a great loss. Take care,
Kristin (Kauer) Schleis
Judi Brady Tennant
February 10, 2011
Dear Aunt Dolores, Debi, Kevin, Chris, Marte & John,I am so sorry for your loss.I take comfort in knowing they are together in heaven. We have wonderful memories of them both. Love,your cousin Judi
February 10, 2011
I lost my dad about 6 months ago. Gabe came to his funeral and shared with us many stories about them growing up together. He may not have realized it at the time but he gave us a priceless gift -another thread of connecton to our beloved father.
Thank you, Gabe. I hope you and dad are up to some old tricks now that you are together again. May your family find comfort in all the great stories and memories that you have left for them.
Fondly, Sandy Pancoe
Jennie-Lynn Knox
February 10, 2011
"To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children...to leave the world a better place...to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." Ralph Waldo Emerson. You succeeded Dad Kaclik, and you will be missed. Rest in peace.
Mark & Judy O'Donnell
February 10, 2011
Dear Aunt Dolores, Debi, Kevin, Chris, Marte & John,
Our hearts are heavy & sad for all of you as well as all of the rest of your extended families. We are sad for ourselves as well! What a wonderful, fun loving guy Uncle Gabe was! We will miss his laugh, his jokes & his great sense of humor! What great stories he would tell us about my Dad (Bill)& our Uncle Tony. We would laugh until we cried! Being your niece was an honor & a blessing! Mark & I will miss you, but you will always be in our hearts.
The many stories that will be told when we get together with your family will comfort all of us. You were the best! Thanks for the memories Uncle Gabe!! We Love You!!!
Dennis Rask
February 10, 2011
To the Kaclik family,so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss.
Scotty Jackson
February 10, 2011
Deb, I am so very sorry! My daddy died one year ago this month. Please know you are in my prayers.
February 10, 2011
Chris & Nancy My condolences to your family on the loss of your father.
Ross F Pisano
Nancy DePace
February 10, 2011
I wish to extend my sincere condolences to Mrs. Dolores Kaclik and her family. Mr. Kaclik was an excellent architect and a wonderful gentleman. I met him and found him to be very helpful during the additions and renovations to the Avonworth Elementary School. He was always open to suggestions and provided excellent building information to our Board Members and Administration. He will truly be missed.
John Brady
February 10, 2011
Our condolences to the Kaclik family, many great memories of Uncle Gabe and Poppy (Jack Brady) together; both left quite a legacy for the young men of our families. Enjoyed running into Gabe and Aunt Dolores at 10:00 am mass at Assumption also. God Bless.
John Brady
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