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Walter Gracik Obituary

Gracik, Walter J.

Vestal: Walter J. Gracik, 86, of Vestal, NY (formerly of Johnson City) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at Willow Point Nursing Home. He was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Anastasia Gracik. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, John and Cheryl Gracik, Kirkwood; a granddaughter, Pam Gracik, and her children, Chad and Kelsey, all of Binghamton; two step-grandchildren and spouse, Scott and Stephanie Taylor, Mechanicville, NY and Doug Taylor, Brooklyn, NY; two sisters, Helen Marsheski, Binghamton and Celia David, Vestal; several nieces and nephews. Walter was a retired employee of Singer Link Corp. with over 25 years of service. At the request of the family, there will be no calling hours. Entombment will be in Vestal Hills Memorial Park. Donations may be made in Walter's name to the Broome County Humane Society. Arrangements and supervision by:

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin on Mar. 15, 2012.

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March 15, 2012

My dear Gracik Family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Grandparents, the Graciks, were my Godparents.

Donald and Caroline Grocki Hall

Ralph Butler

March 15, 2012

Pam my thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family, It is always hard to lose a family member no matter when that time comes. Love and peace to all.

Debbie and Kevin Prokop

March 15, 2012

John and Cheryl,
We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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