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Rita Kozak Obituary
Rita A. Kozak, 85, of Stevens Point, died Sunday October 13, 2013, unexpectedly due to an automobile accident. Rita was born on June 3, 1928, in Stevens Point. She was the daughter of the late Carl & Agnes (Walenski)
Wrycha. She attended local schools.
Her marriage to Walter Kozak took place on October 25, 1947 at St. Mary's Catholic Church Torun, after the marriage the couple settled on the Kozak family homestead. Her husband Walter died on January 18, 2004.
She was a member of the St. Mary's Rosary Society. She enjoyed gardening, baking, canning, playing cards and visiting with family and friends.
Survivors include her daughter, Susan Wanta of Custer. Sons, David (Margaret) Kozak of Stevens Point and Steven Kozak of Clinton Township MI. Son-in-law, Robert Gollonik of Whiting.
11 Grandchildren, Mark (Nicole) Wanta, Amy (Nicholas) Jaeger, Jody Wanta, Todd (Adrienne) Wanta, John Kotolski, Jason Kotolski, Amanda Kotolski, Justin Kotolski, Christopher Kozak, Kaitlyn Kozak and Nathan Kozak. Six Great-Grandchildren. Also survived by a sister, Florence (Chester) Wojtalewicz of Stevens Point.
Preceded in death by two daughters, Elsie Kotolski-Knight and Delores Gollonik. Son, James,
Three son-in-laws, Thomas Wanta, Vincent Kotolski and Don Knight. Brothers, Edward, Raymond and Herman Wrycha. Sisters, Clara Glenn, Eleanor Firkus, Adeline Zaidel and Evelyn Wrycha.
Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday October 17, 2013, at 10:30a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church Torun. Rev. Greg Michaud officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday from 4:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. at the Pisarski/Dzikoski Funeral Home, 703 Second Street Stevens Point and again on Thursday from 9:30a.m. until time of service at the church. Parish rosary will be prayed at 7:00p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials in Rita's name will be established at a later date. For online condolences please visit www.pisarskifuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Rita Kozak
Lois Bachinski
October 17, 2013
What a wonderful human being, Rita always was so kind and sweet to everyone. My heart is saddened.
Stefan Wahe
October 16, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Cindy & Bob Brill
October 16, 2013
We are deeply sorry for your loss of Rita. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bernadette (Schulist) Igl
October 16, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all your family! I remember your mother as a faith filled women with a deep love for her family. Her strong hold to the family farm and dedication to providing for her family through farming and gardening will always remain with me. May her name pass your lips daily as you recall all the memories you made with your mother,and grandmother. God Bless!
Veronica Rychter-Danczyk
October 16, 2013
October, 2013
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Loving Mother, Grandma, Sweetest Friend and Neighbor, who will be missed by many! (I have donated for Masses to be said in her Honor). Take care...
Love Always,
Veronica A. Rychter-Danczyk
October 16, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Betsy & Norb Ostrowski
Dan Kieliszewski
October 15, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of Rita's loss, she was a nice lady. I walk past her house almost daily and could count on a smile and a wave from Rita from time to time. I bid the Kozak family peace at this sad time.
Bill & Bernadette Stoegbauer
October 15, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kozak family. Heaven has gained another Angel to watch over us. Rita was a dear and sweet person. We will miss her.
October 15, 2013
she is now in Gods hgands where she belongs. another angel in heaven
Sharon & Ray Waldoch
October 15, 2013
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of Rita's loved ones. She was a sweet, kind, strong and active woman. May the memories she has bestowed on each of you live on in your hearts forever. For loving someone from the start, leaves a footprint on your heart. Peace, prayers and blessings as you go through this difficult time.
Steve, Barb, Michael, and Justin Cisewski
October 15, 2013
To the Kozak Family
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom, gramndma, and great grandma. She was such a warm, loving, kind woman and she will surely be missed by many. May God be with all of you during this very difficult time.
Don Wisinski
October 15, 2013
Dave and Marge
Sorry for the loss of your Mother.
Don and Kathy Wisinski
Janice Laskowski
October 14, 2013
I will always remember Rita as a lovely woman full of kindness and grace. My deepest condolences to the family.
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