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John Salanik Obituary
John M. Salanik, 64, of Swansea, IL, born on April 1, 1954, in East St. Louis, IL, died peacefully at his home on Friday, July 27, 2018.
John worked as a painting contractor, owning and operating Salanik Painting from 1992 to 2011. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church, Belleville, IL, and was an active participant in the music ministry. He loved his family, playing music, and fishing. He had several favorite artists, but a quote from George Harrison sustained him through his most recent health struggles. When he was ill, George said he wanted three things when he passed; to be conscious of God, fearless of death, and surrounded by his family. John, like George, had all three.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Geneva, nee Rowe, Salanik; his brother, David Salanik, and family member, Jeannette Johnson.
John is survived by his wife, Cris Salanik, nee McLemore; his children, Rachel (Anthony) Palmisano of Fenton, MO, Matthew (Elizabeth) Salanik of St. Louis, MO, and Sarah (Daniel) Cook of Kalamazoo, MI; his grandchildren, Jack and Mark Palmisano and Brennan Cook; his brother, Mark (Olivia) Salanik of Granite City, IL; and his mother-in-law, Billie McLemore.
Donations may be made to Catholic Urban Programs or to Community Link, City of Breese, Clinton County, c/o John Hueskamp. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.kasslyfuneral.com.
Visitation: Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 29, 2018 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kassly Mortuary, Ltd., Fairview Heights, IL.
Services: A funeral procession will leave Kassly Mortuary, Ltd., Fairview Heights, IL, on Monday, July 30, 2018, at 10:30 a.m. for a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Belleville, IL. Cremation will follow services.
Burial of cremated remains will be held at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Belleville, IL, at a later date.
KASSLY MORTUARY, LTD., Fairview Heights, IL.
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Vic Marsh
August 9, 2018
John and I are sorry to hear of John's passing. We know he struggled for many years. When I would see or speak to him, we enjoyed honest conversation. When he did work at our home,, it was always excellent. He was such a genuine man.
Bob Kratky
July 29, 2018
Condolences to the Salanik family during this impossible time. I hope the future brings you warm thoughts when you remember John.
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