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David Gorcyca Obituary

David F. Gorcyca, age 73 of Chicago, passed away Jan. 23, 2015. Loving husband of Darlene, nee Dembek, for 44 years; dear father of David (Rebecca) and Lori (Thomas Angiello) Gorcyca; proud grandfather of Rachel, Adam and Beatriz; fond brother of Diane Stocker and the late Janet Vito; dear nephew of Dorthea Gorcyca. Visitation Tuesday, Jan 27. from 3-9 pm at Matz Funeral Home, 3440 N. Central Ave., Chicago. Funeral Wednesday 10:30 am from the funeral home to St. Viator Church. Mass 11 am. Memorials to the American Heart Assoc. appreciated. For info: (773) 545-5420 or www.matzfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 25, 2015.

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January 26, 2015

I went to Foreman High School with Dave and lived on Wrightwood Ave (5128). My memories of Dave are wrapped in humor. Dave was one funny guy. Throughout the early 60's there were many a memorable moment with Dave, Fred Kordik and others. Big Daddy G will be missed by all.

January 26, 2015

Dave, Rebecca and Family. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Condolences.
Donna Phillips

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27

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Matz Funeral Home - Chicago

3440 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634

Jan

28

Funeral

10:30 a.m.

Matz Funeral Home - Chicago

3440 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634

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28

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Viator Church

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3440 N. Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634

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