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Joseph Malecki Obituary
Joseph John Malecki, 51, of Green Lake, died on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at his home in Green Lake. Joe was born in Harvey, IL, on May 19, 1957, the son of Joseph James and Charlotte, nee Moss, Malecki. He graduated from Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Flossmoor, IL, and went on to graduate from Western Illinois University. Joe was a film editor and was in the process of preparing to go to edit film at the Summer Olympics Games in China. He was a member of the Green Lake Rotary Club, and the Shorewood Home Owners Association of Green Lake. Survivors include his daughter, Sanna Sophia Malecki of Libertyville, IL; Sanna's mother, Anne Malecki; stepson, Matthew Santullano of Libertyville, IL; one sister, Susan (Robert) Villa of Dyer, IN; and one niece, Kristin Villa of Dyer, IN. Joe was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation for Joseph John Malecki will be held from 1 to 2:30 pm, on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, at the Butzin-Marchant Funeral Home, 515 Mayparty Drive, Ripon, WI, 920-748-2623. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, at the Butzin-Marchant Funeral Home in Ripon with The Reverend Dr. Willard Blomquist officiating. Memorials can be given to the Green Lake Rotary Foundation, P.O. 95, Green Lake, WI 54941. Butzin-Marchant Funeral Home, Ripon, is assisting the family. www.butzinmarchant.com
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Audrey Malecki Hagenow
August 6, 2008
I am a first cousin of Joe who I have not seen in 40 years since our grandfather died, but I have fond memories of visiting him and his sister, and Aunt Charlotte and Uncle Joe as a youngster.
My sister, Antoinette, and nephew, Ernest, died from injuries they obtained in a fire from an explosion in 1989 and I feel the pain Joe's survivors are experiencing.
Unfortunately I was unable to come to the service but would love to hear from the family.
I live in LaPorte, IN but work in downtown Chicago, IL.
Jon Merrifield
July 31, 2008
I only knew Joe a little from a meeting in Dallas in 1995. His energy was not escapable. His name often permeated conversations in my chosen industry be it in L.A. or Oklahoma or anywhere whenever Chicago was mentioned. Many professionals knew him and smiled whenever they said his name.
Guy Shipley
July 30, 2008
Cousin Joe, "My Best Man" We had some great times togather growing up, double dating and White Castle nights. Those days at Paw Paw lake were great. So many memories. I will miss your call on X-Mas Day as you had made so many times. Peace be with you.
Jaxie Bryan
July 30, 2008
My condolences to Sanna and Anne. What a big-hearted man with a mind and wit as agile and quick as they come. Had the pleasure of meeting Joe through my life partner Jack Enrietta. We will miss him so very much.
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