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NATALIE WITASKE Obituary

Natalie Witaske, beloved wife of the late Ray; loving mother of Carol Jean (Rich) Gawlik, Raymond A. (Margaret) and Anita (Bernd) Petrick; dearest grandmother of David (Donna), Laura Jean, Glenn (Melissa), Joshua (Kelly), Craig, Elizabeth (Larry), Christopher and Carolyn; dear great-grandmother of Brittany, Bryan, Jack and Georgia; beloved friend and companion of Adelaida, Leo and Michelene Rosales. Funeral Friday 9:15 a.m. from Malec & Sons Funeral Home, 6000 N. Milwaukee Ave, to St. Hilary Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Thursday 4 to 8 p.m. 773-774-4100. www.malecandsonsfh.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 14, 2010.

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April 17, 2010

Dear Ray, Peg and family,
We are so sorry to learn of your mother's passing but be sure to know she is happy in heaven with your Dad and watching over all of you.
Remember the good times!

Fondly,

John and Marcy

Natalie Konieczko

April 16, 2010

Dear Carol, Ray and Anita,
We are so sorry for your loss. Natalie was a great lady and will be truly missed by all whose lives she touched with her ever present kindness and smile. You will always have the memories you share. Our prayers are with you always.

Tom Lasken

April 16, 2010

Aunt Natalie always had a sweet smile, a positive outlook on life, and was always overflowing with unconditional love. I will truly miss her. All my love and condolences to the family.

Ruth Ann and Ed Barnat

April 15, 2010

Although this is a time of great grief it will soon be replaced by the memories of Natalie that you will cherish for a lifetime. You will remember the good times and the smile on her face when she was with family, knowing that she got it right. Our heart felt condolences on your loss.

Don and Lori Blank

April 15, 2010

We send our sincere condolences to the Witaske family on their loss.

David & Joanne Jaynes

April 15, 2010

Dear Ray

We were deeply saddened to hear of your Mothers death.

We hope that you will accept our most sincere sympathy and condolence. We truly hope that your memories of the happier moments will help ease your pain.

If there is anything we can do for you at this difficult time, please let us know.

Lori Lasken

April 15, 2010

Natalie is now up in heaven with her husband Ray,her Mother and Father, and her brothers and sisters. May she rest in peace. I will continue to pray for her and here family at this difficult time. From her loving sister-in-law,Lori.

Janie Knoth

April 15, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss, Aunt Natalie was a very special person, she will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Dennie and Janie

Tracie Kay (Knoth) Brissey

April 14, 2010

There is no way to lessen the sorrow of losing someone so precious as Aunt Natalie but please remember that others care very much and wish you strength and comfort at this sad time. Affectionately, Tracie Kay

Jim and Mary Lasken

April 14, 2010

My dear Aunt Natalie was never without a smile. We will certainly miss her. Our sincere condolences to the family.

Jeanette & Ralph Herman

April 14, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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