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Andrew B. "Andy" Domagola a lifelong resident of Naperville Services for Andrew B. "Andy" Domagola, 19, will begin at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville, proceeding to SS. Peter & Paul Church, 36 N. Ellsworth St., Naperville, for a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 noon. Interment will be private. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, at the funeral home. Born July 6, 1987, at Edward Hospital in Naperville, he died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007, in De Pere, Wis. Andy attended SS. Peter & Paul Grade School and was a 2005 graduate of Benet Academy in Lisle. Andy was currently a sophomore at St. Norbert College, De Pere, pursuing a double major in history and sociology and was also a resident assistant (RA). Andy was an accomplished swimmer, coaching the youth swim team at Huntington Estates Bath & Tennis Club. He was also a four-year varsity member of the Benet Academy Swim Team. He was a lifelong member of SS. Peter & Paul Church, Naperville and will be remembered as a devoted son and a wonderful, loving, big brother and a person who gave freely of himself. Andy had been looking forward to making his third spring break service project trip to Appalachia. Andy is survived by his parents, Michael and Karen (nee Kupsche) Domagola of Naperville; sisters, Megan and Mary Grace Domagola; maternal grandparents, Roy and Rose Kupsche of Naperville; paternal grandparents, John and Jane Domagola of Collins, N.Y.; aunts and uncles, Ken (Dagmar) Kupsche, Mary Beth Kupsche, Ed Kupsche, Jerry (Sheila) Kupsche, Joe Kupsche, Virginia (Dan) Palicka, Tom (Marybeth) Kupsche, Susan (Larry) McCauley, Jim (Maura) Domagola, Paul (Terry) Domagola and Joe (Becki) Domagola; and many cousins. He was preceded in death by a cousin, Dagmar Rose Kupsche. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the SS Peter & Paul School Teachers Endowment, the Benet Academy Tuition Assistance Fund or the St. Norbert College Service Trips. For information, 630-355-0213 or www.friedrich-jones.com.

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Published by Daily Herald from Feb. 25 to Feb. 26, 2007.

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Joelle Hess

March 25, 2007

Dear Domagola Family,
I cannot tell you how much I feel for you all in this unfortunate time. I know that Andy touched so many people throughout his time here, and will be missed so terribly. Your kindness by opening your home and hearts to me last year after Alya's passing will never be forgotten. If there is anything I can do for your family, please let me know.

With Much Love,

Joelle Marie Hess

Geralyn Eckert

March 14, 2007

Karen, So sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Mary Paulson told me about your son's death. I remember all the good times that we shared as Alpha Phis at Eastern. I hope that some of those memories will help ease your pain.

Geralyn Schauderna Eckert

Donna Danowski

March 3, 2007

Dear Karen, Mike, Megan, and Mary Grace,

Everyday we think and pray for you ...may each of you receive the graces you are most in need of! Jim and I feel your pain. Jim lost his best friend..his brother.. at 19 years old. It hurts. But... in the mist of the pain God rekindles memories of love, joy, and peace.

Barth Richards

March 3, 2007

Karen and family:

Cheryl and I were shocked and saddened beyond words to hear of Andy's sudden passing. We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you, and our thoughts are with you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

Bill Snyder

March 3, 2007

Dear Mike and Family,
The entire Notre Dame Family shares your loss and grieves with you. I remember distinctly the sorrow in my Dad's eyes when we lost my brother Jeff at a tragic young age. I feel your grief....,I remember.

Bridget Wright

March 2, 2007

Mike, Karen, Megan and Mary Grace,
Our hearts ache for you. Although we haven't seen Andy since 6th grade, we remember him as funny, kind and gentle - he was a great kid. We laugh every time we watch "A Christmas Story," remembering Andy sticking his tongue on the street sign pole at the bus stop - just had to try it out! We love and miss you all. May God bless you and keep you,
John, Bridget, Kevin, Kathleen, Madeline and Caroline Wright (Ann Arbor, MI)

Mike and Trish Patetta

March 1, 2007

We wish to express our heartfelt condolences to Mike and his family regarding the death of his son Andy Domagola. I was one of Mike's roommates in college, and Mike is one of the kindest and most generous human beings I have ever met. It really upsets me knowing the pain Mike and his family are experiencing with such a tragic loss. I have never met Andy, but from everything I have read and heard Andy seemed like a fine young man with a very bright future. His death at such a young age is not only a tragic loss to the Domagolas, but a loss for all of humanity.

John Callahan

March 1, 2007

To the Domagola family,

Hearing of Andy's death hit me like a ton of bricks. I haven't seen him since I moved away in 7th grade, but I haven't forgotten him. I cannot think of my time at Sts. Peter and Paul without remembering Andy. He was such a friendly and enjoyable person. I cannot begin to imagine the difficulty of his death for you all. May God bless you and the repose of his soul.

Seth Wanta

March 1, 2007

Andy will be missed as my neighbor, my RA, and my friend. I will never forget the short time I knew him. I love and miss you, buddy.

Debbie Siesennop

February 28, 2007

Dear Karen, Mike, Megan and Mary Grace, We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Andy. We remember meeting him at Sue's home for a cookout a few years ago. You are a wonderful family. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Tom, Debbie, Tommy, Annie, Jennifer and Timmy Siesennop

Joe, Dallas, Regan and Cole Harsa

February 28, 2007

Dear Domagola Family--
Our hearts are saddened from the loss of Andy. He was a wonderful young man with a big smile and bigger heart.

Regan still laughs about the times she shared with Andy and your family. We treasure his memory and offer you our prayers, deepest condolences and love.

The Harsa Family

February 28, 2007

Andy,
You will always be "one of my boys"....Love, Mrs. Fotre'

Kris Schultz

February 28, 2007

Dear Friends, Andy will never be forgetten in our home. He was a wonderful young man. Our Love and Prayers are with you.
The Schultz Family
Dick, Kris, Thomas and Lauren

Kevin Garvey

February 28, 2007

Andy was one of the greatest friends I ever had. I have so many memories from grade school all the way up to when he came to my high school graduation party. I only regret losing contact with him in recent years and I am heartbroken that he is gone.

The Brinkmans

February 27, 2007

To the Domagola Family,
Please accept our thoughts and prayers to you at this most difficult of times. No greater loss is there than that of losing a child. We will remember Andy by his bright smile, his positive and respectful manner and his willingness to help all those around him. Through our daughter, we respected him for his strong values and contagious spirituality. He loved deeply and was a caregiver to many. May God bless and give you strength!

Matt Trauner

February 27, 2007

Dear Domagola Family,

I can not begin to express how truly saddened I was to hear of Andy's passing. I will always remember the time we spent swimming together at Benet with fondness for his humor and spirit and in admiration of his dedication and perseverance. Me and my family's prayers are with you all.

Virginia Meisinger

February 27, 2007

I am sorry that I was not able to stay to give you hugs and voice my condolences. I was shocked and saddened by this sudden event. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do to help.

Janet Potts

February 27, 2007

Karen, Mike, Megan and Mary Grace,

I was heartbroken to hear of Andy's passing. I will always remember him as a bright and loving child. Please accept my deepest condolences in this difficult time.

Pat Dwyer

February 27, 2007

Dear Domagola Family,
I was very lucky to have someone like Andy as one of my residents for my first year as a resident assistant at St. Norbert College. Rarely was he never in a good mood and he helped to make my job easier. When Andy came to me and asked if I would write him a recommendation for him for a position as an RA I did not think twice about it. He had the perfect qualities for the job and I remember writing that I would have like to work with him on my staff. Turns out he made an excellent RA just as I thought he would. Your son's excellent character shows what an excellent family he had. You have my deepest sympathies and prayers during these hard times. May God bless you all.

Sue Welsh

February 27, 2007

Karen, Mike, Megan and Mary Grace,
How incredibly sad we are to hear of Andy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you all weekend, and will continue to be with you. Andy was a great boy, I remember once even telling you so, Karen. God be with you.
Sue, Tommy and Maggie Welsh

Suzanne Gibson

February 27, 2007

Karen, Mike, Megan and Mary Grace,
We are truly saddened by Andy's passing. And it has warmed our hearts to see what a profound impact he has had on others.
Love and prayers,
The Gibson Family
Bob, Suzanne, Kelly, Erin, Kyle and Jenny

Jim Henson

February 27, 2007

The Domagola Family,
I was deeply saddened by the news of Andy’s departure. For me, he made my first couple of years at Benet survivable. We would ride the bus to and from school laughing and cracking jokes. Not only was he always able to put a smile on my face; he was always so kind and generous. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Although Andy may be gone, he is certainly not forgotten. I’ll always cherish the memories of those bus rides and his wide smile and hearty laugh. God bless.

Mary Jo Quinn(Riley)

February 27, 2007

Dearest Karen and Family-Words alone could never express how sorry I was to hear about your loss. I too remember when I last saw you how you lit up when you spoke of your children. Please know Karen that you and your beautiful family are in my prayers and thoughts. You were ALWAYS such an inspiration and shining light to all who knew you. May God hold you and your family in the palm of his hand during this time. God Bless your family. Mary Jo Quinn(Riley)

Laurie (Dwyer) Polak

February 27, 2007

Karen, Mike, Megan and Mary Grace,
I'm truly sorry for your loss. Karen, although we missed you here at Lucent, I'm so glad you were able to spend the extra time with Andy and the girls while they were all growing up.

The Nawara Family

February 27, 2007

The Domagola Family,
At a time like this, no words can express how sadden we feel for you. Our hearts ache for all of you. May you find comfort in each other and Gods will. May your many memories of Andy bring you peace. Our prayers are with you.

Mrs. Domagola, I said a special prayer last night, to my PopPop in Heaven, and asked him to watch over Andy for you. I know he will...I love you. Hugs N Kisses, Alexis

Peaches Shaw

February 27, 2007

Karen & Family,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Andy your son and brother.
Karen I remember how much your kids meant to you when I worked with you on 5ESS years ago. I use to come to Chicago for meetings and when you said you were leaving the company to be with your children I was so upset because I really enjoyed working with you. I am now glad that you did this and got to spend more time with Andy and the girls.
I know this is a very hard time for you and your family. I will have you in my prayers.
Peaches Lazo Shaw

Suzanne Panoplos

February 27, 2007

Dear Karen and family,

We were very saddened to hear of your tragic loss. I never had the chance to meet Andy but can remember how you proudly displayed his picture in your office alongside the photos of your two daughters - Megan and Mary Grace.

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and I hope you find comfort in each other and in the wonderful memories of your son/brother.

Sam, Suzanne (Lindenmeier), Zachary and Amanda Panoplos

Kathy Kulisek

February 27, 2007

Karen, Mike, Megan and Mary Grace,

Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you during this excruciating time. As a child, Andy was such a joy to love and care for. His beautiful smile, contagious laugh and peaceful disposition will be with me forever. My life is truly blessed because I knew him.

With Love,
The Kulisek Family
Kathy and Steve,
Elizabeth, Kayla, Abigail, Noah, Andrew and Zachary

Angela Mueller

February 26, 2007

Andy was just so cool and such a great person. I remember one time silly me blew a fuse in my dorm room and he helped me right away to fix it. He was just such a sweetheart! We'll all really miss him. God Bless You Andy!

Maryann Brzoska

February 26, 2007

Karen, Mike, Megan and Mary Grace
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now in this time of sorrow. Andy was such a bright beacon of light. His smile always warmed the hearts of whomever he greeted. May God grant you peace.
The Brzoska Family
Tom, Maryann, Heather, Michael and Kelly

Sarah Urhausen

February 26, 2007

To the Domagola family,
Our many prayers are with you at your time of grief. Andy was a kind intelligent boy always willing to go out of his way. He will always be remembered in our hearts.

Kerry Zavodny

February 26, 2007

To the Domagolas: Andy will be very missed! i remember all of the swim meets i went to to watch my brother and andy woudl always be there with a big smile on his face, joking around with everyone, he was alwyas so very nice and will be missed. Your family is in my prayers.

<3
Kerry Zavodny

Phil Cabrera

February 26, 2007

Our prayers will always be with you.
Phil, Zeila , Felipe and Kristen Cabrera.

Kathleen Wright

February 26, 2007

To the Domagolas- Andy always brought a smile and a laugh to our SSPP Class- he will be dearly missed. Deepest condolences and prayers from myself and my family during this difficult time.

Melanie Special

February 26, 2007

Our entire SSPP Religious Education staff, children, youth and catechists offer our prayers of love and support to your family.

Qynn McHugh

February 26, 2007

To the Domogolas...

Although I never had the opportunity to meet Andy, from what I hear from my sister, he was a very special person. You all are in my thoughts & prayers.

Qynn McHugh

David and Nancy Dohnalek

February 26, 2007

To the Domagola Family:
Our hearts are pierced by the news of Andy's death. Our thoughts and deepest prayers are with you as you walk through what is surely the darkest of all valleys. Although we did not know him, we are certain Andy was a fine son, brother, grandson and nephew. The world is diminished by his passing.
In the love and hope of the resurrected Christ,

Tom, Cynthia, Carolyn, and Jim Lamb

February 26, 2007

To the Domagola Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Andy was a wonderful man who will be missed by many. God bless.

G

February 26, 2007

Andy, you were a wonderful student at St. Norbert College. The students in Bergstrom Hall will miss you dearly. Your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless-

Joyce Chen

February 26, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

John Naset

February 25, 2007

Andy,
You were one of the few kids who always was happy throughout practice and pushed me to try harder. The world has definately lost a great person. My prayers are with you and your family.

Michael Molloy

February 25, 2007

My Dearest Family,

His smile will be missed, his jokes as will resinate in our ears but his love will always be with us. It was always said that God takes a life so a new life can come in to this world. I sure would like to meet the person that is taking Andy's place they must be someone very special. I will always miss him.

Michael J. Molloy

Jim Stark

February 25, 2007

Your joy and lust for life always radiated in the classroom at Benet. A smile seemed to be etched eternally on your face along with possessing a calm and soothing demeanor. You will be greatly missed. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Clark & Sandy Maxwell

February 25, 2007

Mike, Karen, Megan and Mary Grace -
Our thoughts are with you!

Fr. Becket Franks, O.S.B.

February 25, 2007

He was "Mr. Campus Ministry" while I was at Benet Academy. When there was a retreat to lead, Andy was there. When there was a mass to celebrate, Andy was there. When there was an Outreach activity, Andy was there. At the abbey switchboard, he was dependable and friendly. It is so difficult thinking and feeling that he is gone. To Mr. and Mrs. Domagola, to Megan, Mary, and grandparents, my deepest, deepest sympathy. May God keep you all together in faith and hope.

The Spittler Family

February 25, 2007

Mike, Karen, Meg and Mary Grace~ Please know you are all in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy.

TAMMY GEARY

February 25, 2007

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Shannon

February 25, 2007

You know you were the one I always wanted to bug...I always enjoyed talking to you. You'll be missed by so many, Andy!

Desi Lee

February 25, 2007

On behalf of the Kindergarten Parents we pray for you and your family.
Desi Lee

Kathy Pomerleau

February 25, 2007

You touched our hearts with your kindness and spirit. May you continue to be our daughter's guardian angel. We shall miss you. Rest in peace.

February 25, 2007

May God always be with you and your family.

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