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Gary Walczak Obituary
Rochester: Monday October 26, 2015. Mr. Walczak is survived by his parents Henry and Margaret Walczak, sister Laurie (Michael) Colangelo, brother Michael (Christina) Walczak, uncle James (Judith) Jarvies, aunt Barbara (George) Posey, his nephews Nicholas Walczak, Michael (Jessica) Colangelo and niece Sarah Hudson, many cousins and dear friend Jim Mullens and other friends. Gary was the manager of the PAC Club and on the board of directors also a member of the Echo Club. Gary loved fishing and the outdoors.
His family will receive friends THURSDAY 4-8 pm at the funeral home (570 Kings Hwy South). Friends are invited to meet the family FRIDAY 10:00 AM at ST. STANISLAUS CHURCH for his funeral mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Friends Of St. Stanislaus Foundation, Inc., 1325 Hudson Avenue, Rochester, NY 14621 or Transplant Patient Needs Fund Strong Memorial Hospital Attn: Kathleen Thompson, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Joseph A. Klein. To share a memory or send the family a condolence, please visit
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Walczak
Laurie Colangelo
October 26, 2023
My Dear Brother: Today marks 8 years since you left us. Not a day goes by where I don't think of you. We made a lifetime of happy memories as a family and you kept us all together. You would be so proud of our nephew and godson, Nick - he is a fantastic young man. We are taking good care of Mother everyday. You are in my heart always and I love you Gary, now and forever. Your sister, Laurie
Laurie Colangelo
October 26, 2022
My Dear Brother:
It's been 7 years since you left us and there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I miss you sooo
much. You would be so proud of our nephew and godson, Nick - he is so much like you. We're taking good care of Mom, as you would have wanted. I love you my brother more than words can say. Thank you for listening to my prayers always.
Love your sister,
Laurie
Laurie Colangelo
October 22, 2021
My Dear Brother:
I love and miss you more than words can say. You were my best friend and biggest supporter. I could always count on you. Remembering you always with a smile and a laugh - you are always in my heart forever.
Please be with me as I still need my "big brother."
Love Always Your Sister,
Laurie
Daniel Kinsella
November 18, 2020
Gary,My Dear Friend.All is well down here on earth,and i,m certain all is Good in the Heaven above.every so often when i.m having a cold one ,I look up and give a cheer and say kazanova to you my Friend.that,s my way of saying nastrovia . Miss you ,but I know your always here sharing Great memories of all the Good times we all had. Take Good care my friend and we.ll take good care of ourselves here on earth. Peace&Love Dan&Sue kinsella and Family
Laurie Colangelo
October 26, 2020
My Dear Brother:
It is five years today that your journey to heaven began. We all miss you so much.
Our nephew and godson Nicholas is a fantastic boy and you would be so proud.
Mom is doing good and we are all taking care of her.
I think of you always with a smile and a laugh - remembering you is wonderful, losing you still
hurts.
i love you, my brother and I miss you - hope you are having fun with Daddy and now with my
husband, Mike.
Your loving sister,
Laurie
Laurie Colangelo
June 17, 2020
Today is June17th - your 61st birthday - I'm sure heaven is having a grand party filled with great food, love, and laughter. My precious brother, I miss you each and every day. I know when I see and hear a singing cardinal, it is you!! I love you, Gary - forever and always, my brother!
Laurie Colangelo
November 25, 2015
My Dearest Brother:
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and I'm sure you're cooking a feast in heaven - missing more than words can say - thank you for being the best brother ever.
Loving you always,
Your sister, Laurie
Laurie and Mike Colangelo
November 16, 2015
Our Dear Brother: Thinking of you each and everyday - missing you always - rest in peace - Loving you always,
Laurie and Mike
November 5, 2015
We are so sorry Margaret and family to hear about Gary's passing. We always had a smile and we will never forget the great meal he made for our wedding. He will be be missed by many. Ed and Martie Stagles Pottsboro, Tx
Patricia Schifano
November 5, 2015
Dear Margaret, Hank, Laurie, Mike and family...
I am so very saddened to have just heard the news. We were not aware, I am not just speaking for myself but from my whole family. My heart goes out to all of you, even though I am in such shock that I don't have the right words to express myself.
My wish for the family is that your sadness softens, may every memory of Gary bring you times of comfort. I wish for peace to surround your hearts.
I'm so very sorry.
Patricia
November 4, 2015
Laurie & Family,
I am sadden to here of Gary's passing. LC you are so blessed to had such a wonderful brother. My deepest condolences to all of you. E. Clottin
Sharon Myers
November 2, 2015
Dear Walczak Family:
I was so deeply sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I had the pleasure of getting to know him when I helped Debbie Tiberio (Culotta) bus tables on Friday nights. Gary made THE BEST linguine and clam sauce and to this day I try to copy it w/o success! What a great, dear man Gary was. I will keep your family in prayer. Sorry I did not hear of his passing until after the funeral or I would have expressed my condolences in person. Love to all.
Mary Ann Quartieri
November 2, 2015
Dear Walczak family,
I was truly saddened to read about Gary's passing. One never forgets the people they grew up with even though time and distance separates them Gary will forever by frozen in time in my childhood memories when I spent time at your house with Laurie. Time heals all wounds and hold on to those memories. He is with God resting and getting ready for whatever job God wants him to do. With much love and respect to all of you at this very difficult time.
Laurie Colangelo
October 30, 2015
My Dear Brother:
Today was your funeral and at the Mass I let everyone know what you meant to all of us - I gave my whole heart in your Eulogy - you were my strength today - I love you with all my heart, my big brother - I am so proud to be your sister.
October 29, 2015
Gary... the Polish Prince... He always made us laugh he was the life of the party!!.. great memories of comparing Polish recipes,hosting great Buffalo Bills bus trips, casino trips and Culver Lanes reunions!! Gary will be fondly remembered in our hearts always... Love Greg and Mary DeLorme
October 29, 2015
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Walczak, Laurie and Michael,
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Any time we saw him he was always smiling and full of laughter, that's how we'll remember him. He was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Scott Mullens and Kelly Smith
Kathe Militello
October 29, 2015
Laurie and Family,
I cannot express how sorry I am for your great loss. Laurie-I remember you talking about him when we worked together and how close you both were. You and Yours are in my thoughts and prayers.
Stockwell
October 29, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Our family will miss Gary
And his friendship
Annette Markajani
October 29, 2015
So sorry Margaret and family to hear about Gary. He was a great guy and such a good friend to my dad and brother. I always will remember coming to the Rooster with my family and enjoying his delicious dishes he prepared. Those fond memories I will always cherish. RIP Gary.
Joe Ugino
October 29, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Sincerest condolences.
dan kinsella
October 28, 2015
Mr&Mrs.Walzak, Mike and Lori.
It is with a heavy heart that we would like to extend our deepest sympathys.Gary will always be with us all, his laughter, love of friends and life and enormous giving heart to anyone who was blessed to know him.
Mr.&Mrs.Walzak
Thank you for raising such a son
Who is truly the Best of the Best.
We will all miss Gary dearly.
With all our Love and Prayers
Dan & Sue Kinsella
&Family
Valerie King
October 28, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss. We worked together at Stoney's quite some time ago. He will be missed.
Pamela Gordon
October 28, 2015
Your light will shine forever now. The love you shared will be with us always. Memories will keep us at times of missing you. You were the best of the best. I will always see your smiling face. Love you, Gary
Dixon Family
October 28, 2015
Sorry for your loss
KEVIN ROGERS
October 28, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Gary was good man.
Bill MacMaster
October 28, 2015
You will be dearly missed by all . Your generosity and kindness touched all of us . To know you was to love you ! Your humor and sharp wit will keep you in our memories forever . " Not to mention the fabulous meals you prepared for us "
Rest in peace , Love uncle Bill
Laurie Colangelo
October 28, 2015
My Precious Brother:
Thank you for sharing your love and life with all of us - we are all blessed to have known and loved you - I will miss you everyday and know that heaven is having a wonderful party filled with love, laughter, great food, and polkas!
My love forever, your baby "sisser", Laurie
Sue Lehman
October 28, 2015
Margaret and family: Gary was a very special person and will be missed by all. He fought a long and hard battle. He is at peace now. He will always be with you.
October 28, 2015
Oh Dear Margaret, and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. God rest his Soul. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Linda R.
Laurie Ziegler
October 28, 2015
Thank you for being my friend! I will miss you. RIP Gary
October 28, 2015
Well you made your trip to the casino, whether you won or lost, you were a winner in life. Touching so many people with your kindness
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