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Alex Chmielinski Obituary

Chmielinski, Alex R. Passed away peacefully on Monday, May 27, 2019 at the age of 97. Loving husband of the late Alice L. (nee Zwicke). Beloved father to Karen (the late Michael) Smith, Ellen (Clyde) Gestl and the late Michael Chmielinski. Dear grandfather to Glen (Kelly) Smith, Alan (Caroline) Smith, Adam (Melissa) Smith, Mark (Missi) Smith, James (Carol Chaparas) Gestl and Matthew (Christine) Gestl. Also survived by 12 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his brothers; Stanley, Eddie, Albin, sisters; Regina, Hattie, Joan and his special friend Shirley Garbish. Visitation at Divine Mercy Parish (800 Marquette Ave, South Milwaukee) on Friday, May 31 from 9:30 to 11 AM with Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Entombment Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. Special thanks to the staff at Maple Ridge Health Services and Vitas Hospice for their loving care of Alex.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 29, 2019.

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Uncle Alex was one of a kind. Loved him so much. We have great memories of him. He is in our prayers.
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9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Divine Mercy Parish

800 Marquette Ave,, South Milwaukee, WI

May

31

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Divine Mercy Parish

800 Marquette Ave, South Milwaukee, WI

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