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Chester A. "Chet" Zurawik Sr.

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Chester Zurawik Obituary

Zurawik, Chester A. Sr. "Chet" Longtime resident of West Allis. Passed to Eternal Life Saturday, April 30, 2011, age 89 years. Dear husband of the late Anne (nee Babich). Beloved father of Chet Jr. (Judy), David (Chris), Jack (Lisa) Zurawik and Stacey (Matt) May. Loving grandfather of Daniel (Sherry), Jason (Jessie), Alexandra and Joseph Zurawik and Zachary and Anya May. Dear great-grandfather of Ty, Trey and Sydney Zurawik. Dearest friend of Rose Chepek. Brother of Harry Zurawik. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday 11AM at St. Aloysius Church (1405 S 92nd St). In state at the Funeral Home Friday 5PM - 7PM and Saturday at the Church 10AM until time of Mass. Retired employee of the City of West Allis and former employee of Harnischfeger. Member of H.A. Todd Post #537, Slovenian Retirees, S.W.U. #43. Chet played 55 years with various bands, most notably 25 years with the Louis Bashell Band, and many other local well-known local Polka bands. He was a devoted Catholic and volunteered at the Veterans Administration.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 4, 2011.

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Dan and Holly Barnish and family

July 2, 2025

Chet was a loyal hockey fan and did not like to miss his grandkids´ games (even through a bad snow storm in Beaver Dam). We feel blessed to have known him. Our deepest condolences Judy, Dan, and Jason and family.

May 15, 2011

Just arrived home from vacation last night, May 15.
We were shocked at the terrible news of Chet`s passing.
In the 20 years that Chet was with our band,he was not only a fabulous musician and vocalist,
but also one of my very best friends. The memories will last forever.
RIP Chet.

Don Fleury & Betty

May 13, 2011

Dear David Zurawik and Family,

Deepest condolences on the loss of your father. Prayers of comfort to you and your family at this time.

Sherry & Mike Tellitocci and girls (Zanesville, Ohio)

May 13, 2011

Dear David Zurawik and Family,

Deepest condolences on the passing of your father. Prayers of comfort to you and your family.

Sherry & Mike Tellitocci and girls (Zanesville, Ohio)

Donnie & Irene Smith

May 13, 2011

To David Zurawik and family. Very sorry for your loss at this time. Our family will keep you in our prayers.

Karen Brown

May 11, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to his family and many friends.

Marguerite and Donald Brown, Sr. & Family
Retired City of West Allis

Chet & The Boys In The Band, The Melody Bar

Bill Rochon

May 9, 2011

So sorry to hear of Chet's Passing. A great Musician and a very nice person. Chet was a big asset to our band. He will be deeply missed. My deepest sympathy.

Bill Rochon & Karen

Lynette Gerke

May 5, 2011

I spent a brief period of time with Chet and have good memories of his perseverance and upbeat attitude. A very neat guy!

May 5, 2011

So sorry to hear of Chet's Passing. A great Musician and a nice person. My deepest sympathy.
Hank Thunander
St. Paul, Mn

Johnny Balogh

May 4, 2011

I'll always remember my friend and fellow musician. We had some great times together. Till we meet again.

May 4, 2011

My sincere condolences to all of Chets loved ones. It was always a pleasure to be with him and see his smiling and happy face and show his love for all.
Frank Charles
Naples, Fl.

May 4, 2011

May 4th 2011

My deepest sympathy to the entire family. MY husband John Drozdjibob (Johnnie Droz)
played with the Louie Bashell band for 10 Years. John passed January 26, 2011. They are all together and can you just imagine the music their making.

Marie Drozdjibob

Dick & Jo Ann Smith

May 4, 2011

I'm going to miss a great friend and bed partner when we were on the road with the Bill Rochon Band. When we were in Michigan we were the co -authors of the "Grand Haven Waltz". Our deepest condolences to the family.

Dick Smith (drummer) and Jo Ann

Dave Stolowski

May 4, 2011

My sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family.

Dan Skalecki

May 4, 2011

My sincere sympathy to Buzz, Dave, Jack, Stacy, and the rest of your family. I have many fond memories of your Dad and was so sorry to learn of his passing.

Jerry & Ginny Smeiska

May 4, 2011

We have lost another legend of the Milwaukee music scene. Our condolences to family and friends from Jerry and Ginny Smeiska of the Milwaukee Accordion Club.

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