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Donald Pelczynski Obituary

Pelczynski, Donald J. Found peace with the Lord, Monday, January 11, 2010, age 50, of Mequon. Loving husband of Karen (nee Graff). Proud father and number one dad to Ashley and Austin. Son of Judy Szczygiel and Donald L. Pelczynski. Beloved son-in-law of Doris Graff. Dear stepson of Richard Szczygiel. Fond brother of Suzie Collins (Steve) and Jodi Johnson (Joel). Treasured brother -in-law of Nancy Penner, Diane Morris and Steve Graff. Special uncle of Sean Penner, Kelly Morris, Julia, AJ and Tommy Graff, Holly and Kimberly Johnson. Also loved by other relatives and friends. He will be missed by all that knew him. Donny will be most remembered for his love of his family and friends, his sense of humor and his endless stories and chatter. He loved spending time maintaining the family backyard, coffee with the guys, conversation with friends and new acquaintances and fishing with the kids. Donny was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 139 for over 20 years and employed by Sunny Slope Grading of New Berlin. Funeral Mass Saturday, January 16, 10 AM at Lumen Christi Catholic Church, 138 W. Buntrock Ave., Thiensville. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Mequon, WI. Visitation Friday, January 15, 3-7 PM at the Funeral Home with a Prayer Service at 7 PM. Visitation also Saturday at the Church from 9 AM until time of Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family for the children's education would be appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2010.

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January 29, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers have been with you during this difficult time. May it comfort you to know that Luke has been supportive to Austin throughout.

The Neusen family.

Diane (Buschbaum) Moraza

January 19, 2010

Dear Pelczynski Family; I just wish to express my sympathy to all of you. I am the former 97th St. neighbor of the family. Donny, Suzi, & I were class & play mates. In fact, Donny & I were on the tv show Romper Room in the 1960's. I have many good memories of our growing up days. I am very sorry for your loss & hope you find comfort in the days ahead knowing our Dear Lord is holding you close. Blessings to you all.

January 19, 2010

Dear Karen and Family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this hard time. May God bless you all.

Donna Habermann

January 17, 2010

Dear Karen, Ashley and Austin - We are traveling and heard about Don. I cannot tell you how sad, shocked and so very sorry we were not there to express our sorrow. Don always had a smile and a few words to share - we will always remember him for that. We will be praying for you.

Kathy, Don & Alex Rockow

Gary Jacobs

January 16, 2010

I knew Don from our days at Homestead High School. He was a great guy and always fun to be around. After my wife and I moved to Texas, we lost touch with him.

A couple of years back, some friends and I ran into Don over at the American Legion and we had a great time. Don was proud of his family and his work and was very optimistic.

I am grateful for that last memory of him and wish comfort for his family and friends.

Laura Borzych-Dyken

January 16, 2010

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

Shar Wucherer/Pace

January 16, 2010

Dear Pelczynsky Family, I was shocked and saddened to hear about Donnie. I have known him for over 20 years when everyone used to go to Pipers for breakfast. He used to bring in Ashley and Austin as babies and everyone was in awe of what a great and proud dad he was.He always was smiling. I just saw him a few weeks ago and we talked for a few minutes. Donnie never had a bad word to say about anyone.He will be saddly missed by many people, I will miss him waving as he passed our house on Freistadt rd, . There are no words to ease your pain, just know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you ,May God bless you and help you through this,

Janine & Carl Baumann

January 15, 2010

Karen, Ashley & Austin,

Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies to your family during this very sorrowful time. I remember Don as a very outgoing and talkative individual. He always had something interesting and entertaining to share. He will be sorely missed. I will keep your family in my prayers and hope that time will heal. Take care.

Paula Stolzenfeld

January 15, 2010

Judy, Jodi, Joel & rest of the family,
My deepest heartfelt sympathies go out to you all at your recent loss. It's been years since i saw you 3 last time would be at Evangel years ago where Jodi & Joel met. i also just let Anne Wessel Malig know via Facebook since Jodi & Anne were such great friends. i'm so very sorry again for your loss.

January 15, 2010

Dear Karen, Ashley and Austin,
My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and dad. I pray that you are comforted in knowing that he is at peace, and by the love and support of your family and friends.
With our thoughts and prayers,
Maura West and family

Laurie Yingling

January 15, 2010

Dear Karen, Ashley and Austin - We will keep you in our prayers. We would truly look forward to seeing your dad when he came to St Cecilia's - he always had a nice smile and was so positive. Such a very nice man! Find peace in the knowledge that he is in a better place. Laurie and Emily Yingling

Roz Henderson

January 15, 2010

My heart and prayers are with you and all of your family. This was such a shocking and untimely loss, my deepest condolences.
Roz (Christian & Joshua's Bubbe)

January 15, 2010

Austin, Karen, and Ashley,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you . You will always have the love of your father and husband. May that love, and all the happy memories, help you through this.

God bless you and keep you,
Nick Orfield, Kevin and Lynda, and family

January 14, 2010

Karen, Ashley and Austin, we are so sorry for your loss. Don was one of those people that always put a smile on my face. Funny and kind is what I will always think of when I think of him.
Your entire family is in our prayers.
Megan McCormick

January 14, 2010

Dear Austin, Karen & Ashley,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your father will be missed. I know he will be watching over you & he will be in your hearts forever.

God Bless,
The Henry Family
Mark Patti Max Jaynie & Gavin

Darrell Blair

January 14, 2010

Karen, Ashley, and Austin:

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the wonderful memories together.

I am truly sorry for your loss.
May God bless you.

January 14, 2010

Karen, my prayers are with you and your children at this time. I'm really sorry for your loss.

Ann Currie

Mitch Braverman

January 14, 2010

Karen, Ashley, and Austin:

Our hearts go out to you during this trying time. Don was a wonderful man that our entire family thought the world of! His magnetic personality will truly be missed. The Bible says that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! We pray that Don is at peace. Don touched many lives in a great way. He was a wonderful man that brought a smile to many. He will truly be missed!!

Our family is there for you in what ever capacity you need. May the peace of God be with you!

Mitch, Janette, Christian, and Joshua Braverman

Kerry Treul

January 14, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Kristy Pelczynski-santos

January 14, 2010

Pelczynski Family

Donny was my cousin I didn't see very much, but I remember him to be a very nice guy and he told very funny stories. I am sorry for your loss.

rebecca jahn

January 14, 2010

My thought's and prayers are with your entire family. Don was always a pleasure and will be missed. God be with you during this hard time.

January 14, 2010

Karen, Ashley and Austin....we are so very sorry for your loss. Don was a wonderful man with a tremendous sense of humor and warmth. His love for you was ever present. He will be greatly missed. As difficult as this is now, we hope your hearts will find peace soon. Carla and Barry Gallas & family (Mequon)

Mary Ramsay-Drow

January 14, 2010

Karen: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the loss of your husband. May the joy he brought to your lives keep you strong during this difficult time.

John Tews

January 14, 2010

Karen, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss.

Judy Shaw

January 14, 2010

Karen, Ashley and Austin,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Remember the laughs and the good times you had.

Judy and Jerry Shaw

Janet Block

January 14, 2010

Karen, Ash, & Austin,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Daddy/husband. My heart aches for your family. In this horrible time of loss remember to keep your faith and ask God to help guide you thru this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. As I read the notice I began to cry for you Ash and Austin for I lost my mom when I was a teenager and she was 49. If there is anything I can do for you please don't hesitate to call me. Big hugs to all and I love ya Ash and miss ya!!

God's Blessings,
Janet Block, Mequon

Dean and Peggy Schoessow

January 14, 2010

KAREN and FAMILY: Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of Don. You are great neighbors and Don's friendly wave will be sorely missed by all.

January 14, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time, I am really sorry for your loss.
Jeff & Linda Schaefer

Carey & Steph Dentice

January 14, 2010

Karen, we are so sorry for your loss and offer our deapest condolences. Although I had met Don on only a few occasions, I had enjoyed his conversation and quick wit. The time we spent in China was a memorable experience that still makes me smile. God bless to you and your family.

Ed Movall

January 14, 2010

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

January 14, 2010

To the family, love from Carrie and Chip Bence

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