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Phyllis Kordecki Obituary
Phyllis Lou Kordecki
July 22, 1945 - Feb. 23, 2024
HANOVER PARK, IL - Phyllis Lou Kordecki was born into this world on July 22, 1945 to Lou and Ella Hartnek in Kenosha, WI and peacefully passed away on February 23, 2024.
A sassy woman with a low tolerance for those with low character, Phyllis never missed an opportunity to make a witty comment. If she liked you, you knew it, but you also knew if you fell from grace; you definitely were not going to get socks that Christmas.
She fought two types of cancer like a heavy-weight champion dressed in a satin Kaftan, always regal and forever commanding the room. Cancer may have bested her body but it never diminished her fiery spirit.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her uncle, Phil Sander. She leaves behind a part-time fisherman and full-time husband, Pete Kordecki, (whom she could always out-fish!); and their two daughters: Karen (Ken) Nehiley and Kristen (hopelessly single) to fight over who gets the mantle clock; and her older brother, Hank (Dee) Hartnek of Tucson, AZ.
She was grateful to her medical team for their care and their laughter as they shared in her dark-humored jokes. Her family gives thanks to her hospice team who ushered her on her way with great kindness and peace. She can finally rest, enjoy a cigarette and bottle of Barbancourt and sing Janis Joplin as loud as she damn well pleases.
A private memorial is planned at Simmons Island in Kenosha, WI and a party on Bow Channel in Sugar Loaf Key, FL.
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Tom Hartl
March 18, 2024
my condolences to an old friend Pete, lost my wife 20 years ago and know your hurt.
Tom Hartl
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David G Johnson
March 18, 2024
I'm deeply saddened by the loss of Phyllis Lou Kordecki, whose [78] years of life were a true blessing to me and all who knew her. Phyllis graced us with her presence until she peacefully passed away.
She faced life's challenges with unparalleled courage, even in her battle against cancer. Phyllis's spirited personality and sharp humor touched all who knew her, leaving a lasting impression.
My thoughts are with her husband Pete, daughters Karen and Kristen, and the entire family during this time of mourning. May fond memories of Phyllis bring you comfort and peace.
With heartfelt condolences,
David Johnson
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