Matthew Richard Janicki

Matthew Richard Janicki obituary

Matthew Richard Janicki

Matthew Janicki Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hallowell & James Funeral Home - Countryside on Sep. 19, 2025.

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Matthew Richard Janicki, age 28, of Western Springs, passed away July 23, 2025. Beloved son of Kathy (nee Macis) and Rick Janicki. Loving brother of Michael, Alex, Zachary and Noah. Dear grandson of Richard T. and Janice Janicki & the late Karen Macis.

Matthew was a caring friend, a talented athlete, and a gifted registered nurse who worked in the Mount Sinai ICU and always put others above himself.

He was a dedicated dog parent to Tank, Piper, Knox, and especially Brown Dog. He will be deeply missed and always remembered.

Visitation 1 to 9pm Friday, August 1st at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Guests are invited to meet the family for 11am Mass on Saturday, August 2nd at St. John of the Cross Church, 5005 Wolf Road, Western Springs. Interment private. For Service Info: 708-352-6500

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