Thomas J Pavelec

Tom Pavelec died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. A 52- year resident of Hyde Park, Tom was a Research Scientist with Continental Container Plastics Research, retiring after 35 years. In retirement, he pursued his passion for real estate, opening TP Management in 1992. Tom loved skiing, biking, gardening, running and anything active. A true Chicago fan, his devotion to the White Sox, the Bears and Chicago architecture was legendary. Forever a kid at heart, he believed chocolate was a food group, playing hooky was a rite a passage, and parties and dancing were essential to life. Eating, drinking and traveling brought him immense joy – especially visits to his favorite city in the world, Paris, France. His love of the arts shone through his support of the Opera, Symphony and Theater, passions he proudly passed down to his children. Tom was also a devoted member of the Old Neighborhood Italian American Club. He is survived by his wife, Georgene his daughter Gigi (Joe) DaDan and Bill (Peg) Pavelec. He has four grandchildren, Lily and Will Pavelec and Annie and Joey DaDan.

Visitation will be held on Thursday; December 4th from 3:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. at Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home 544 West 31st St. (Chicago). Funeral will be held on Friday; December 5th Please meet at St. Thomas the Apostle Church 5472 S. Kimbark Ave. (Chicago) church doors open at 9:45 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery