William J Gniadek

William J Gniadek obituary, CHICAGO, IL

William J Gniadek

William Gniadek Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Central Chapel Funeral & Cremation Southwest on Feb. 17, 2026.
William J. Gnidak

73, lifelong Chicago resident, passed away February 11, 2026. Devoted father Jennifer Gnidak; cherished grandpa of Jalyssa, Jenelle, and Michael; loving brother of Thomas (Susan) Gniadek, Ann (late Robert) Kec, Karen (Norm) Stronczek, late Ronald (Arlene), late Walter (Pat), late Euguene (late Maryann); also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews.

Bill retired from the City of Chicago, Streets and Sanitation after 30 years of dedicated employment. He enjoyed a wide variety of food, pizza from Connies or Phils being his absolute favorite! He liked watching tv, especially his mystery shows, and was an avid Chicago White Sox fan. In his younger years was one of the City of Chicago's Ping Pong Champs.

Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes.

Please visit WILLIAM GNIDAK book of memories. To express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, visit http://WWW.CHAPELC.COM or FACEBOOK.COM/FUNERALMC. For information 773 268-0703or 773 581-9000.

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