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Louis Wejsa Obituary
Saddle Brook - Louis J. Wejsa, age 93, of Saddle Brook, NJ passed away on May 31, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Wejsa (nee Lippencott). Loving father to John Wejsa and his wife Cecilia, James Wejsa and his wife Sharon, Joan Pinnola and her husband Domenic and the late Lois Wejsa. Dear grandfather to James Read Venable and his wife Catherine, Christina Blundo and Husband Joe, the late Michael Wejsa, Shari Wejsa and her husband Michael Camp, Jennifer Wejsa, Daniel Pinnola and fiancée Alyssa Santamaria and Rebecca Wood and husband Nicholas and great-grandfather to Josetta Blundo, Clara Blundo, and Emerson Wejsa Camp. Louis is also survived by his companion Arlene Kovolisky.
Louis served honorably and faithfully as a member in the United States Navy during WWII.
Private funeral services will be held at Kugler Community Home For Funerals, 311 Fifth St. Saddle Brook, NJ on Friday June 5, 2020. Entombment in George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus, NJ.
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Louise & Jeff
May 29, 2022
Truly miss you Lou
Tom Demko
July 24, 2020
I spent many years coaching and watching ball games at Vandersande Field in Saddle Brook. Lou took great pride in maintaining that ballfield and worked tirelessly. Very few games were ever rained out because Lou was the best. An unsung hero of that baseball era in SB. RIP friend.
Joan Pinnola
June 9, 2020
For those of you who who got to know Louis J. Wejsa and be part of your life you are lucky. Count your blessings. My dad was a classy man ,old school with values you don't see anymore. He worked many long hours to provide our entire family. He had a soft place in his heart for animals that's were we all get it from. My dad use to say'" I spend more money on pet food then I do on groceries". He never refused any of us from bringing home pets. Our family vacations in the station wagon going to Michigan or Florida I will treasure. My children's sporting events I would pick him up and he enjoyed going to these events. Except cheer leading events said they were to noisy. When my dad was still driving he would come over to my house 3 to 4 times a week in the morning for coffee and a bagel. He was what I liked to call my coffee buddy. As he got older I would pick him up Saturday mornings we would run errands or just go sit in the park and just talk . This was our time to spend together and he would still tell me stories from the past. Our dad liked to tell stories. He use to say no matter how old I got I was his little girl. My heart is breaking and I will always love you Daddy, say hi to Mom.
Love Always and Forever Your Daughter,
Joan
James Wejsa
June 6, 2020
Louis J Wejsa was my dad. He was my father, my daddy and my friend. He was a good father. He worked so hard to provide for our family. Sometimes 3 jobs and he never complained. He left his senior year of high school in 1943 at the age of 17 to join the Navy and fight evil. He met my mom after the war and they were married. He was a good husband and father of 4 children.
He was a daddy to me. He always made me feel special. He went out of his way to do things to make me happy.
He was my friend. My dad would always do what he said he was going to do. We went on countless fishing and hunting trips. I loved our fishing trips to Kemah Lake and our hunting trips to the Kelly Farm. I learned so much from my dad. He would play catch with me. Practice my pitching and throw dozens of balls to me during our almost daily batting practice. He would do this sometimes before he would have to leave for his night shift at work.
I grew to respect and love my dad more as I became a father and realized what he had done to make our family work.
Over the last few years it was hard to watch whom I considered Superman, to start to get frail and lose his independent abilities. He never complained. It was so hard not being able to hold his hand, kiss him, hug him and spend time with him over these last two and a half months of the pandemic.
I will always love you daddy. You were and still are my best friend.
Your son,
Jim.
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Kris Coolican
June 6, 2020
Not only was Lou a great storyteller but he was also a great listener. He wanted to hear your stories.
He was a giver. For example, my mom loves that candy by Hanna K and Lou would bring it in for her. He liked to make people happy.
Whatever you needed hed look for it for you.
There arent many people like Lou. We will miss his kindness and friendship.
John Ottina Sr. & Jr., Arlene & Beth.
June 5, 2020
Both myself and my father met Lou and Jimmy when I was just 13 years old and playing Babe Ruth Baseball behind Coolidge School. I really got to know Lou when he met Mrs. Kov. We'd always have a chat at the family events. Lou was a good man, kind and loving. He will be sorely missed. Our condolences to both families.
Jeffrey Ludwig
June 5, 2020
I met Lou when I met my mother-in-law, Mrs. Kovolisky. They were inseparable. He was a thoughtful and kind man, always willing to offer help when needed. He enjoyed talking about baseball, telling stories and giving me advice on lawn care. He loved to fish and hunt when he was able. He had so many experiences in life and always had a story to tell. I am thankful that Lou was part of our lives. He will be missed by many and will always have a place in our hearts.
Sue Jacobson
June 5, 2020
I have known Lou for over 25 years - way back to when he would take care of the girls softball field behind Coolidge School. Every day he would line the field and put out the bases. He would also cut the grass with his push lawnmower. More recently I would see him with Mrs K and how happy they both were. My condolences to the Wejsa and Kovoliskys.
Anna Belli
June 4, 2020
I met Lou over 20 years ago and he immediately struck me as kind...
He would be at Mrs. Kovoliskys house doing the lawn, gutters, dishes, but most of all sitting at her side. He loved pleasing Mrs. K.
Lou will be in our hearts forever
Love ya Louie!
The Norellas
June 4, 2020
Please accept Our deepest condolences We knew Lou for a lot of years. We spent many days sitting listening to his life stories. My son and husband truly enjoyed his company as we all did. But he held a special place in their hearts. He will be truly missed.
Most sincerely
Fran Betty Fran Jr Nicole and Paige Norella
Peggy and Mark Hannan (ORourke)
June 4, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to the Wejsa and Kovolisky Families. How blessed you all are for having such a wonderful man in your lives, I know your many memories will ease your sadness.
Judy Thompson
June 4, 2020
I found this photo of Lou and Arlene at a Sarnoski family reunion, and wanted to share it.
Judy & Doug Thompson
June 4, 2020
Lou was a wonderful friend and companion to Arlene, and they shared many wonderful years together. They looked out for each other. He became part of Arlene's family and was well liked by everyone.
Naz and Mary Ellen Scrudato and Family
June 4, 2020
Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Wejsa and Kovolisky families. Lou was a kind and gentle man. He will be missed. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Michele and Joe
June 4, 2020
To the Wejsa and Kovolisky family, Lou was a gentleman, hard worker and a great storyteller. He had a story for everything. He will be missed by many.
Joanne Kovolisky
June 4, 2020
Lou entered our life 20+ years ago. He came as a friend and quickly became family. His life was an adventure, he shared many stories with our family detailing his time in service, fishing tales and stories of mischievous fun. Most of all Lou was kind. He shared a special bond with my mom. They didn't care what they were doing, as long as it was together. They loved going to Pennsylvania, whether they were cutting the lawn or going polka dancing....they had fun. Rest in peace Louie....love ya!!!!
Louise Ludwig
June 4, 2020
How did Lou come into the Kovoliskys family lives?
Well- yes its true-One day mom was cleaning her gutters while Lou was mowing the neighbors lawn. He came up to my mother and said I have a tool for that. Mom replied I dont need your tool. The next time Lou was in the neighborhood he dropped off home grown tomatoes! I believe my sister Joanne suggested they go on a date. Well over 25 years later their love and devotion to each other remained the same. Every Thursday to Monday they traveled to Carbondale, PA, near where mom grew up. Same routine-stop by moms sister Helen, then unpack Lous truck, Have lunch, Mow/ fertilize the lawn and work in the gardens. Nap at some point or do crossword puzzles and sudoku.
Saturday evenings Mom and Lou would be all dressed up and ready to go to a polka dance. Boy they had fun. Lou also enjoyed fishing with mom and with young Fran. Lous favorite baseball team was the Detroit Tigers. He would look up baseball standings every day and compare Detroit to mom and Aunt Helens team the Red Soxs and also to Jeff and my favorite team-NY Yankees.
Lou was a man of strength. He was funny and always told a good story. Someone would always reply what year was that?
My mothers heart is truly broken. Our entire family and friends will miss Lou dearly. I know Lou you were called to our heavenly Father on Sunday evening because at the time of your passing (8:10 pm) I was actually saying my daily prayer for you next to your garden Jeff and I named after you.
Though we cant see or touch Lou, he will be near and if you listen with your heart, youll hear all of his love around you. Live life everyone! Amen
Karen Chamberlain Former Saddle Brook Mayor
June 3, 2020
The best friend in the world anyone who is Blessed enough to have him in your life. Former Mayor Karen Chamberlain
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