David Kadelak

DAVID KADELAK MERRILLVILLE, IN David Kadelak, age 72, peacefully passed away Friday, July 13, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife, Laura; child, Robert (Sherry) Kadelak; grandson, Robert Gonzalez; sister, Joan (Richard) Kadelak Brown; niece, Susan Dhoore; nephew, Rick Brown; great-nieces: Abby Dhoore, Riley Brown and Katie Brown; great-nephew, Matthew Dhoore; and many loving aunt, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents: Michael and Margaret Kadelak. David was born on May 14, 1940 to Michael and Margaret Kadelak of Gary, IN. He graduated from Tolleston High School in 1958. He worked for US Steel in the chemistry lab and BOP Shop for 42 years and retired on February 28, 2001. David was a past grand Knight and a proud member of the Knights of Columbus Good Shepherd Council # 10811. He was a Fourth Degree Knight. David produced and edited their monthly newsletter and particularly enjoyed assisting with the preparation and serving at the Knights dinners. David served in the Army in the Korean War. He belonged to Our Lady of Consolation in Merrillville. Since his retirement, he gave many hours of service to the Lincolnshire Health Care Center in Merrillville. David also volunteered at the St. Clare’s Kitchen in Cedar Lake. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 from 4:00-8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 7:00 PM at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel, 7535 Taft Street Merrillville, IN. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Consolation Church, 8303 Taft St., Merrillville with Rev. Peter Muha officiating. There will be a viewing at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. Interment to follow at Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville, IN. In Lieu of flowers, donations to St. Clare’s Soup Kitchen, 11000 W. 133rd Ave., Cedar Lake, IN 46303 appreciated. For information, call 219-736-5840. www.calumetparkfuneral chapel.com