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David Nowaczyk Obituary
Sergeant David P. Nowaczyk, age 32, of Dyer, IN passed away April 15, 2012 in Kunar Province, Afghanistan. He is survived by his wife: Rachel; one daughter: Kilery; step-son, Conner Reese; his parents: Andrew (Patti) Nowaczyk of Dyer; maternal grandmother, Delilah Weddington; one sister, Megan Smart; a niece, Abby; and nephew; Aiden. Funeral services will be conducted by McCoy Funeral Chapel, Hammond, Wednesday May 2, 2012 directly from St. Thomas More Church, 8501 Calumet Ave., Munster, IN, Mass at 10:00 AM with Rev. Michael J. Yadron officiating. Interment, Memory Lanes Memorial Gardens, Schererville, IN. Friends may meet with his family Tuesday, May 1, 2012 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at the church. David was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, CO. He was awarded two Bronze Star medals for bravery and a Purple Heart. He was a fan of the White Sox, Chicago Bears, and Blackhawks, enjoyed golf and scuba diving. A member of McKinley Lodge #712 F.&A.M., Schererville, IN (graveside services), and Orak Shrine Temple for Children, Michigan City, IN. David graduated from Lake Central High School, in 1997. An expression of sympathy may be given in the name of David Nowaczyk Memorial Fund at any BMO Harris Bank in lieu of flowers. "He gave the greatest sacrifice he could for people he didn't even know."
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Memories and Condolences
for David Nowaczyk
Charlie Gili
March 26, 2019
Hello,
We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of David Nowaczyk US Army Staff Sergeant.
We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community, their families, friends and others who support our mission.
We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of our US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Peggy Childers
March 12, 2013
To the family of Staff Sgt. David P. Nowaczyk:
David gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Linda Fittje
November 19, 2012
To the family, friends, and fellow soldiers of SSgt Nowaczyk,
You continue to be part of our daily prayers. May God be with you during your holiday season and may the strength that David showed for our country continue to be with you today.
Brian Sproul
July 6, 2012
I miss you bro!! I remember when you first got to Drum and we would hang out everyday in your room watching UFC and having parties at my house. I remember counting down the days till we left for your first tour in Afghan.. I love you bro.
Mark Johnson
June 8, 2012
Hey Boss,
I miss the hell out of ya and wish you were still here. Just wanted to say you were the best leader I served under and will never forget.
SGT Mark Johnson
MacDaniel
May 13, 2012
I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. David will never be forgotten.
For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
For those missing in action;
for those who didn't make it home.
I know you're in God's presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.
I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you .
I Salute You.
Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
Colonie, NY
SGT. David M. Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq
Michael Bressler
May 10, 2012
Your whole family is, and has been, in our prayers. May God bless and comfort you all and may God bless David. Mike, Claudia, & Baby Sofia Bressler
Ed Hearn
May 3, 2012
My deepest sympathy for your loss,Your son was a hero to all those who knew him and all others as well.
Delilah Weddington
May 3, 2012
My Dear Grandson, We will never forget you Our hearts are broken, buy you have made us so proud.
Art and Fran Staniec
May 2, 2012
Rachael and family...there are no words to express our gratitude for Dave's service and sacrifice. May God wrap his arms around you and your family. We are praying for you.
Kevin and Nancy MacFarland
May 2, 2012
Andrew, Patti, Megan,Rachael, Connor, Kiley,Family and Friends, We love you and thank you for sharing Dave with us.We are here for you anytime you need us. Kevin and Nancy MacFarland
Richard Blunt
May 2, 2012
So sorry for your loss Andy. Your son is a true hero. I am proud that their are people like him who are willing to do their job regardless of the cost. God bless him and his family.
Gail Dodson
May 2, 2012
To the Nowaczyk Family......deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear soldier. My son also served in Afghanistan in 2006...we are all family. Thank you for raising a hero and sharing him with our country. May God comfort and keep you in the days to come.
May 2, 2012
God has called another angel to his side. We will be thinking about you Andrew, Patti, Rachel, Megan, kiley ad connor and all his aunts, uncles cousins and friends.
Love your family in Ireland
Joe and Gina Vicari
May 2, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to all loved ones. May God help you find comfort in this time of great sadness. He will always be in your hearts and minds.
Thank you Staff Sgt. Nowaczyk for your service.
Isabel Escobedo
May 1, 2012
Please Accept our Deepest sympathy for the loss of you Husband, Son, Brother & Father. He is a Hero to all of us and because of him we continue to live on. God Bless you Sgt David, may you rest in Peace. God Bless his Wife and Family.
David and Kim Foy
April 30, 2012
The Angels soar high for you and your family in rememberence that you have given what so many remain selfish with, Life. God be with your family, resting lightly in their hearts and keeping you deep in their souls.
Sharon
April 30, 2012
A brave hero! Thank you! My prayers are with you and your family!
Sharon Trgovich (Flossmoor, Illinois)
Shari Jepson
April 30, 2012
Thank you for your service and your bravery. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. You've touched the lives of so many people that don't know you personally - a wonderful legacy for your family for generations to come. </3
Dawn Pierzchalski
April 30, 2012
You gave all. Thank you for serving. My prayers and thoughts with your family and friends. Rest well.
Micael O'Kelly
April 30, 2012
R I P David.The thoughts and prayers of my family and I are with you and your family.
Tami
April 30, 2012
A true hero that will be missed. We are so proud of you.
Amanda, Aiden, and Abby Kallen
April 30, 2012
Rachel and family, you will be our thoughts and prayers thru the next few days. We are so sorry for your loss.
Lynne Neibert
April 30, 2012
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son, husband and father's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Kathy & Don Hamm
April 29, 2012
We salute your Veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved ones service to our country. David is the true meaning of a Hero.
patti witucki
April 29, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Renee MacFarland
April 29, 2012
We miss you sooooooo much Dave!
Kelly
April 28, 2012
To my cousins...May God give you strength.
April 28, 2012
"Our deepest condolences."
Charlie and Heidi Reichert (Marana. AZ)
April 28, 2012
May God Bless, you all in your loss.
Hammond E.M.A.Members, Chief George Shropshire..
Dale Ready
April 27, 2012
Please accept my condolences on your loss and America's loss of another defender of our freedom. May God keep his arms around all who grieve. Our brother is now at rest and we must leave him in God's hands.
We must wait until evening to see how splendid the day has been.
Dale Ready Senior Ride Captain
Indiana Patriot Guard Northwest District
American Veterans Motorcycle Riders Assc'
82nd ABN / Ranger, Fort Bragg, N.C.
Combat Medic Vietnam 1962
American Legion Post 96
Regina Michalski
April 27, 2012
Dave was such a great guy that could always make you laugh. My deepest sympathies to his family.
April 27, 2012
Rest in Peace Solider. May your family find peace as the days go by.
Sue Golab
April 27, 2012
David, you're a hero to everyone!
April 27, 2012
Galatians 6:9 (New International Version)
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
May God Bless the family of a true Hero!
P. J. Adams
April 27, 2012
To the Nowaczyk family, There is nothing that I can say that will take your pain away. Sleep well, my infantry brother; we do because of your service and sacrifice. "He answered the call, of himself gave his all, and a part of America died."
Olivia & Scott Mitchell
April 27, 2012
My Brother, May God bring you peace, your family and friends. It was a true honor for me to have participated in your search for more light. You have touched so many souls and have demonstrated what it truly means to give all for our Country. God Bless you, your Family, your Friends, all Military and most of all, our entire world and all peoples. Liv and I send our love and prayers.
April 27, 2012
Sorry for your lose-treasure his memories
Cindy Wilson
April 25, 2012
Thank you for everything! Because of you I am free!!! I pray for you and your beautiful family. God will be there waiting for you.
Your wonderful Husband, Daddy, Son, Brother, Grandson, Nephew, Cousin and Friend will be waiting for all of you with open arms.
April 22, 2012
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. God bless SSG Nowaczyk and his family. You will not be forgotten. Our son is also a member of Ft. Carsons 2-12 and is deeply saddened.
Sylvia Kronenwetter
April 20, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathy
for the loss of your loved one and
Hero David, and my sincerest
gratitude for his service.
God Bless you Staff Sgt. David P.
Nowaczyk...you will not be forgotten.
April 19, 2012
My sincerest sympathies to Dave's family and friends. May his daughter grow up with such pride to have a daddy like him that fought for her! The Region thanks you Dave!
God's Speed Noble
Tim Hansford
April 19, 2012
Betsy Johnson
April 19, 2012
I am truly sorry for your loss of a son and husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a hero and a true solider.
Betsy Johnson/Builders Bank,Chicago IL
April 19, 2012
We are truly sorry for the Loss of you son and husband David. Our sincerest condolences to your entire family, David truly is a hero and forever will be remembered for his valor.
Tony, Jean and Mya Hamblet
April 18, 2012
Our family is so sorry for your loss.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
The Kirton Family
Army CPL Brandon Kirton
KIA 5/18/11 - Afghanistan
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