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JAMES EDWARD KRISTEK FORMERLY OF WHITING, IN

James Edward Kristek, 50, of LaCrosse, WI, formerly of Whiting, IN, passed away June 15, 2011. "Jim" was the sixth of seven children born to parents Stephen M. Kristek and Harla J. Kristek. He was preceded in death by his father, Stephen. Jim is survived by his mother, Harla J. Kristek of Crown Point, IN, his wife of 20 years, Vicki Kristek of La Crosse, WI; his loving daughters: Jessica Kristek and Tyler Kristek, also of La Crosse, WI, and Heidi Kristek of Ellijay, GA . Jim was also the beloved brother of Stephen Kristek of Mountain Home, AR, Robert (Tina) Kristek of Valparaiso, IN, Michael (Pam) Kristek of Crown Point, IN, Jeanne (Paul) Fowler of Westville, IN, Joan (Ron) O’Drobinak of Ogden Dunes, IN, and Judy (Mark) Henricy of Crown Point, IN. He was a special uncle to numerous nieces and nephews as well. Jim truly enjoyed the outdoors, counting cycling with daughter Tyler, fishing with daughter Jessica, camping, and outdoor grilling as some of his favorite things to do. He was employed as an over-the-road truck driver for many years and served his country in the United States Navy. A private memorial service is being planned for the near future in Indiana. The Schumacher-Kish Funeral Home of La Crosse is assisting the family. Online condolences may be given at: www.schumacher-kish.com
Published by The Times on Jun. 19, 2011.

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Merida Hubbartt

June 24, 2011

To Kristek Family: So sad to hear about the passing of Jimmy. So many memories of such a wonderful family that lived two doors down
from me from the 60's to 70's. He will be dearly missed and never
forgotten. Merida Flores (Hubbartt). (Morris, Illinois).

Sue Pivovarnik Polak

June 22, 2011

Dear Kristek Family:

It sadens me to hear of the passing of Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole entire Kristek family. I have many joyous memories growing up with the family. Many hugs to all of you.

June 20, 2011

Mike & Family,

I was saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Peggy Wynkoop
Highland, IN

Bonnie Ubik (Bondra)

June 19, 2011

My thoughts & prayers go out to the whole Kristek family, I remember all of the good times we all had on the good old block of New York & 121st streets growing up. May all of your memories you hold dear to your hearts help you get through the next coming days & months.

Bonnie & Family

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