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John Chrusciel Obituary
John Chrusciel, age 68, of Valparaiso passed away Sunday, September 29, 2013. He was born on March 4, 1945 in Chicago, IL to the late Albert and Helen Chrusciel. John worked as a welder and service press mechanic until he retired in 2009. On March 11, 2006 in Valparaiso, John married Theodora “Teddy” Prieto who survives along with his four children: Kim Phillips of Springhill, FL, Kelly (Danny) Chupp of Middlebury, IN, John W. (Tiffany) Chrusciel of Greenville, SC, and Sherri (Gregg) Elliott of Greenwood, IN; two stepsons: Ike (Christina) Prieto, Jr. of Valparaiso and John Prieto of Grayslake, IL; eight grandchildren: Alyse Chupp, Cara Chrusciel, Malea and Miranda Kalina, Blake Phillips, Aaron, Misty and Garrett Elliott; three step grandchildren: Dorian, Kylie, and Kayden Prieto; two brothers: Joe (Sue) Chrusciel and Ed (Pat) Chrusciel; three sisters: Mary (Bob) Furgal, Sister Eymard Chrusciel, and Sister Phyllis Chrusciel; and many other family members and close friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sharon; and grandson, Greg Chupp. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, October 7, 2013 at 10:00 AM directly at St. Paul Catholic Church, 1855 Harrison Blvd., Valparaiso with Fr. Michael Hoffman officiating. Burial will follow at Angelcrest Cemetery, Valparaiso. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00-4:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 3:30 PM all at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Road, Valparaiso, IN. moellerfuneralhome.com
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Mary "Esther" Dulla
October 6, 2013
I spent a lot of time as a young girl at the Chrusciel's, hanging out with Kim. All of us were always laughing & having fun! I'll always remember your dad as happy & funny;-) Rest in peace Mr. Chrusciel
October 4, 2013
We were saddened to hear of Johnny's passing. He was one of 23 cousins on the
Chrusciel side of our family tree.
Our hearts go out to his family. We will always remember how kind he was to
Aunt Anna and Uncle John Zelek.
Charlotte (nee: Chrusciel)
and Tony Hrubes, La Grange Park, IL
October 3, 2013
Uncle John - Heaven now has another angel who will lighten up the place with his smile and humor! Love, your goddaughter, Darlene and the Kokotan's
kelly chupp
October 3, 2013
To my dad.....The times that we have gotten to spend together were amazing. You brought laughter and joy into my heart. You were such a good dad to me. Your humor shined upon us all, and your smile brightened up the room. I am going to miss you dad sooooo much. Let God take care of you now and let the angels surround you with lots of love. R.I.P. DAD I love you
Phyllis Hewlett
October 2, 2013
Teddy my dear friend....You are always in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of you!
antonio uribe
October 2, 2013
What sad news you were a good neighbor& very respectful you will be missed.
Chris Grennes
October 2, 2013
Teddy, I am so sorry to read about John's passing. May God grant you peace during this difficult time.
Miranda Kalina
October 2, 2013
I'll miss you sooo much Grandpa! :'( I love you and hope that you're having a blast in heaven with dad, Greg, and Grandma! <3
October 2, 2013
We had a lot of good times John. A lot of memories too look back on.We will miss you so much. What a great guy!! LOVE YOU Pat and Ed
October 2, 2013
An exceptional guy who will be missed by all those who knew him. Grandpa C and Aunt B
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