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Joseph E. Gogolak
MUNSTER, IN - Joseph E. Gogolak, age 71, of Munster, passed away Sunday, February 10, 2019. Survived by loving wife: Christine Gogolak (Dravet); son: Joseph B. Gogolak; daughter: Justine (Robert) Leary; grandsons: Jack and Reid Leary. Preceded in death by his parents: Joseph P. and Genevieve Gogolak.
Visitation will be held Saturday, February 16, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and service will be held on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. both at BURNS-KISH FUNERAL HOME, 8415 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN. Joseph will be laid to rest at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville with a private ceremony. Joseph was a graduate of St. Bede Academy '65, and Purdue University '68 and '70. He was a proud founding member Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity PUC Chapter (Beta Hexagon). Joseph was employed at US Steel, Electricians Union Local 134 and Chicago Water Reclamation. He also was the owner of a Phillips 66 gas station and Gogolaks Engraving. Joseph served two years active and 20 years in the reserves with the U.S. Navy and received numerous commendations to include a National Defense Service Medal and a Vietnam Service Medal. He will be dearly missed by loving family and friends. Please visit us at www.burnskish.com.
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Michael York
February 16, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sam Sistovaris
February 16, 2019
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Having worked with Joe, he was a good man and I know he will be missed.
Bill Eck
February 15, 2019
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Joe. I am proud to say he was my Friend and Brother (PSK).
Richard Davis
February 15, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers will be for your family
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Tyson Blake
February 14, 2019
So very sorry for your loss! Keeping your family in my thoughts at this time. God bless
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