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Paula Malczewski Obituary
Paula Marie (nee Cortez) Malczewski
Feb. 7, 1955 - May 1, 2021
CROWN POINT, IN - Paula Marie (nee Cortez) Malczewski, age 66, passed away on May 1, 2021 at her residence in Crown Point, IN surrounded by her family following a long battle with gallbladder cancer.
Paula was born on February 7, 1955 to late Virginia and Fernando Cortez in Chicago, IL. Paula grew up in Rogers Park, she graduated from Sullivan High School, received a nursing degree from Michael Reese Hospital and met the love of her life, Michael, at Loyola University Med Center.
Paula enjoyed music, art, theater and was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears. Paula loved traveling to Naples, FL every year during the winter to enjoy the warm weather. She especially loved spending time tending to her plants in her gardens and greenhouse. She was an active supporter of the Chicago Botanic Gardens and Naples Botanical Gardens.
Paula leaves behind her beloved husband of 33 years, Dr. Michael Craig Malczewski; daughters: Samantha Tobias, Mallory (Rudy) Malczewski Garza and Jessica Malczewski; sisters: Renee (David Wilts) Cortez and Lynette (Lewis Schiff) Cortez. She will be missed immensely and loved eternally.
Visitation will take place on Friday, May 7, 2021 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 10101 Broadway, Crown Point, IN. www.burnsfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paula Malczewski
A Friend
February 20, 2022
I just found out about this tonight but wanted to say how sorry I was and wish I could express how much this woman impacted my life. A beautiful soul who I still think of daily & will continue to think of. Someone who accepted me as family and loved me dearly when I needed it most. I´m sorry to Sam, Mal, Jess & Mike and wish I knew earlier. I can still hear her beautiful voice & will use her legacy as a reminder of how people should be treated. I love you Paula. Thank you for always being so nice to me.
Rob Brunk
May 25, 2021
Mike,
I just found out about Paula passing, Julie and I send our love and prayers to you and your family.
Vernon & Terri Richards
May 15, 2021
So sorry to hear of your loss...may God´s grace be with you during this difficult time.
John and Teresa Vazquez
May 8, 2021
God Bless your soul, Paula. Rest in His arms.
Dr Malczewski you are forever on our hearts and always in our prayers.
Teresa
Kathy Gengo
May 6, 2021
My sincere condolences to your family.
Paula was a wonderful person. She will be missed.
Therese Curtis
May 5, 2021
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Paula was always so sweet and kind. I was fortunate to work with her at St. Anthony Hospital. She will truely be missed. I know she is in heaven. Now, she is an angel looking out for you and your family. My prayers are with you to get through this difficult time.
Kevin Cessna
May 5, 2021
Mike, my deepest sympathies on your wife's passing. Peace to you and your family at this time.
Donna A Brown
May 5, 2021
Praying for all the family of Paula.
LCHD
SusanPetro Zemen@ Highway
May 5, 2021
My thoughts and Prayers are with your family. A Specail angel has arrived and will be by you side always.
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