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Walter Osika Obituary

WALTER OSIKA Gary, Indiana Age 83, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 1, 2005 with his loving family at his side. He was born June 12, 1922 to John and Victoria Osika. He married Margaret Harlock, February 10, 1945 at All Souls Church, Peterborough, England. Survived by: his wife of 60 years, Margaret; children, Dion (Teri) Osika of Los Angeles, Judy Osika, Linda Osika, Susan Nowlin, all of Griffith, Deborah Osika of Gary, Patrick (Diana) Osika of Flint, MI, Elizabeth (Gary) Sovich of Las Vegas, David Osika of Gary, Cynthia Osika of Michigan City, Anthony (Christina) Osika of Hobart, Laura Austin of Portage; 19 grandchildren; 4 great-grand-children; sister, Bernice Templeton of Lowell; and will watch over from above his expected triplet grandchildren, Allison, Brandon and Caitlyn. Walter was a member of Divine Providence Polish National Catholic Church, a graduate of Tolleston High School and was retired from Sears Roebuck & Co. in 1986. He proudly served his country in World War II in the Army Air Corps with the 749th Bomb Squadron, 457 Bomb Group, an 8th Army Air Corps Staff Sergeant and B-17 aircrew member. He was a recipient of a European Theater Ribbon with 6 Bronze Stars and an Air Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters. He was a Life Member of the 457th Bombardment Group and the 8th Air Force Historical Society, Inc.; the Goldfish Club (for surviving going "down in the drink" in an aircraft on May 24, 1944) and the Train Collectors Association. Friends may call at Pruzin Brothers Funeral Service, 6360 Broadway, Merrillville, Friday 2-8 p.m. Funeral services will be Saturday, November 5, 2005 from Pruzin Brothers Chapel at 9:30 a.m. and from Divine Providence Polish National Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. with Very Rev. Edward Meus officiating. At rest Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting donations be made in Mr. Osika's name to the Divine Providence Polish National Catholic Church Maintenance Fund.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Walter Osika

17 Entries

Sharon (Sha-Sha) Dixon-Batiste

November 7, 2005

Dear David,

Praying for you and your family that God will give will strengthen and sustain you during this time. May the peace of God surround and comfort you. Sincerely, Sharon

Mike Malone

November 7, 2005

Dion and family,

Your Father did his part to make the world a better place. We are all the better for his being here.

He has earned his rest.

Angela L. Smith

November 5, 2005

Dear David and Osika Family,

I am sorry for your loss. I wish you all comfort during this time of sorrow and warmth from fond memories of Mr. Osika.

Sharon Bencie

November 4, 2005

Dear Aunt Peggy and children,

Chuck and I were saddened to hear that our dear

Uncle Vodge had passed away. I feel so fortunate that I talked with him several times this past month. He was so special. Our sincere sympathy to you and the family. Love,

Sharon

Chuck and Mary Schauer

November 4, 2005

Although I never met Walter, I am privileged to know his son Dion and daughter-in-law Teri and heard many stories about his WWII exploits. Dion's stories about his father were always told with reverence and respect and I can tell he held him in high regard. If his son is any measure, I know Walter was a fine man and led a good life. Our sympathy to the Osika family.

Richard and Mary Osika

November 3, 2005

Our sincere sympathy to the entire Walter Osika family. We enjoyed visiting with Uncle Walter and Aunt Peggy four years ago.

Marty Black

November 3, 2005

I have heard Dion (and Teri) speak many, many times of their pride and love of Mr. Osika, his life and his accomplishments. May those warm, happy memories be with you this weekend, and remain with you forever.

Marty Black, COI

Marilyn Dendy

November 3, 2005

Aunt Peggy and Family

Sorry to hear about Uncle Walter.Our Prayers are with you and your family.

Love

Marilyn and Don

Dendy

Gussie Norment

November 3, 2005

To David and the entire Osika Family:

My prayers are with you all. Remember, Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. The Lord will make you strong if you only lean on Him. I know He will see you all through this difficult time in your life. Love, Gussie Norment

Jeanette Heeley

November 3, 2005

Dion,

My sincere sympathy at your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Mary Smith

November 3, 2005

David

God is the source of our strength. I pray that your family find comfort and peace in the memories.

My deepest condolences in the loss of your father.

Patricia Carlino

November 3, 2005

In loving memory of Uncle Walter.

MALINDA DANIELS

November 3, 2005

EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CAN NOT HEAL. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. I DID NOT KNOW MR. OSIKA BUT YOU COULD NOT BE FROM THE TOLLESTON AREA AND NOT KNOW SOMEBODY IN THE OSIKA FAMILY. I KNOW DAVID. PLEASE BE BLESSED AND STAY STRONG.

WITH CONDOLENCES

MALINDA E. DANIELS

Diane Apostoloff

November 3, 2005

Linda

You and your family have my deepest sympathy. Its been a long time, but good friends are never forgotten.

Take care.

Mike Egan

November 3, 2005

To Susan,

Your family is in my family's prayers today.

Betty Watkins (Warren)

November 3, 2005

Judy and family,

I will never forget all the warmth and love from your house on Roosevelt Street. My prayers and sympathies are with you and yours for the loss of your father.

Betty

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