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Kathy Dudzinski
March 26, 2012
Dear Ski:
Well, the time is coming close to closing this book. I just wanted to write a final farewell, to the most Amazing Man, who showed me not only love but also gave the world to me... I will miss and love you always. Our lives together was as perfect as it could have been and I will never trade all that you have given to me over the past 14 years for anything! Our paths will cross one more time and I hope you are there with your arms wide open to greet me... Until then, I will love you "forever!" All My Love, Your Wife Kathleen

I got to see th Statue of Liberty with April inside!
Kathy Dudzinski
March 26, 2012
AprilMarie Senckowski-Dudzinski
March 16, 2012
I hate that you had to go, and leave and I never got to properly say goodbye. I was planning to call you on the Thursday that you died. I regret not calling the day before you died, but mom said you were going back to your "normal grumpy self". I thought that you were going to be fine and that you'd be home when I arrived for spring break in 2011. However, I got the call at 6am saying I had to come home because you passed away. I was in utter shock; the indestructible man who helped raise me was gone. You always said “Heaven doesn't want me and Hell can't handle me”, but I guess God called you home. I pretend you're the sun shining down checking on me, sometimes it's the only reason I get out of bed. I know it's been over a year but I still haven't accepted the fact you're gone and you won't be at home. I long for the day to hear you cough or to hear the breathing machine turn on because you smoked too many cigarettes. You were a stubborn old polish man, but I guess everyone has a limit and they have to give in at some point. Thank you for showing me love, and kindness. I know I just ruined your reputation for being the “meanest in the valley” but hey, someone had to. I will forever treasure the time I had with you; the long in depth chats we had about everything, to the last ride we had in the car when you brought me back to school and we had a talk and you told me that you were proud of me and that even though you didn't always say it you loved me. For that, thank you. I know you were trying to hold on until I graduated but as my roommate Sam once told me if you were to pass instead of being in the crowd on graduation day you'll be walking next to me. I hope that's true. I know you are in a better place but I will always love and miss you. Keep an eye on Ma, she misses and loves you so much, Rest In Peace Daddy.
Love you for forever and a Day,
April
March 16, 2012
Kathy & April,
As I read through the beautiful memories of Ski, a man I never had the pleasure of getting to know, I see the Husband & Father he was and the legacy of Love that is carried on through your lives because you both were blessed by him.
As time continues to pass and you read these memories as I do, missing him will only be natural, but the light of the Blessings, the Joy and the Love of his legacy is certainly a life to celebrate!
He's watching, Laugh, Smile & Celebrate with him!!!
Much Love,
Maria
Theresa Senckowski
March 15, 2012
Hi Kathy & April,
Although we're far apart from eachother, my heart is with you and I think of you both, often. I can't imagine the pain and loss you've experience this past year and I wish I could take the pain away, but I know I can't. But I hope you know, miles make no difference because I am always here for you and your family. I love you - always and forever... your big sister, Theresa
AprilMarie Senckowski-Dudzinski
March 15, 2012
You showed me how to love and taught me things I didn't know
You were my rock my go to person for everything
The strong young women you see standing before you,
Is because you helped mold me into something true
You showed me love when I didn't know it could exist
You showed me how to trust when I had nothing left to give.
I fought through the blanket of sorrow that was left behind
I even developed your Polish stubborn mind.
I can't believe it has been over a year since you passed away
I think about how much I miss you almost every day.
It pains me that you haven't been around
But I know you are in a better place.
Daddy I miss your wisdom and all you had to share
Pretending you're the sun shining on me makes life easier to bare
The emptiness in my heart will never be replaced
There is nothing on earth that can fill the voided space.
I hope you rest soundly and at peace
Love you always, AprilMarie
Antoinette Donovan
March 15, 2012
Dear Kathy, (my little sister)
This past year has been long and lonely, without the, Love of Your Life, "SKI". I know God and SKI are both watching over you and April. They have Not failed you in any of your materialistic needs. "Praise The Lord." I am so happy that I have had the honor of being there for you in your hours, days, weeks, months and now one year of greiving over the loss of your Best Friend and Husband "SKI'. I hope that your lonesomeness will be less as you venture into your second year without "SKI." I know he will be watching from above with a smile on his face when he sees his daughter April and you at her college graduation. He will be SO Happy And SO Proud. Stay close to Jesus, and He will always take care of you. Remember what I told you helped me the most through my loss of Don, "Trust In The Lord, and He Will Not Disapoint You." I am here for you, any time, and all the time.
Love Your Sister,
Toni
March 7, 2012
True love is never forgotten and you and your husbands love will always live on & Konstantys love for his daughter will always live on. Love and embrace all the times he reaches out from above to give you both a little push as i know you both do. Time may not make things easyer but it will help bring smiles and laughter when reminising on great times :)) & remember the people you love are always here for you.
Love
Samantha B. & Katelyn L.
Daisy H
March 6, 2012
It has been a long rough year for Kathy and April. But like I've heard ski has given u both lovely woman the strength and courage to move forward. Kathy you are part of our family and April and fam. Too. You will always have me and janets shoulder to cry on and we will always make u smile. Kathy your a wonderful wife a great mother and grandmother be proud of that and don't forget it. The love u and ski have is not gone. He is still with you maybe not in body but in soul. Until ur love and souls meet again. Keep ur head high. The big boss lady
Jeaneth Martinez
March 3, 2012
Kathy,
I can't believe a year had gone by already, it seems like it was only a few months ago. I know each day its been easier for u deal with it but yet very hard at times. I know ski is watching over u n he is very proud with wat u have accomplished in this one year. U have had no choice but tobe that strong woman we all know u are. The worst is yet to come as u told me but I know u will be ok just like u have shown so far, yes u have ur moments of sadness but its all normal. Just wanna tell u that I'm here for u like I've always tried to be, may god continue blessing u n giving u all the strength that u may need. Keep ur head up n keep smiling. N just remember he's in a better place.
Love always : "boss lady" :)
Elizabeth "Red" Halpin
March 1, 2012
Ski I can't believe a year without you has passed us this quickly and yet your mark still remains. You left marks on those you have met whether briefly or for a lifetime. I always envied your strength and the ways you carried yourself. It was as though you knew EXACTLY who you were and why you were here and I envied that about you. Even faced with mortality you remained tough and in fear of nothing. You were a fighter and it was qualities like this that April adapted from you. I see the strong, stubborn fighter in her as well. You were a father to April and provided her with the love and security she not only needed but deserved. You were amazing to Ma and she was blessed to have found you. You and Ma we're fighters and always provided comedy whenever you two were together. I look forward to all of the small things that remind everyone of you, its always good to be surprised by your memory. I still tend to hear your cough every time I sit in the house and while most people say it will fade soon I am hoping that it never does because I enjoy it. Please give April and Ma the strength to make it through this.
I love you Ski a.k.a Dad, April and Ma
Lealyn Soffen
February 28, 2012
I'm sorry I didn't get the chance to meet you but the kind, of person you are is evident in the love and fond memories April and Kathy have shared with me. I know you are watching over them from the other side... I just wanted to let you know I will continue to watch over them from here.

Helen, thank you very much for always being there for me!
February 27, 2012

Donna, thank you for being a good friend!
February 27, 2012

Junior, thank you for everything!
February 27, 2012
February 27, 2012
To the love of my life, Ski; It has been almost one year since your passing and life without you is not easy. I think of you everyday and hope that you are finally at peace. My love for you will always be in my heart even though we are miles apart. May you always rest in peace and until we will meet again, may God keep you close. All my love, your loving wife, Kathleen L. Dudzinski

Brad with his sister April, our kids, all grown up
February 27, 2012

Our children, Brad and April
February 27, 2012

April with our grandchildren, Katarina, Gabriel and Nalani
February 27, 2012

The Matriarch of this family, Tutu with April
February 27, 2012

April and Auntie Theresa
February 27, 2012

Our son Brad, with his wife Celia and their daughter, Katarina
February 27, 2012

My husband Ski, enjoying life! Love and miss you with all my heart
February 27, 2012

My sister Toni and I with Toni's husband, Don! Thank you for always being there for me, Toni
February 27, 2012

April and I with Don
February 27, 2012

April with my brother Joe
February 27, 2012

Our loving daughter April!
February 27, 2012

saying goodbye to another wonderful Man, our brother in law "DON!"
February 27, 2012

My sister Maria
February 27, 2012

My sister Monica, with whom I share a special bond
February 27, 2012

My sister Toni, without her I would have never gotten through this difficult time
February 27, 2012

your Grand daughter Nalani with Amparo and Carlos Garcia
February 27, 2012

your Grandson Gabriel
February 27, 2012

Kathy with your grand daughter, Katarina
February 27, 2012
February 24, 2012
Aloha Tita
It has been a year. How time flies. Al has joined Ski up there in the sky. They will become friends and keep an eye on us both. Hope they don't tell tales! Or cute little lies. They will be with us every step of the way, no matter how hard, they will show us the way.
Have faith in your heart, and trust in your soul. We will be with them someday so I've been told.
Love Ya Tita,
Monica
February 24, 2012
DEAR kATHY
I want to tell you, that I understand the pain, grief and lonesomeness you are going through. I am thankful that you and SKI found, and loved each other So Much. To never have loved or to be loved, is worst than the pain you are feeling now from the loss of your Love.Ski. Your memories are forever, cherish them. I am here for you any time you need a hug or someone to talk to.
Love Your Sister,
Toni

Our Wedding Day July 23, 2003
February 22, 2012

Graduation Day, my Dad and I
February 22, 2012

Grammy D's Golden Gate
February 22, 2012

my dad when he surprised me at work one day! <3 October 2010
AprilMarie Senckowski-Dudzinski
November 4, 2011
Daddy,
Yesterday was 8 months to the day of the week since you left. I miss you so much! Words can not begin to explain how I wish you were still here. Everything seems to fall apart and I try so hard to pick up the pieces, but I am not you. You were the person that I leaned on for guidance and knowledge, and you're gone. I sometimes wish this was all a horrific dream and that when I go home you'll be there, but I know you wont. Everyday draws nearer to graduation and I don't know if I'll be able to handle you not being there. I know you tried so hard to hang on until I graduated, but I didn't and you died. I know you're in a better place right now, but it doesn't help the sorrow I feel every so often when I remember you're no longer here. However, I want to thank you for always being there for me, helping me down the path that I needed to go, showing me that the world doesn't have to be a huge question mark. Thank you for being my Dad. I love you very much! Rest easy, until we meet again, love always April
Kathleen Dudzinski
September 3, 2011
Dear Ski;
Well, it's now been 6 months since you passed away! I still miss you more than words can say. Life is not the same without you in it! Even though time is passing by, my memories of you will always stay in my heart.... All my love, your loving wife, Kathleen.
Kathleen Dudzinski
June 3, 2011
Ski;
I can't believe that 3 months has gone by since you passed away. Our lives are not the same with you gone! Life is really difficult and it doesn't seem to be getting easier! You are loved and missed so much by April and myself. Wish I could talk again to let you know how much we love and miss you. I cherish the time that we had together and will always keep those memories in my heart. All my love, Your Loving Wife, Kathleen
Kathleen Dudzinski
May 3, 2011
Ski;
It's been 2 months since you passed away. I think of you everyday and miss you so very much! I know that you are finally at peace and sitting up in Heaven watching over us. I love you very much! Someday we will meet again and we will be together forever. All my love, Your Loving Wife, Kathleen
Kathleen Dudzinski
March 31, 2011
Ski;
It's been 1 month since you've been gone and I just can't seem to get through the day without thinking of you! I miss and love you so very much and wish that I still had you here with me. Love You Always! Your Loving Wife, Kathleen
Kathleen Dudzinski
March 17, 2011
It's been two weeks since you've been gone and my heart is still aching for you! My world is empty without you in it. I am thankful that we had 14 beautiful years together.. The memories of you will be forever in my heart and my mind.... I wish I had the chance to say goodbye to you and to let you know how much I love you.... May God keep you under his wings until we meet again.... I will always love and miss you! Your Loving Wife, Kathleen
March 12, 2011
Kathy,
As shared before, no words can say enough to heal the hurt inside. Know that you have many who are here for you not only during this difficult time but for a lifetime. Love surrounds you. Especially during your time of sorrow may you and April be wrapped up in the miracle of God's love bringing peace and comfort knowing God's plan was for Ski not to suffer any more. Thank you Dear Heavenly Father for ending Ski's suffering. Although my sister Kathy and family are suffering now I know they will become strong. Things take time. My sister although in so much pain is so unselfish and I know she also didn't want Ski suffering anymore. It is just so hard to handle when you love someone so much & now they're gone. I don't ask you to take away the pain because that is part of loving someone and I thank you Father that my sister Kathy found love. I ask you to comfort her during this time, just be there with her, let her rest her head on your lap and cry when she needs to. Take the weight of the world off of her shoulders, give her peace and may she trust in you through all of the unknowns and new paths you lead her on. I ask this prayer in the name of your son Jesus Christ, My Lord, My Savior, My Everything. Amen
Forever Growing In Christ ~
Love,
Maria
jeaneth martinez
March 10, 2011
Kathy, my prayers are with u hunny, just remember that I will always be here for u. Your a very strong woman. With the help of god and us your friend everything will get better. my thought and prayers and with the whole fam. We love u MRS.D :)
Don and Kat Bullard
March 8, 2011
Kathy, Just remember that Kat and I will always be here for you.
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