Robert Paul Krawczak

Robert Krawczak Obituary

Krawczak, Robert Paul - (1965-2004) Bob passed away September 25, 2004 In Osaka, Japan of cancer. Survived by wife Naoko; and daughter Ami Nancy of Osaka, Japan. Preceded in death by brother James William of Minnesota. Survived by parents Nancy and Bill Krawczak of Mahtomedi, MN; sisters: Julie (Mark Miller) Sarah, Laura, Charlotte, Paul), of Woodbury, MN., Carol of Arizona, Mary of Washington, Katie (Arnie Kurmis) Emily, Lucas of Maple Grove, Mn. Memorial Mass at ST. JUDE OF THE LAKE CHURCH, 700 Mahtomedi, MN. Saturday, October 2nd at 10:30AM.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Sep. 29 to Sep. 30, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Krawczak

12 Entries

Cindy Leary

October 11, 2004

Uncle Bill, Aunt Nancy, Julie, Carol, Mary, Katie and Bob's Wife and Daughter,

My heartfelt sympathy to all of you who knew and loved Bob.

My heartfelt regrets at not knowing him better while he was on this earth.

Remember the Lord's 2 greatest commandments:

LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART AND SOUL AND LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF...

Bob obeyed these commandments and

God knew Bob through his obedience.

God has prepared a place for Bob in

heaven.

I pray that we will all enjoy a relationship with Bob and Jim again in heaven, in the presence of God, Our Father.

May God comfort you all in this time of deep sorrow.

James "JJ" Koehler

October 6, 2004

Dear Friends and Family;

I spent two years at SJV with Bob. He made my time there more meaningful, and much more enjoyable. Because of school I was unable to visit him last summer but he called me from Japan last February just to chat. I am so happy I had that opportunity to hear his voice. Bob truly will be missed. I can hear his somber little chuckle as I write this. My condolences go to each and every one who had the privilege of enjoying Bob's personality. He was one of a kind.

Jean Brennan

October 4, 2004

Dear Uncle Bill, Aunt Nancy, and my cousins: I am so sorry to hear about Bob. I was up in Duluth and didn't hear the news until I came to work today and listened to my mom's message on voice mail. Please know my family and I would have been there to support you at this time of sorrow had we known. I heard the service was beautiful. I pray that God gives you strength during this very difficult time and that Bob and Jim are now together in Heaven. Love Always, Jean, Mike & Family

Anthony Wolf

October 4, 2004

To the family of Bob,

I am a college mate of Bob, and a friend. Bob made college more enjoyable and fun by his presence. Bob gave me much needed assistance in my English degree. We also had some wonderful times just visiting and listening to music especially Bob Dylan. I enjoyed the visits to the family home in White Bear Lake where he taught me how to water ski and ride the jet ski. Bob did make the world a better place, and always shared his best with others. I miss him already, and I will watch the video he sent me from Japan with many fond thoughts and memories.

Tony Wolf

Craig Albrecht

October 1, 2004

Dear Naoko, Ami, Mr. & Mrs. Krawczak, Family and Friends: It is with great sadness that I extend condolences on the death of Bob. I had the great pleasure of being one of those who visited last summer and had the chance to spend some time with Bob in the Twin Cities then...it is time that I will treasure now. Bob was a good friend, always ready to share a story or joke, to listen to your cares, and to help out someone who was in need. He was careful to make sure that everyone felt included in whatever was going on. I am sure that you will find some comfort in knowing that he had so many friends, touched so many lives through his teaching, and loved all of us so much. Peace, blessings, and prayers be with you in this time; and may the Lord embrace Bob in mercy and love! Fr. Craig Albrecht, Merrill, MI, Diocese of Saginaw

Steve Stewart

October 1, 2004

Dear Naoko, Ami, and Mr. and Mrs. Krawczak,

I am so sorry for your loss. Your son was a fine man, a good friend, and a man of faith. He was compassionate and passionate, a jokster, a man of immeasurable generosity. I remember his invitations for us at the College of St. Thomas to get out of the city and go water skiing from his house on White Bear Lake. I also remember speaking with him in Osaka while stationed in Okinawa. Little did I know that those were to be the last times we spoke. He was so happy being married, and being a father. Bob deserved that happiness, he led a good life, and albeit tough to accept, he has found eternal life. I will mourn the passing of Bob Krawczak from this world because he made it a better place to be. With deepest regrets, Steve Stewart

Greg Kroening

September 30, 2004

Naoko,

I can't believe Bob, with whom I shared so much laughter (long ago at SJV), has gone amidst so much tears. I pray for you and your daughter, Ami. Bob was a good friend I looked up to in college. He must be... will always be a great Dad. My heart is with yours.

Richard Hogan

September 30, 2004

My prayers and thoughts are with you all. I remember Bob from the days at St Pius to the days at H-M. Also, when we caddied at the WBYC. As it has been mentioned before; God does have a plan for us and we don't know what it is, but we do know that Bob is at a better place at this time.

--Dick Hogan

Keith Streifel

September 30, 2004

Dear family and friends,

I was also a classmate of Bob's from SJV. Know that my prayers are with you. I will offer Mass for Bob and for you tomorrow (Friday) morning. Thinking of Bob -- his generosity, his kindness, his humor -- always makes me smile.

Grace and Peace be with you in this time.

Tim Ferguson

September 30, 2004

I was a classmate of Bob's at SJV, and always considered him a good friend. I am deeply saddened by his death at such a young age, but consoled by the knowledge of God's love and providence for us all. I pray that Bob's resting in the arms of Our Lord. Please know of my prayers, Naoko, Ami and all of Bob's family.

Glen Harold

September 29, 2004

Bob, Nancy - Our condolences to the family. Bob must have loved Japan as much as we did to make his life and home there. Our prayers go out to you all at this sad time. May your hearts be filled with loving memories. Hap and Katie

Gail Blaisdell

September 29, 2004

Dear Uncle Bill, Aunt Nancy, Julie, Carol, Mary, Katie & Families,

I am very saddened to hear of Bob's untimely death. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy go out to each one of you, his wife and daughter. Please know that God has a plan for each of us and although we may not understand the "why", and may feel it is simply not fair of Him to take both Jim and Bob from this earth, and from their families, at such young ages, to be with Him in Heaven, this is God's Will. May you be comforted by your memories of these fine young men, and by your family members and friends, at this sad time. Love from Gail Blaisdell and Family

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