Eugene J. Sy Sekowski Villa Park, Illinois Obituary

Eugene J. Sy Sekowski

<p>Eugene J. “Sy” Sekowski</p> <p> - 03/22/2017</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Eugene J. (Sy) Sekowski born June 25, 1928, he is 88 years young.&nbsp; A 60 year resident of Villa Park. Loving husband of 65 years to Theresa nee Langen. Beloved father of, Eugene, Margaret, Diane (Joseph) Pisowicz, Barbara (Robert) Keltner, Katrina (Frederick) Krischon, Matthew, Helen (Howard) Keltner, Gregory (Virginia Weibler), Norma (John) Marttinen, and Julia. Cherished Papa of 17 and Great Papa of 15. Eugene is preceded in death by his parents, August A. and Helen M. (Kuntz), his brothers Norbert (Theresa), Thomas (Mitzie), his beloved sister Julie (Clifford) Ratliff, and his granddaughter, Sara Keltner</p> <p><strong>Visitation Friday 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Steuerle Funeral Home 350 S. Ardmore Ave. Villa Park, Il Funeral Saturday 9:15 a.m. from funeral home to St. John The Apostle Catholic Church 330 N. Westmore Ave. Villa Park, Il. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment private. for info. 1-630-832-4161</strong></p> <p>Born and raised in Chicago, Eugene married in August of 1951, and moved to Villa Park in 1959. Early in his adult life, Eugene worked as a tool designer for Acme Tool until he followed his dream and became a private instrumental music teacher, and all around devoted musician. He spent 27 years as the organist and choir director at St. John the Apostle Catholic church in Villa Park. &nbsp;He had a love of gardening and anything involving being in the yard.&nbsp; For many years he could be seen all around the area riding his treasured bicycle.&nbsp; Our family will always remember him for his sense of humor, his corny jokes and his love of languages and of learning new things. Above all, he loved his wife and family.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> <div class="sharedaddy sd-sharing-enabled"><div class="robots-nocontent sd-block sd-social sd-social-icon sd-sharing"><div class="sd-content"></div></div></div> <!-- memorial service program --> <!-- VISITATION INFORMATION --> <div class="obit__details"> <div class="clearfix"> <div class="grid col-460"> <p class="obit__title">VISITATION</p> <div> <div class="grid col-380"> <div class="date"> </div> </div> <div class="grid col-540 fit"> <p></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="grid col-460 fit"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- FUNERAL INFORMATION --> <div class="obit__details"> <div class="clearfix"> <div class="grid col-460"> <p class="obit__title">FUNERAL SERVICE</p> <div> <div class="grid col-380"> <div class="date"> </div> </div> <div class="grid col-540 fit"> <p></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="grid col-460 fit"> </div> </div> </div> <!-- INTERMENT INFORMATION --> <!-- Memorial Service Program --> <!-- END CUSTOM SECTION -->
June 25, 1928 - March 22, 201706/25/192803/22/2017
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Steuerle Chapel
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Michele Brown-Januszyk,
August 30, 2017
Our deepest condolences. He was a wonderful man. The Robert and Judy Brown family. ~ Michele Brown-Januszyk, North Charleston, South Carolina
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From the Staff of Steuerle Funeral Home, Ltd.,
March 31, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time. ~ From the Staff of Steuerle Funeral Home, Ltd., Villa Park, Illinois
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John and Cheryl Papson,
March 23, 2017
Our sincere condolences, rest in peace Uncle Sy. ~ John and Cheryl Papson, Omaha, Nebraska
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Jeff Weseman,
March 23, 2017
SINCERE CONDELENCES compounded by Great Memories shared, may he Rest in Peace. The Family of George Weseman ~ Jeff Weseman, Leland, Illinois Contact Me
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Patti Sekowski Harris,
March 23, 2017
Rest In Peace my dear Uncle Sy (and my Godfather). Some of my fondest memories are of Christmas Eves spent singing carols in your living room with you playing piano surrounded by aunts, uncles and cousins. You will be missed by many. ~ Patti Sekowski Harris, Chandler, A... Continue Reading
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Donna Mecklenburg,
March 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I will remember him in my prayers. I will be out of town and unable to attend the services. ~ Donna Mecklenburg, Frankfort, Illinois
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Cheryl Tufo Niman,
March 22, 2017
So very sorry to hear about your loss Diane and to your entire family all of my prayers and deepest sympathy ~ Cheryl Tufo Niman, Houston, Texas
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Elaine Winter Bevente,
March 22, 2017
Sending condolences from the Winter family (Villa Park). Many memories of him playing the organ at mass. He also played the organ for my wedding. Prayers going out to your family. ~ Elaine Winter Bevente, Wayne, Illinois
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