Stanley T. Tuchalski
December 19, 1921 ~ August 14, 2006
Stanley T. Tuchalski, 84, of Weirton, died at the Inn at Wyngate on August 14, 2006; the Feast of St. Maximilian Kolbe of Poland. He was born December 19, 1921 in Steubenville, Ohio, the son of the late Wadyslaw and Casmira Tluchowska Tuchalski. Stanley was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Mary Jane Platt Tuchalski; infant son John Tuchalski; brothers Anthony and Walter and sister Stella Yenchochic.
Stanley retired after 42 years of service with Weirton Steel Corporation. He was an Army Veteran of the Pacific Theatre of World War II, serving as a chauffeur for HDQ of the 40th Infantry Division and USO entertainers including Vivian Leigh, Jack Benny and Dorothy Lamour. While serving on the Philippine Island of Iloilo, he was honored by a local family to be the Godfather to their newborn, Betty Otanes, now of Alameda, CA.
He was a member of Sacred Heart of Mary Church serving on various committees and events. He was also a member of the Weirton Steel 25-Year Club, Polish National Alliance Lodges 652 and 3001. He was proud to have a four-generation 100% family. For several decades, he was the officer of visitations to the infirm members of his local lodges. He also served as a delegate on Council 50. He was a �pierogi pincher� for St. Mary�s Byzantine Church and enjoyed the reunion gatherings of St. Stanislaus Grade School Class of 1935. Stanley enjoyed his fundraising efforts for the PNA and speculation with numbers. Stanley was proud of his Polish heritage and avidly corresponded with his relatives in Poland, with phone calls to each of them the day before he died, expressing his love for them and saying his final "goodbye".
He is survived by his sons Walter and Rita of Gettysburg, PA, Stanley of Washington, DC and Michael of Pittsburgh, PA; daughters Yvonne Tuchalski of Eatontown, NJ and Mary Kay and Michael Smith of Richmond, OH; six grandchildren Brian and David Tuchalski, Michelle Sealy, Raymond, John and Mary Mueller; two great grandchildren, Marie and Jacob Tucker; many nieces, nephews and extended family.
Stanley requested that his body be donated for medical research to the West Virginia University School of Medicine in Morgantown, WV to benefit medical studies in the cardiovascular, bone irregularities and joint replacement fields.
During his final year, he thoroughly enjoyed daily pastoral calls from Sister Mary Presentatia Wilamowska, CSSF, of Coraopolis, PA and pen-pal correspondence with Alveta T. Arcuri of Fairmont, WV.
Stanley�s daily companion, a pug dog named Maxine, accompanied him to the Inn at Wyngate in June, 2006. Stanley and Maxine lived life fully with their many revered friends there, especially the staff that cared for him so well. With deep gratitude, Stanley�s children bequeathed Maxine as a therapy dog for the residents at Wyngate.
Visitation for friends and family will be held Friday, September 22, 2006 from 6:00-8:00PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV. Friends and family will also gather at 10AM Saturday, September 23, 2006 prior to the 11:00AM Memorial Mass at Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 200 Preston Avenue, Weirton. A luncheon following the service will be held at the Knights of Columbus, Weirton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Some of Stanley�s favorites were the Felician Sisters of Coraopolis, PA; Sacred Heart of Mary Church; Valley Hospice and the Polish National Alliance Charities.
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Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
DAD Pleasant Journey Home …..
Condolences to entire family…Will miss his cabbage rolls….LOL, Ed
The Tuchalski Family, May the beautiful faith of your parents bring you peace and happiness. Our love and prayers are with you as we offer you our sympathy in the loss of your father. Niko and Rose
Stanley has been in my thoughts and prayers for the last few days. He is finally at peace and has joined the other family members to share the happy times up in heaven.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this loss of your father. Stanley was an icon to all of us. He always made any celebration at Christmas and Easter a special event when he came to mom and dad’s house. You could always count on him to have a pocketful of raffle tickets that you could buy. I know that I will miss seeing him and talking to him. He is now joining many family members to continue the celebration in heaven. Love and God Bless, Mickey
In the 32 years that I have been associated with the Tuchalski family, one thing has remained constant — Dziadek’s loyalty to family, church and friends. He never shirked his responsibilities when it came to working in the mill, painting the houses in Steubenville, or checking the oil in everyone’s cars before a long trip. His dedication and donations to the various churches, PNA, Felician Sisters and the Sisters of Sacred Heart Church should be a true inspiration to all of us. He was so proud of his childrens’ accomplishments, especially being able to tell people that Walt worked for the President and he got to take a picture with Reagan! And the picture taken of him holding his first grandchild, Brian, for the very first time is priceless. Brian and David loved to visit him, especially during a ball game on TV. He knew all the players’ names and would give his own brand of commentary when things didn’t go just right! They also learned the “importance” of playing the daily number! But the one thing that will always be close to my heart was a couple of years ago when my mother passed away. We sat at the kitchen table talking about her and the tears were just flowing down his face. He tried to comfort me and that’s an image that I’ll never forget. And although there were times that he got cranky (don’t we all), deep down he was a man of great character and love. We’ll miss you, Dad.
You are all in Dave and my prayers. Peace be with you.
To Stasiu and all the Tuchalski family, Our prayers are with you in your loss, but also so happy for your father as he is reunited with your mother and brother today. Your respectful handling of his last days in as inspiration for all of us dealing with aged parents. Sincerely Aundrea Cika and family
Dziadek, May you finally rest in peace with Baba and John. Know that you have left a proud family behind that will continue to flourish for years to come. We are proud of your selflessness and genuine concern for the well-being of others. You will be sorely missed, but we know that you are in a better place where the numbers always come up out in your favor. Love, Brian & Veronica PS… please help 814 or 111 hit in New York.
May he live forever in the peace of the Lord! You are all in my prayers for your loss of your Father, but we rejoice that he goes to the Heavenly Father to rejoice with his dear wife and so very many others. God’s blessings be with you!
Dear Stas and the entire Tuchalski family – I wish to express my deepest sympathies on the passing of your father. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Eternal rest grant unto Stanley, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Thank you for sharing your bereavement and love for Stanley – the quality of our relationships matter most – Peace and Joy be with you all at this time. God’s Love is within you to guide you in living. “For here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city which is to come. Through Jesus then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is the fruit of our lips, that acknowledge his name. (Hebrews 13 v 14f.) Love Peter.
Dear Tuchalski Family, What a wonderful life your Father lived. Love of family, faith, and country all evident in how he lived his life. We will keep both your Father and Mother in our prayers. Our thoughts are with you, Karen and Thom Horsey
My love to all of you, dear cousins. Today, I think there’s a great big kitchen in heaven, with coffee brewing and polka music playing. Stella, Walter, Helen, Stas, and Mary Jane are talking up a storm, and keeping watch over us still.
My family is thinking of you all, with affection and sympathy.
Stan, Thank you so much for sharing your journal of your father’s last days with us. I was moved at the peace and support that surrounded him in his last hours. What a beautiful send-off to Heaven! Your father’s generosity in donating his body to medical research is just one more tribute to his life of service to others. May the Holy Spirit remain beside you and the Tuchalski family for strengh and consolation in your times of loss and sadness.
Stanley always will be remembered, not just as a Brother-in-Law, but also as a dear friend. His love for his family and for his friends was without any boundaries. His passing will indeed leave a void in the hearts of all who know him and loved him. Stanley will now join Mary Jane in our daily prayers. Jack & Linda Platt
Stan & Family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Father. How wonderful you could spend his last few days with him, thank you for sharing with us. You truly gave him a beautiful send off to “fly away” to be with our heavenly Father and your Mother again. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Paula
Stan My condolences for your loss and may the knowledge of you father’s interesting life and happiness during life be some comfort to you and your loved ones. Bob Thrasher
Stanley, my condolences to yours and family. You should be most proud of your dad’s life, nice write up of your father. Take care Anthony Centore
Uncle Stanley and Aunt Mary Jane were always kind, thoughtful people. For as long as I can remember, they always included a dollar bill in my Christmas card. When my sons were born (now ages 6 and 3), there were always $2 for by boys. My thoughts and prayers are with them. Terri Eaton (Grandaughter of Stella)
I am sorry to hear of his passing and hope the family is doing well.
Sorry to hear of Stanley’s passing. He was a great gentleman and a good numbers player. Jack Clancey
Dear Stas, My deepest sympathy in the loss of your wonderful father. Thank you for sharing the story of his last journey with all of us out here in cyberspace. May God who has blessed you with such happy memories comfort you now and give you peace. So much love, MD
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family…May the Lord hold you close and bring you comfort at this time of your sorrow… Last year we visited the Weirton Area and attended Mass at SHM… Mr. Tuchalski was there and we had a chance to visit with him after the Mass while he waited for Michael to pick him up…he talked of his family and how very proud he was of each and every one…he was a pillar of the church and will be sadly missed by everyone…
I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers and sending you my sympathy for your great loss.
Dear Family of Stan- Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Dolores and I had many good times – and meals – when we visited Weirton and always enjoyed the company of your parents. My wife, Elaine, and I had the unexpected privilege of having breakfast with your mom and dad at the Eat ‘n Park(?) Restaurant in Weirton when we passed though there in July, 2004 on our way back to Michigan. It was Elaine’s first time in WV and she, too, was pleased to meet your parents.
May the love of family and friends be a source of comfort to you at this time.
I extend heartfelt condolences to the family of Stanley Tuchalski. I will remember my acquaintance with him in WV, when Stanley brought as many of the family as he could possible gather for an event. He knew the value of relationships and I am grateful to have experienced that. Peace be yours.
Stan, My sincere condolences to you and your family. God blessed you with two wonderful parents. He allowed you to witness their final days on earth, days filled with love, lasting memories and a wonderful peace for them at last. May you find the comfort you need in one another. Love, Helen
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. I have so many fond memories of your father and mother. They are once again together! ~ God Bless
Stanley had Humility and was as Humble as God. He survived World War II, worked in Weirton Steel for over 40 years and worked hard raising his family, of whom he was proud. He was dedicated to his Family, Church & his Nationality. He was always there for you, but he was always in the background, plus he had fun. He came to all the family functions. Aunt Mary & Uncle John’s Parties, Aunt Anne & Uncle Mike’s Parties, Aunt Kay’s Picnics, etc… Every task he took on, he did well. I don’t know what the PNA is going to do now? Who’s selling the raffle tickets? I think he single handily paid off their building. But! I never won any. I remember how he worked on his house in Steubenville. When Wally was old enough to help, he told me stories of catching Stanley sleeping on the scaffold while they were painting, because he worked so hard and wasn’t resting like he should. Stanley, we’re going to miss you. I pray to have a happy death, like yours. Singing “Yes! Jesus Loves Me!” Then going to sleep. – WOW !
On Saturday, May 21, 2005, Walt & Rita wrote this tribute to Mom & Dad: Fifty years ago today, Mary Jane Platt married Stanley Tuchalski at Saint Stanislaus Church in Steubenville, Ohio. How happy they were to celebrate the achievement of fifty golden years together, and how proud they were of the legacy they left for future generations to follow. Mom and Dad, congratulations on the accomplishments of your life. Thank you for the love and devotion you gave to us, your children. We will share that with your grandchildren and great-grandchildren as we keep your memory and legacy alive. Happy Golden Anniversary! Love Walt & Rtia Mom & Dad, we thought it appropriate to restate our congratulations and admiration for your lives well lived as you start your new life together at Home with brother John. Thank you for the example and standards you have set for us, and ask the Lord to bless us all on our long journey Home.
Dear Michael and Tuchalski family, My sincerest sympathy goes out to you at this time. Your father was such a sweet man and will always be thought of fondly. Lisa (Runkel) Boron and family
May God grant the family His Peace knowing Dad, Mom & John are in the loving arms of the Fahter.
my prayers and love are with you, Stan and your family, nora
Dear Stan and Family, Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Thank you for sharing the last few days of your father’s life with us. It was beautiful way to go to heaven to be with his family. God Bless Linda and Edith
Sorry for your loss. You all should be very proud of Stanley.
To the Tuchalski Family, My condolences to you all. I trust that your faith will offer you hope and consolation. While your father is no longer with you, knowing that he is reunited with your mother must be comforting. Please be assured of my prayers for you in the days ahead.
You have our Deepest Sympathy. We’ll keep Stan and Mary Jane in our prayers. Cas & Lorraine
Stas and Family- We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. I will always remember seeing him at your house in Weirton, always so cheerful and nice. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May he and your Mom rest in peace together. Love, John, Kathleen, Tim and JAY Yelenic
Nuestra Familia se une al dolor de su familia. Sentimos la pérdida de su padre. Que dios lo bendiga y acoja en su santa casa. Bendiciones a todos. Sincéramele, Cristian Féliz y Familia
Please know we’ve been praying for Stanley and his family during the last few months. Rest assured that he is in a better place, he’s happy and at peace. My deepest sympathy to Walt, Rita, their sons and your entire family.
Dear Stan and Family, My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Thank you for sharing the last few days of your father’s life. It was beautiful way to go to heaven to be with your mother. God Bless, Chris
Dear Daddy, How I miss you already. Sometimes when I sit in our recliner or lay in our bed I can still smell your scent. I still don’t understand why you had to go Home to be with Mommy or brother John, but I trust you enough to stay here at Wyngate and cheer up our new friends until Jesus sents you back to take me Home with you. I never met Mommy or John because they moved in with Jesus before I moved into your house, but I know that if they lived in your house that they must have been very nice as far as people go. That Jesus is a nice man. I remember when we went to the Sacred Heart Picnic and He came to sit with us at the Polka Mass. He was very kind to me and you, and He gives good doggie kisses just like you do, too! What a great outing that was. I wish we could have more just like that. I loved looking out for you just as much as you loved taking care of me. You are a terrific Daddy, and I will try to be a good girl so that I will get to go Home with you one day. I was sad when you didn’t feel good this week, and I missed you badly when you went to the hospital. How happy I was when I got to see you and see how happy you were when you told me about going Home to be with Mommy and John. I thought I’d be scared when you left me, but you promised that you would be back for me as soon as Jesus said it was time, and that is good enough for me! You looked so happy and at peace when Jesus came to Wyngate for you that I didn’t even bark. I’ll never forget how proudly you stood up and walked to the window without your walker when Jesus called you. You had a youthful, radiant glow about you as you turned to wave goodbye, and then you just flew away. Even though nobody else seemed to hear them, I could hear the Angels signing and the harps playing as God welcomed you Home in Jesus name, where you will walk without fear or pain with Mommy and John to reunite with everyone you ever loved who had been called Home before you. At that moment I bowed my head and said: “Jesus, Jesus, Come to me. Make me a pious child of God for Thee. My heart is small, but big enough for Thee. Jesus, Jesus, Come to me!” Daddy, I will remember you always until we meet again. Love, your companion, Maxine Doggie XOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
Glory to Jesus Christ! My dearest Stanley, Please know that your Dad and your entire family are being remembered in my prayers. Today is the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God! How appropriate and timely is the “falling asleep in the Lord of your Father.” I couldn’t get into the Greco-Obituary but please do add my name to the guest book. God’s Blessings! Love and prayers, Jean Marie
Tuchalski family,we are so sorry to hear that your father has passed away.Being neighbors for almost forty years, we will miss him. God bless you. Carl & Regina
A loving farewell to Uncle Stanley! I hold many good memories of the happy times and outings he shared with us in my childhood — living next door to him on 10th Street. I wish to extend a tribute to him for being a very dear uncle! Love and heartfelt sentiments to my cousins with the passing of your father. You filled his life with many blessings! In Sympathy and Love, Clara McConnell
Be assured of my sympathy and prayers for you all at this time.
Dear Stan and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of the loss of your father. With deepest sympathy, Steve and Missy Gentile and family
Dear Stan, I promise my next Mass for you and for your father. In addition, I want to thank you for sharing these special moments of you and your family with me; they are excellent examples of faith, and how to face illness and the death with hope. You’ve lost you mom and dad in a short time but I’m sure your soul is at peace; surely they are in peace with our Lord now. I’ll keep praying for you, and I hope you’ll do the same. God bless you all! Your brother, Hugo
Stan, I just got back to work, and just read your emails. This is a beautiful recounting and cap of a life well-lived. Although it may sound odd to some, this is a story of a perfect death. May your dad rest in peace. Fondly, Chris & Courtney, Luciette & Rose
Dear Stan, We are truly sorry, once again, for your great loss. Joe and I hold you and your family in prayer and wish you peace. We’ll be in touch. Our love and sympathy, Joe and Susan
Stan, Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. You and your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Linda and Joe
Uncle Walt, I’m sorry to hear about your father passing. He always opened his house to me when I would go over and spend time with Brian and Dave. He and Baba would treat us all the same. My family and I will keep you, the boys, and the rest of the family in our prayers and thoughts. God bless you. Love, Shawn, Amy, Josh, and Jon
Dear Stan: Sorry but not surprised to hear about your dad. I know he had medical concerns for a while. I’ll offer Mass for him, you, and the family tonight. All the best. Tom
Stan – Just read you beautiful reflection of your father’s death. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Your Dad did have a good life and he’s probably most content now with your mother. It’s nice to think of your parents that way. Take care of yourself and extend my sympathies to your family. Love, Kathy & Jim Frank
Rita & Walt, I just wanted to send my condolences to Walt for the passing of his father.
My sincere condolences to Walt and you on the loss of Mr. Tuchalski. Yes, you and your family will be in our family’s prayers for comfort, wisdom and strength.
Dearest Stan and Family, My Heart and Prayers are with each of you. Michael Graham Kingwood,WV
Dear Stas and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy. We are with you in thought and prayer at this time and always. Joanne, Joan and Joe Uniatowski
Dear Stanley, I read about your father’s death and feel sadness for you and your family. My English skills are not sufficient to put all the words together, but I know that you understand. A warm embrace to you and yours! Your friend, Jose Domingo Roncancio, esq.
Walt and Rita, We did not know that Walt’s Dad had been ill, and we are sorry for your loss. It sounds like your Dad, like the rest of your family is and had been “well connected” with the Lord. Your Dad and your family will be in our thoughts and in our prayers. We will remember that about your Dad’s number. Such a lovely story about the window.. Always to God’s Glory, Bob and Marie
Walt, So sorry to learn of your Father’s passing. Hope that your faith and family will sustain you during this time. I extend my sincere sympathy to you.
May his soul be lifted to the Lord Jesus Christ….May he now Rest in Peace!
Stanley was a truly wonderful “God”father for all these years and I will miss him. I know I was constantly held up in prayer by both him and Mary Jane. What a wonderful feeling to know they were always thinking of me & my family! I’ll never forget all the wonderful memories of family get-togethers and I was always amazed at all the places he could take a quick nap – with all the noise! It was awesome to be able to spend Holy Saturday this year sharing the blessed meal with Stanley & Michael at the Sabol’s. Kyle loved talking to him that night – I have an awesome picture of the two of them that I will always cherish. Thanks for the special impact you had on my life, Godfather!! Love, Joanne (Sabol), Doug, Kyle, Levi & Grady
Dear Tuchalski Family, Thank you for sharing the news of your father’s death with us — and what a remarkable death it was ! It was truly inspiring to read your account of his last days. He was blessed to have such a loving family. I printed and shared the things you sent with Sister Presentatia. She was so happy to have spent some time with your dad before he died. The sisters are remembering you and your family and the soul of your father in prayer. May he rest in peace! Sister M. Christopher Moore Felician Sisters
Walt, Rita, Yvonne, Mary Kay, Stas, Michael,& Family, Your family has my heartfelt sympathy! God has been with your father, Stanley all his life, as well as, your mother, Mary Jane. They are both together now with God! Our prayers and thoughts are with them! I know that the Blessings of God are with them! What is amazing (and how God works)is that both of your parents left peacefully and with peace in GOD. What an inspiration and the hope that we all have that opportunity! It also makes it easier to accept their passing. It’s like they are still here, and we will see them some day. In their case, we will see them in Heaven. I hope that I hope that I get that chance. God Bless them both! Alex
Dear Walt Just wanted to send you a sympathy note upon the death of your father.
Dear Stush and Family, Please accept my sympathy on the passing of your dear Father. He was such a good man. I am certain that he is enjoying the rewards of a life lived in the service of Jesus Christ. In all the years I knew him I never heard him speak an ill word toward anyone. I fondly remember seeing him at every church function and especially the work details in and around the church. He was generous with his time and always made Sacred Heart a priority. He will be sorely missed. The pain of loss we all feel with the passing of our parents will certainly one day be replaced with the joy of reunion. I can’t help but picture your Dad and mine now rolling pierogies in Heaven. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest regard, Stan
Congratulations Dad! 814 was the winning number this evening in PA. How many of us were smart enough to follow your advice and play it this long? Love, Walt
Dear Stan You and your Family have been remembered in prayer. Your Father surely is a loss to you all … but no doubt the great meeting took place and your Mom welcomed him. Do take care and know that we do think of you. Peace and God’s Love to You, Priscilla and Claude
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. The family memories will always be cheerished. Your Dad will always be remembered with the lottery tickets. Love Mary Ann, Marleea & Ayden
You have my most sincere sympathy on the loss of your father. Thank you for sharing both his life and the good death that you helped him to have.
To the family of Stanley Tuchalski, My brother, Paul, sent us the news that your father passed away two weeks ago. I am sorry to hear of his passing and your loss. From the sound of his obituary, his final days were filled with the blessings of friendship, family, faith, and the companionship of his little dog, Maxine. Your father certainly lived a faith-filled life, serving others and making his contribution to the human endeavor. I always enjoyed visiting with him at family reunions and gatherings. He always expressed interest in how things were going. I last saw him at my mother’s funeral in January, with Michael. My deepest condolences and prayers for your family. Jerome Gabis
Dad! You have a thing for Tuesdays? In PA on 8/22 your passing date & hospital room number came out straight … 814. Today, 8/29 your earthly home address came out straight … 229. How about a hint for 9/5. Love, Walt
Dear Stas and family, My prayers go out to you in your mourning and for your father. May he be at home in God’s loving care. Peter
On behalf of Victoria, Victoria Lynn and myself, please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your father. All of you and he will remain in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Michael, Victoria, and Victoria Lynn Smith
Your dear Dad, bringing in vegetables from his garden on his way to Mass reminded me of St. Joseph. I could still see him at our convent door. For years, after each visit, our Sisters would see his bountiful gift and say, “St. Joseph was here!” I think it was our dear Sr. Edith who began this enduring reference in the early 1970’s. Please accept my deep sympathy on your loss. Judging from the smile on his face (from the picture you sent taken the day before he died), he was ready and happy to go. You Dad is remembered in the prayers of all the Sisters at Mother of Perpetual Help Assisted Living Residence and at Mary, Queen and Mother Extended Care.
We recieved your message via Linda Bartic in Fairmont and wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your father at this time of transition. I lost my parents well before Duke was born and I know that nothing I can say can fill the void left by a departed parent. But you can be sure that the lives they lived, and the sacrifices they made for us along with their love of God will reunite them in the presence of our Lord. Sincere best wishes from the Shahan’s — Keiko, Akira Duke, and Otis
To the Tuchalski Family, I am sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing although I am sure he is happier up there to be with God and reunited with your Mom and the rest of the family that have gone ahead. Thank you for sharing his last moments and also for mentioning the part he played in my life. I am honored to be his Goddaughter. I was also so happy for his Christmas card last December with his note about his dog. I hope I will meet the rest of the family one of these days. I miss your Mom too, and her lovely letters. Always, Betty
Dear Mary Kay: I don’t know if you remember me or not, but we were friends and high school classmates, way back when. My uncles, Charles Wargo, passed away yesterday, and just by chance I signed onto the funeral home’s web site to get the details on Uncle Chuck’s arrangements and spotted your dad’s obituary. My sincere sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your father. He lived a long and fruitful life, and will be greatly missed by the family. I will be in Weirton tomorrow to attend Uncle Chuck’s funeral. Uncle Chuck did not want to be laid out at a funeral home, so his arrangements are being handled by Greco, but will be at the Nazarene Church up by the hospital. Again, my sympathies to you and your family. Very truly yours, Christine Tunanidis
Dear Wally, Yvonne, Mary Kay, Tommy & Michael, Two days ago I picked up on the smell of a burning cigar and it made me think of your dad. It reminded me of when we were all so little, and to me, your dad was the smell of a cigar, the warmth of a hug, a jolly voice and “well let me tell you”. All of these are pleasant memories. He was a very faithful family member, one who I knew we could always count on. I am so very proud of all of you for the way you cared for your dad, especially in his last days. I can only hope to come close when I face that time in life. Last minute circumstances have prevented me from being there with all of you this weekend. I apologize for that. I will have you all in my prayers as you celebrate your fathers life. God bless you all. Love, Cathy Kostecki Cowell
Walter and Rita, I am so sorry about your Dad. My prayers are with you.
To Stan and the entire Tuchalski Family, It is clear upon reading this guestbook that your Dad is a much loved and admired man. He has left this world a better place and made all whom he touched richer human beings. I am sad for your loss but so happy you were blessed with such a wonderful Dad! He must be as proud of you as you are of him. Give Maxine a hug for me – such a loving companion – and tell her her letter made me cry.
“This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it!”
Please join the family in prayer as we prepare for the final internment of Dad’s remains at Mt Calvary Cemetery in Steubenville, Ohio, this Monday, November 10th. The immediate family will begin gathering at the Cemetery Chapel at 2 PM, and the Roman Catholic prayer service will begin about 3 PM. After some quiet time for reflection and to visit our ancestors at the cemetery, the family will gather at a local Steubenville restaurant for an informal meal together. Location is pending confirmation of reservations at this time by brother Mike. Family and friends are welcome to attend should they feel drawn to do so. We appreciated your prayers, love, and support when we marked the return of Dad’s Soul Home with God. You will recall he donated the use of his earthly remains to WVU Medical Research just over 2 years ago. That mission is complete, his remains were cremated, and returned to Weirton within recent weeks. Reflection on your own warm memories of Stanley Tuchalski and marking the occasion with a prayer were ever you are will help us lay his remains to rest Monday. — Count Your Blessings, Walt & Rita Tuchalski Yvonne Tuchalski Mary Kay and Mike Smith Stanley Tuchalski, Jr Mike Tuchalski
My Dad (Alex Sabol) called this evening before you sent this out….. He asked me to “email” all of you a thank you note. He wanted to thank you from the bottom of his heart (I could hear the tears in his voice as he talked about it) for including him & Mom in Stanley’s service. He said everything was so beautiful and he could feel the love of family all around him – Mom said she felt Mary Jane’s presence there. She told me it was such a wonderful, peaceful, feeling that she will never forget. And she was so grateful to go visit her sister Mary later that day. They both want to thank you all for including them in such a special day. I appreciate all you did to transport them to and from the services and for thinking of them. Thanks again & Love, Joanne (for Alex & Theresa Sabol)
Sorry, we could not attend. A prayer will be said in his honor, God bless Uncle Stanley and god bless our family. Steve Platt & Laura Kim
We children were most grateful for the prayer and reflections of Father Dean Borgmeyer during the Committal Service at Mount Calvary Cemetery Chapel. The presence of additional family members who were able to join us was most appropriate. Walt shared of how Dad decided to donate his body to science and how this exemplified Dad’s concern for others during his life and even after death. Stas’ recalled how Dad would sing: “JAK SZYBKO MIJAJA CHWILE” at the graveside of the Felician Sisters. TRANSLATION: “How quickly files every moment, how fleet is time so dear. A month, a day, a while spent, and we may not be here.” Michael prepared one of the many pillowcases that Mom had embroidered with the phrase: “Always be with Christ. Christ be with you always.” It was more than fitting for the box that contained Dad’s cremains to be placed in that white pall of a pillowcase. For eternity it was laid to rest in the same vault at Coronation Mausoleum with Mom. The size appropriate American flag that Yvonne brought was then draped over before the crypt vault was sealed and closing prayers offered. Mary Kay and Michael clued us in to the perfect place to gather for a comfortable meal together. It was good for all us siblings to be with them on their Wedding Anniversary too! On this Veteran’s Day 2008, we children reflect on an epic poration of our lives and the passing of our parents. Idzie Noc, Slonce Juz Zeszlo z Gor, Zeszlo z Pol, Zeszlo z Morz W cichym snie, Spocznij Tez Bog jest tuz, Bog jest tuz. Day is done, gone the sun, From the hills, from the lake, from the skies. All is well, safely rest, God is nigh, God is nigh. Please, God, bless us one and all!
Dad, remembering you even more this very day as we learn that Uncle Alex Sabol has joined you and Dad in God’s Heavenly Kingdom. I’m sure you are all rejoicing at his arrival, even while you pray to for comfort and peace for all those here who loved him.