MEMORIAL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, It is with great sadness that members of this Chamber learned of the death of the Joseph Antonik, on April 29, 2016, at the age of eighty-five; and
WHEREAS, The City Council has been informed of his passing by The Honorable Margaret Laurino, Alderman of the 39th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Born on April 19, 2016, Joseph was the beloved husband of Marilyn Marschall Antonik; devoted father of Jolynn (Jim) Houlihan and Stephen (Melissa) Antonik; most loving Grandfather of Abby and Emma Houlihan and Lauren and Hugh Antonik; cherished brother of Eleanore (Rudy) Kotleba; dear Uncle of Felicia (Len) Nicosia, Megan (Todd) LaVogue, Kevin (Megan) Marschall, Kerry Coyle, Amy (Eric) McNabe; and treasured friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Joseph leaves a legacy of faith, dignity and love; and
WHEREAS, Joe was an active and vital member of his community. In addition to being a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, he had ministered to many in the Archdiocese of Chicago for twelve years and then continued serving his church, especially through Old St. Pat's, where he and his wife Marilyn weekly tutored men in recovery at the Salvation Army for over twenty-five years. He was also deeply involved in many social justice issues, especially, care for creation and hunger; and
WHEREAS, Spending time with his family - his wife, their children, their children's spouses and their dear grandchildren, was what Joseph loved doing above everything else. He treasured the many ski trips that were taken over forty years, as well as, time in Lake Geneva. In addition Joe found time to play golf, which he truly enjoyed; and
WHEREAS, Many have called Joe a most kind and gentle man with a great smile. He touched the lives of all who knew him through his kindness, generosity and spirit, making him a truly unforgettable person. He will be deeply missed, but the memory of his smile, caring spirit, enduring patience, thoughtfulness, character, i...
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