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Skip Plonka Obituary

Skip M. Plonka, age 59, beloved husband of Linda S. Plonka, nee Wagner; loving father of Mike (Shannon) Plonka, David Plonka and Jenna (Fiance Travis Torres) Plonka, and his late daughter Amanda Ryan Plonka; cherished grandfather of 6. Skip was the Owner of West Suburban Inspections, Inc. Visitation Wednesday, Nov. 2nd, 4:0pm to 8:00pm. Funeral Thursday, Nov. 3rd, 10:30am at Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Funeral Home, 4343 Main St. (1 blk. S. of Ogden) Downers Grove. Interment Clarendon Hills Cemetery. 630-968-1000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com

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Published by South DuPage Reporter/Progress on Nov. 1, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
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Mike Plonka

September 30, 2025

This is my father, he is missed and life has never been the same since he passed. He forgot more then I'll ever know, held multiple patents and was a business owner.
I miss and love you dad..

Kevin Vargas

October 25, 2020

To Skip's family, hope you are all well!!! I still think about my old pal every time we have a local home inspection and yes I still miss him.

Leslie Rodriguez

November 16, 2011

Im one of the agents that used him for all my real estate inspections. So sad to have heard this over the internet. So sorry for you loss. He will be greatly missed in the real estate industry.

Clarence Zobjeck

November 12, 2011

Linda, sorry and saddened to hear about Skip. He was my cousin and far to young to go. He left a wonderful legacy of kindness. He will be missed.

Kevin Vargas

November 4, 2011

Linda, I'm so saddened by the news, I did not here until a few minutes ago. Skip was a great guy and a friend, my heart hurts and and I will miss him terribly as we all will. My sympathy & prayers are with you and the family.
Skip, I Luv Ya Buddy, I will truly miss you!!!

Douglas Kerley

November 3, 2011

Linda, Indeed made me sad, bout your hushand pasting away,And prayers for you and your family,Doulas Kerley

Dawn Dunphy

November 2, 2011

May you rest in peace and watch us from above. You will never ever be forgotten!! Love you Skip...

Lisa Thomas

November 2, 2011

My sympathy goes out to the Plonka family.

Milewski family

November 2, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Nancy Mcguire

November 2, 2011

There is love that will live forever, and there are memories that will shine through the sorrow may the wonderful memories of your husband's love be with you and comfort you at this time

Marianne Springborn

November 2, 2011

I have been so blessed by the wonderful devotion Linda has shown to her family through all of this. What a great testament of family. God rest Skip. You are loved.

Jenna Plonka

November 1, 2011

I love you, daddy. I'll miss you. I know you're watching over us. You're in a better place now; now you're home.
You were the best dad in the world!

November 1, 2011

Memories keep those we love close to us forever. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

with deepest sympathy,
Leo G Penkala

The Staff of Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan

November 1, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Shannon Plonka

October 31, 2011

Forever in our Hearts

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