Tecla Kwak Obituary

Kevin & Stacy,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. We know she was a remarkable lady having raised such a lovely family. Our hearts go out to Ashley, Ava, Austin, Aidan, and the both of you.

Love, the Azinger family

To the McCarthy Family
Our sincere condolences to you all for the passing of Mom and Grandmom. I met Tecla once and from the get-go she had a light about her that shone so very bright! God was a big part of life; she exuded happiness and her smile was eveident of this fact.
God's Light to you during this sad time.
John and Mary
Sam and Geena Mawhinney

To the Kwak Family
It was quite a shock to her of your Dear Mother's passing. When I saw her last year at the Birthday Luncheon she looked fabulous and we sat next to each other and she gave me a picture of her whole family that she was so proud of! I offer condolences from my family. Tecla and Frank were admired by everyone at St. Cletus and LaGrange. God Bless everyone. Jean Masquelier Tucson, Arizona

Colette,Charmaine, and family,
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. I always admired what a wonderful job your father and mother did in raising all of you. The two of you babysat for us many years ago and I had several conversations with your mom saying that my husband was paying the two of you "too much". Your parents were admired by many, may they be in peace together in God's arms.

To the Kwak Family,
We are so sad to hear about the passing of your mom. She was such a fun and delightful lady! She joined us on a cruise when Jonathon graduated from Naz and made the trip so much better. I know she will be deeply missed. You are all in our prayers.
Fondly,
Pat and Jim Green, Elizabeth and Michael

Char and family, I was saddened to hear the news of the loss of your mother. It sounds like she was a very special women that touched the lives of many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I will always remember how much Tecla enjoyed hearing about life here in Rome as well as her gift of putting all the patients in a waiting room at ease as we waited to be seen-
My heartfelt condolences to her family,

Carolyn Carraro

To the Kwak Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Your mom was an incredible woman!
Jeannie Engel (Paparone)

Our Deepest Condolences to the Family ofTecla Kwak(Kania}
From Zenon and Constance Grodecki
We will always remember Tecla and Grace Kania for the beautiful
Flowers they arranged for our Wedding 38 yrs ago Tecla was happy person and extremlly Talented in flower arranging.She will be missed
May she Rest in Peace.

Dear Kwak Family,

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Your mother was a phenomenal woman, who did everything. We have known the family since grade school at St. Cletus, high school at St. Joseph and college at Illinois Benedictine and local events in the Lagrange and Countryside area. She will be deeply missed. Our deepest sympathy and prayers.

The Cecil Family

Dear Christine & Glenn and Family,

You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in my reflections:

My memories of Tecla are of her "overseeing" a familiar organized chaos full of smiles and fun and football; and daughters and sons; and friends and spouses - of sons and daughters; and kids and grand-kids running and playing; and lots and lots of food and drink. Oh, and did I mention - football!

Praying that the goodness of your Mom and Dad will live on with loving thoughts of good times, while extolling fun family traditions instilled in each of you.

Colette & family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kevin and family,
Your Davenport CC "family" entends their deepest sympathy to you at this very difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Stoterau family

Our prayers are with each of you. We had the pleasure of knowing Tecla and Frank through St. Cletus. These two extraordinary people are now joined forever for eternity. Their legacy will surely bring lasting joy and inspiration to your lovely family and to those who knew them. God bless. The Richard Wisniewski Family

Fran,
I am sorry to hear the news about your mother. God gave her an opportunity to touch the hearts and lives of many people...and she did. May you and your family find comfort in knowing that God gave her to you for a short time and you will be reuinited forever. Your
family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Scott,Lisa,Carli + Kyle Kebby

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and many friends of Tecla. So many fond memories, especially how welcome she always made me feel in her home. I know I'm just one of many lives that she touched.

The Paskvalich Family
Steve, Lea Anne, Anna & Chris

Dear Kwak Family:

As a long time parishoner at St. Cletus, I was exposed to the loving, Christian family example set by the Kwaks. And while I am an acquaintance, I have enjoyed the times I did spend with Tecla and Frank.

My heartfelt sympathies go to all of you on the loss of your Mother. Your faith, your many happy memories and your close family ties will sustain.

Sincerely,

Mary Feeley

Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family for your loss — the staff of Iowa Golf Magazine

Charlene & siblings,

I was really sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Knowing you family since I was maybe 10 I know how much she loved each and every one of you. I think I remember the most is every time I would come and hang out with you when your mom would say Charlene we would both turn, I always found it funny that best friends had the same name. I'm not sure if I will be able to make it to the wake. But my love goes out to each of you.

I am so sorry for your loss. I have nothing but wonderful memories of Tecla and your family.

Dear Kwak Family,
I send my sincere condolences to you all and although it has been many many years I still have a fond memory of your mom and your friendship from the old neighborhood. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God Bless you all.

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Your mom was a wonderful person who clearly had an impact on more than just your family members! Just last week I was telling my daughter stories about your mom who would braid my hair and taught me and my mom the skill:) What a great woman, wife, mom, grandmother and friend.
May God hold you in the palm of his hand

Dear Children and Family of Tecla,

Tecla has been an example of Christian love and kindness. She and Frank have been dear friends since serving as Best Man and Maid of Honor at our wedding in 1957.

May Tecla's kind spirit join with that of Frank and my late wife, Rosemary, to carry on in us.

Love,

So many wonderful memories visiting with your amazing and wonderful Mother. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bring you peace during this time. Jen Klinger (Durdil) and Family

To the Kwak Family,
My deepest condolences go out to you. May her memory give you strength in this difficult time. Matthew Bober and Family

We will miss her dearly. She was a special part of our lives. Thank you, Kwak family, for sharing her with us. Larry and Leslie & Family

Joseph and Celeste,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Your Mom was a true Lady the few times I had the pleasure of meeting her. God Bless You
Brendan Whitson and Mark Whipple

She was a loving gracious woman and she will be sorely missed. Joan McCarthy

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

I was very sad to have heard the news about Mrs. Kwak.
Offering condolensces in this difficult time.
Doris Chlapecka & Family

During the time I hung out with all of you, i felt like part of your family.Peace and love to all of you.
Mike O'Connell

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

What a sad loss for us - but I am certain there is much rejoicing in Heaven as this remarkable woman of God is welcomed. "Aunt" Tecla was one of those rare people who put everyone at ease with her warmth and positive attitude. She would absolutely light up the room with her presence and she was always so engaging with everyone she met.

I have many fond memories of her and her family. I will always cherish her words of wisdom given to me on my wedding day, knowing that my own mom couldn't be there with me.

She and "Uncle" Frank raised a beautiful family. She will truly be missed.

Please accept the Franklin family's deepest sympathies and know that we will continue to pray for you all. May God continue to comfort you.

Sue, John, Alyssa, Rachel, Matthew and Nina Franklin

This fine lady will be missed by all. We hold her and her family in prayer. She and Frank together will intercede of all of us. God bless you Tecla, the Great! Cathy and Frank, Antioch IL

I was very sad to have heard the news of the passing of Mrs. Kwak. I am a friend and played basketball with Jonathan at Nazareth and had the pleasure of knowing Mrs. Kwak. I have very fond memories of Mrs. Kwak when Jonathan and I and some other friends went on a cruise after our high school graduation and most recently at our friend Mike Apostol's wedding a few years back. Mrs. Kwak was always so pleasant and always looked so beautiful. I am sorry for your loss and your family will remain in my prayers.

Adam Saracco

Just happened to be checking obit column and see Tecla's. What a beautiful lady inside and out and so proud of her family; a true inspiration. She will now be with her beloved Frank. Prayers for the Kwak families.
The Burke's

My thoughts and prayers to all of the family of Tecla. It was a pleasure knowing her. She was always kind and we shared a lot of conversations together. She will be missed.

Tecla always had a smile on her face, dressed perfect for any occasion and would listen and laugh at any crazy stories the Kania boys would come up with! I admire the family she (and Frank) raised. I can honestly say I have never met a more friendly, welcoming, caring, loving, & close family! Tecla, you will be missed!
xoxo - John, Tracy, Brennan & Tegan Kania

TECLA has remained a beloved member of the Notre Dame Class of 1956, and will be remembered by Frank's Classmates and families . She was a friend and inspiration to us all.
John Manion, ND56 Class Secretary

Offering our thoughts and PRAYERS to the family at this difficult time--The Dildine Family---

I did not have the good fortune of knowing Mrs. Kwak but my thoughts and prayers are with the whole family at this most difficult time.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Our thoughts are and prayers are with your family, I will always cherish the time Tecla and I worked together, she always looked beautiful. Tecla always had a smile on her face and a good story to tell us all I will miss you. God bless her family at this tiem loved them all.
Janet and Mike Hickey

Janet Hickey

What a beautiful cheery face Tecla had. We so enjoyed our visits with her each year at the Notre Dame Alumni Weekend Mass. Loved hearing about her family she loved dearly. We will miss those visits. Jim has so memories of your dad while being his roommate at ND. What a fantastic couple they were. Our prayers are with your family. God Bless you all.

Jim and Carolyn Brungardt,
Denver, Colorado

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. It was an honor and privilege to know your mother. I will always cherish Tecla being there for me when I lost my parents. What an incredible woman who will be deeply missed. Teresa Farnausz