Andrew Michael Pietrzak, 34, of Schererville, IN, passed away on May 28, 2015. He was born on January 7, 1981. He was a 1999 graduate of Lake Central High School. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Joyce Pietrzak; brother, Richard Pietrzak Jr.; sister, Stephanie Degenais; brother-in-law, Richard Degenais; two nieces, Sophia and AmeliaContinue Reading
Andrew Michael Pietrzak, 34, of Schererville, IN, passed away on May 28, 2015. He was born on January 7, 1981. He was a 1999 graduate of Lake Central High School. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Joyce Pietrzak; brother, Richard Pietrzak Jr.; sister, Stephanie Degenais; brother-in-law, Richard Degenais; two nieces, Sophia and Amelia Pietrzak; three nephews, Lucas, Henry and Benjamin Degenais; two grandmothers, Dolores Lapota and Jean (Chester) Pala; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Joseph Lapota and Robert Pietrzak; and several special family friends, Tom Pressler, Ralph Nosal and Eric Ostojic. He loved being an uncle and had an unbreakable bond with his nieces and nephews. He showered them with love, gave them chocolate before dinner and never turned down a game of hide-and-seek. His time with them was short but his impact on them is profound. He loved skiing, fishing, Dave Matthews Band and the Chicago Cubs. His grandmother Dolores was his best friend. He had white-blond hair as a boy and relished in the fact that as the middle child, he had the center of his mom’s heart. His nickname was Boomer. He was crazy smart, hilarious, fiercely loyal and one of the most charismatic people you would have ever met. If you knew him, you loved him. He will live on through the love he left in our hearts and outrageous stories of times with him. He will be missed every single day and was so, so very loved. Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, June 2, 2015 from 3:00-7:00 PM with a Memorial Service at 7:00 PM at Kish Funeral Home, 10000 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Cancer Resource Centre or Hospice of the Calumet Area in his memory would be appreciated.
Colette Buis
left a message on June 6, 2015:
My condolences to you and all his family and friends. How sad to lose Boomer at such a young age. How happy to know he was happy when he went on his way after visiting with Gram. I, too, will miss him. He will be remembered by me as my favorite 34 yr. old "great" nephew. Love & Aloha, Aunt Colette
Pat Howard Tadel
left a message on June 3, 2015:
So sorry to hear of this sadness. Such a bright light now missing in your lives! I will be thinking of you all and hope the wonderful memories of his life shelter you. Sending you healing energy. Pat and Ron
Tom & Ginger Lo Cascio
left a message on June 3, 2015:
We were very sorry to hear this tragic news. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as they endure this loss.
Becky Villa
left a message on June 2, 2015:
So sorry for your loss ( our softball family sends their deepest sympathy)
Patti Kobeszka Ervin
left a message on May 31, 2015:
Andy (boomer) as I knew him when I babysat him his sister and brother was such a sweet kid. He could also be a little stinker telling me he could have ice cream for breakfast lol. He was also in my wedding along with Stephanie. To his parents I'm so sorry for your loss of your son may he rip. I will always miss that smile of his
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lucy Ann Gossett
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Pietrzak Family and Friends - I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was an amazing guy and will always hold a special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Sending you extra love and strength. Blessings Always, Lucy Ann
Lucy Ann Gossett
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Pietrzak Family and Friends - I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was an amazing guy and will always hold a special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily and I send each of you extra love and strength during this time. Blessings Always, Lucy Ann
Kay Halun
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Rick and Joyce and Family, May you find peace in the love that you shared with Andy and comfort in the fact that such a wonderful person must be happy in heaven with his Grandfather, Bobby and Others that have gone before him. I am so truly sorry for your loss and I will continue to pray for you all.
Kay Halun
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Rick and Joyce and Family, May you find peace in the love that you shared with Andy and comfort in the fact that such a wonderful person must be happy in heaven with his Grandfather, Bobby and Others that have gone before him. I am so truly sorry for your loss and I will continue to pray for you all.
Kristine Johnson
left a message on May 30, 2015:
I cannot begin to tell you how deepy sorry we were to hear of the passing of Andy. We send you all our prayers and heartfelt sympathy. I will always remember Andy, he was one of the things that made coming to work a pleasure, he was pleasureably unpredictable. I hope you all find peace in the memories he has given you, he will always be with you. Rick and Joyce you raised a truly wonderful man. Richie and Stephanie I know the loss of a sibling, keep him in your mind and heart and he will be there when you need him. I think heaven is going to be a little more interesting now that he is there.
Thia Carroll
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Dear Pietrzak and Degenais Families,Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. I pray that the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. With caring thoughts, Thia.
Andrea Pawlik-Armstrong
left a message on May 30, 2015:
My deepest sympathies are with the entire Pietrzak family and everyone Andy touched during his life.
This Carroll
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Dear Pietrzak and Degenais Families,Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. i pray that the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. With caring thoughts, THIA
Ben Nicksic
left a message on May 29, 2015:
I'll always remember Andy as my best friend as a kid during our days at St. Mikes. People have been saying he was one of a kind and truer words cannot be said. You knew where you stood with him and you also knew when you got together it was going to be a great time. Sadly, it was he and Eric Ostojic that helped me convince my parents to let me go to Grimmer for 8th grade. I would be a whole different person if I had never met Andy. I am grateful that I was able to call him a friend, even if it was for a short time.We had recently talked about hitting a Cubs game this year and I regret that we didn't act on it soon enough. I will not soon forget how happy he seemed the last time we talked and that is how I will remember him. RIP Andy, and thanks for all the good times.
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Colette Buis
left a message on June 6, 2015:
My condolences to you and all his family and friends. How sad to lose Boomer at such a young age. How happy to know he was happy when he went on his way after visiting with Gram. I, too, will miss him. He will be remembered by me as my favorite 34 yr. old "great" nephew. Love & Aloha, Aunt Colette
Pat Howard Tadel
left a message on June 3, 2015:
So sorry to hear of this sadness. Such a bright light now missing in your lives! I will be thinking of you all and hope the wonderful memories of his life shelter you. Sending you healing energy. Pat and Ron
Tom & Ginger Lo Cascio
left a message on June 3, 2015:
We were very sorry to hear this tragic news. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as they endure this loss.
Becky Villa
left a message on June 2, 2015:
So sorry for your loss ( our softball family sends their deepest sympathy)
Patti Kobeszka Ervin
left a message on May 31, 2015:
Andy (boomer) as I knew him when I babysat him his sister and brother was such a sweet kid. He could also be a little stinker telling me he could have ice cream for breakfast lol. He was also in my wedding along with Stephanie. To his parents I'm so sorry for your loss of your son may he rip. I will always miss that smile of his
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lucy Ann Gossett
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Pietrzak Family and Friends - I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was an amazing guy and will always hold a special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Sending you extra love and strength. Blessings Always, Lucy Ann
Lucy Ann Gossett
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Pietrzak Family and Friends - I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was an amazing guy and will always hold a special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily and I send each of you extra love and strength during this time. Blessings Always, Lucy Ann
Kay Halun
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Rick and Joyce and Family, May you find peace in the love that you shared with Andy and comfort in the fact that such a wonderful person must be happy in heaven with his Grandfather, Bobby and Others that have gone before him. I am so truly sorry for your loss and I will continue to pray for you all.
Kay Halun
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Rick and Joyce and Family, May you find peace in the love that you shared with Andy and comfort in the fact that such a wonderful person must be happy in heaven with his Grandfather, Bobby and Others that have gone before him. I am so truly sorry for your loss and I will continue to pray for you all.
Kristine Johnson
left a message on May 30, 2015:
I cannot begin to tell you how deepy sorry we were to hear of the passing of Andy. We send you all our prayers and heartfelt sympathy. I will always remember Andy, he was one of the things that made coming to work a pleasure, he was pleasureably unpredictable. I hope you all find peace in the memories he has given you, he will always be with you. Rick and Joyce you raised a truly wonderful man. Richie and Stephanie I know the loss of a sibling, keep him in your mind and heart and he will be there when you need him. I think heaven is going to be a little more interesting now that he is there.
Thia Carroll
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Dear Pietrzak and Degenais Families,Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. I pray that the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. With caring thoughts, Thia.
Andrea Pawlik-Armstrong
left a message on May 30, 2015:
My deepest sympathies are with the entire Pietrzak family and everyone Andy touched during his life.
This Carroll
left a message on May 30, 2015:
Dear Pietrzak and Degenais Families,Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. i pray that the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. With caring thoughts, THIA
Ben Nicksic
left a message on May 29, 2015:
I'll always remember Andy as my best friend as a kid during our days at St. Mikes. People have been saying he was one of a kind and truer words cannot be said. You knew where you stood with him and you also knew when you got together it was going to be a great time. Sadly, it was he and Eric Ostojic that helped me convince my parents to let me go to Grimmer for 8th grade. I would be a whole different person if I had never met Andy. I am grateful that I was able to call him a friend, even if it was for a short time.We had recently talked about hitting a Cubs game this year and I regret that we didn't act on it soon enough. I will not soon forget how happy he seemed the last time we talked and that is how I will remember him. RIP Andy, and thanks for all the good times.
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