Felix J. Tokarz's Obituary
We celebrate the life of Ferrysburg resident Felix J. Tokarz, who passed away Monday November 22, 2010 at the age of 89. He was born August 12, 1921 in Chicago, IL to Frank and Catherine (Polanczas) Tokarz. Mr. Tokarz graduated from DePaul University in Chicago and went on to study the Russian language at the University of Chicago as part of his military training. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. After settling his family in Ferrysburg, Felix worked 25 years for Dake Corporation as the Export Sales Manager. Outside of work, he was a devoted member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, where he served as Lector for over 25 years. He was actively involved in church functions, including the DDF Fund Drive, Parish Festival, school committees, and was an Adult Altar Server. Felix never missed a chance to cheer on the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame, and he took every opportunity to travel to see his four children and sixteen grandchildren. He always enjoyed playing a casual game of cards, reading a great book, and engaging everyone he met in friendly conversation. Felix has been a devoted husband to Anne E. (Szczech) Tokarz since October 5, 1952. She survives him along with his children: Ken (Marcia) Tokarz of Wausau, WI, Mary Anne (Dave) DeMarse of Grand Haven, Dan (Elia) Tokarz of Palatine, IL, and Ron Tokarz of Vestal, NY, as well as sixteen grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and sister Harriet Buck of Port Barrington, IL. He was preceded in death by sister Helen Das. We are all blessed by his long and happy life, and look forward to being reunited with him in Heaven for eternity. Friends may meet the family from 3-5 p.m. or 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, November 28, 2010 at VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home of Grand Haven, with a Rosary Service beginning at 8:30 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 29, 2010 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Spring Lake with Rev. Fr. Daniel DePew as celebrant. Military rites will be provided by the American Legion Charles A. Conklin Post #28 Honor Guard. Interment will be in Lake Forest Cemetery. Memorial contributions in honor of Felix may be given to St. Mary’s School. Please share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.vbkfuneralhome.com. The family is being served by VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home of Grand Haven.
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