Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

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Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by tgreifhahn » Fri Jul 10, 2020 10:18 am

Walter Bernard Szumowski, 87, July 9, 2020, lifelong resident of the Southwest Side of Chicago-Garfield Ridge neighborhood; beloved husband of Frances J. Lisewski Szumowski; cherished father of Walter E. (Debra M.) Szumowski, Chris (Robert) Garza, and David A. Szumowski; adored grandfather of Matthew Golab and Kate Szumowski; proud brother of the late Bernadine Schudzinski, Joanne (John) Siwek, and Marcia (Fred) Dion. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter L. and Helen Szumowski. Walter was a devoted family man , uncle and good friend to many.

Walter was employed as a supervisor for American Airlines for over 45 years. In his spare time, when not spoiling his grandchildren, he enjoyed working and being around antique cars. He was a member of the Midwest Charter Model T Ford Club International. He proudly served his country in the Army in the Korean War.

Services at CENTRAL CHAPEL, 6158 S. Central Ave., Chicago, IL, where family and friends will gather on Monday, July 13, from 3 to 7 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, 9 a.m., at chapel to St. Symphorosa Church, 6135 S. Austin Ave., Chicago. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Entombment Resurrection Garden Mausoleum. PLEASE NOTE THAT COVID19 RESTRICTIONS, FOR MAXIMUM GATHERING OF 50 PERSONS AT A TIME, WILL BE OBSERVED WITH MASKS REQUIRED.


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by R.V.Anderson » Fri Jul 10, 2020 10:25 am

Very, very sorry to hear this. Wally was a good friend and colleague in re-winding field coils. We had adjoining spaces at Chickasha for years; it was always great fun to sit and chat with Wally and his cronies Roger and Howard when things were slow. Deepest condolences to Fran, Dave, and the entire family. Wally will be missed.

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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Henry K. Lee » Fri Jul 10, 2020 10:35 am

RIP, and with Greatest Sympathy to the Family.


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Model T Mark » Fri Jul 10, 2020 11:03 am

One of the best. He will be missed!


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Brent Mize » Fri Jul 10, 2020 3:21 pm

I am so sorry to hear of the death of Wally.
He was a great guy and one of the nicest people I have ever met.
Such a loss for our hobby.
Thank you Wally for being a friend.
My condolences to Fran and Wally’s family.


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Jerry VanOoteghem » Fri Jul 10, 2020 3:29 pm

So sorry to read this. What a great guy he was. I don't think I've ever seen him without a smile on his face. Condolences to Dave and the rest of the family. May his soul rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon him.


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by FATMAN » Fri Jul 10, 2020 3:43 pm

Very sad to hear of his passing, our prayers to out to the family
I have known him for more than 50 years and he will be sadly missed.
Bob & Connie Bergstadt

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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Bob Solak » Sat Jul 11, 2020 12:48 am

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2010 MTFCI Annual Tour, Rapid City, SD

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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Bob Solak » Sat Jul 11, 2020 12:50 am

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Wally and Dave judging cars at the Midwest Chapter's annual restoration contest.

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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Bob Solak » Sat Jul 11, 2020 12:51 am

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Wally and Fran on the road.
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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by rondupree » Sat Jul 11, 2020 9:09 am

Sorry to hear about your loss Dave. We always enjoyed touring with Wally and Fran and his magneto coils were the best money could buy.
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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Morris Dillow » Sat Jul 11, 2020 10:29 am

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the MTFCI we extend our condolences to Wally's family He was a great asset to the Model T Hobby and a great friend to all.

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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Joe Bell » Sat Jul 11, 2020 2:04 pm

Wally and Fran was always fun doing business with the field coils, a great pleasure to set down and talk to both of them at Hershey every year, he will be missed.


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by KimDobbins » Sat Jul 11, 2020 4:56 pm

Very sorry to hear of Wallys passing, what a nice guy. Always had great dealings with him. I pray he is gone to Glory.


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Jim Eubanks » Sat Jul 11, 2020 5:19 pm

Wally was a fine fellow and credit to the hobby. I met him back in the 80s and have bought several rewinds from him. He will be missed for sure.


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by John kuehn » Sat Jul 11, 2020 6:41 pm

Really a fine guy. Met him a Chickasha years ago and learned about his coil rewinding service.
I have his coils in my 3 T’s. He and his wife are the best.


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Re: Walter Bernard Szumowski 1933-2020

Post by Russ_Furstnow » Sun Jul 12, 2020 11:57 am

Wally was a super individual and friend. He was an ambassador for the Model T hobby, and a very active member of the Model T Ford Club International. I will always remember him calling me "young man" (which I'm not) whenever we spoke, and his kind hearted manner was a joy!! The Model T hobby has lost a GREAT one. Kathy's and my condolences go out to the entire family.
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