Dennis John Kucharzak, age 72, died in his home surrounded by family on February 2, 2023. He was a graduate of the University of Illinois. A lifelong Chicagoan, he intended to spend his retirement full time in North Judson, Indiana. He worked for more than 30 years as a chemist for the City of Chicago’s water filtration plants.
Dennis was an avid antique collector and bargain-hunter, gun lover, and outdoor enthusiast. He will be remembered for his quick wit, storytelling, and encyclopedic mind. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Cheryl Kucharzak (née Woike) and their four children, William Kucharzak (Sarah Polito), Daniel Kucharzak, Hannah Kucharzak (Paul A. Gonter), and Charles Kucharzak.
Respects can be paid at Zarzycki Manor Chapels, located at 5088 S Archer Ave in Chicago, IL on February 16 from 5-8pm. A funeral mass will take place at 10:30am the following morning, February 17, at Five Holy Martyrs Church, located at 4327 S Richmond St in Chicago, IL.