Paul H. Cikowski, 80, of Huntley, died April 17, 2024.
Paul was born April 26, 1943 the son of Harry and Mary Cikowski, On September 4, 1965 he married Lauri E. Dauksa. Paul loved music and in his earlier years he and his brother were in a band together. Paul was always the best dressed guy in the room and had an amazing sense of humor. He was a die-hard Chicago White Sox Fan. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed by all who loved him.
He is survived by his wife, Lauri Cikowski, his children, Kristin Crowe (Christopher Halla), Susan Swanson, Beth Graham, and Joel (Rose) Cikowski, by his grandchildren, Melissa, Hannah, Guy (Justine), Alexandra (Zack), Abigail, William, Colin and Jacob and a new great grandbaby on the way. He is also survived by his brother, Richard (Joanne) Cikowski.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 26, 2024 from 12-1pm with a Mass being celebrated at 1pm all at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road Huntley, IL 60142.
For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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So sorry for your loss Beth. You and your family will be in my prayers.
My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family. Your father was truly an amazing man.
I am so sorry to hear about Mr Paul’s passing. He was a wonderful man, and I always saw him as a role model. May he rest in peace in the presence of God.
My condolences to the entire Cikowski family.He will be greatly missed by me and all those who knew him -loved him very much !I know he is in heaven .
We are so sorry we are unable to make the services, due to being out of town. We are so very sorry for your loss. I'm happy I got to know your Dad. You are all in our prayers. Love you
To my aunt and cousins, I am so very sorry for the loss of a great man you call husband and dad! I wish there were words that I could say that would take away the pain you are feeling now - but there are none that I can think of. Just know that he will be there with you every day - in spirit! Look for the little signs - he is with you all!
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family in this difficult time.
Our condolences to Lauri and the entire family. We are so going to miss his friendly smile, the twinkle in his eye, and the ever-present great sense of humor that made him such a joy to be with.
Lauri, Kristin, Beth, Sue and Joel: I am so sorry for your loss. For the few times I met him or was at a fest with one of you and he was there, he was a great man and so fun to be around. May the memories and joy he brought to you be forever and ever.
Your family has suffered a great loss but you have the memories---so precious. God bless
I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words to convey how terrible this is. Sharing in your sadness as you say goodbye to a good man. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.