Thomas P. Tecza, 66, of Huntley, passed away on Saturday morning, June 30, 2012 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.
Tom was born January 19, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Adam and Stella (Niemiec) Tecza.? He was raised and educated in Bensenville and attended Michigan State where he studied Ornamental Horticulture and received his landscape architectural degree.? On August 27, 1967 he married his high school sweetheart Janet Wleklinski.? Tom was 2nd generation owner of Teczas’ Rainbow Gardens and Tecza & Sons Nurseries for 38 years, retiring in 2002.?? He was actively involved with his grandchildren and attended many of their activities.? He enjoyed golf, tennis, snow skiing and the great outdoors.? The couple moved to Huntley in 2004 and also enjoyed spending time at their home in Florida.
He is survived by his wife, Janet, sons, Thomas Jr. (Dawn) and Stephen, his daughter, Heather (Bob) Lorbiecki and his six grandchildren; Cole James, Sydney, Christian, Chase, Hope and Gage.? He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.
A private service is being held at this time.? A celebration of Tom’s life will be held in the near future.? Memorials may be made to The Gateway for Cancer Research, 1336 Basswood Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173.?
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We know that there are no words that will help you through this sad time. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Ken Debby
Tecza Family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father and husband. I know its been a long time but your family was always kind to me even though I was the lesser person. Sr always had the respect of the room with the mystery and command of Clint Eastwood. We were just kids and I always enjoyed coming out to the Tecza Ranch and having conversations with him while somebody got ready. Please accept our sincere condolences.
So sorry for your loss. May your memories carry you through the hard times.
Please accept my sincere condolences at the passing of Tom, Sr. I have special memories of informative entertaining conversations w him about propagation, production yes...his impressive collection of world-class Bonsai He will be missed by many in our industry. My thoughts prayers for comfort healing are with the entire family.
Janet: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Janet I just heard about Toms passing. I am devastated for you and your family. I missed seeing you at the end of the tennis season. We have been tennis friends for a long time Spring Run although my golf prowess prevented me from that part of your lives. I always loved seeing Toms and your name in the winning circles. Sending you a big hug.
Janet, please know that we are thinking of you and your family. Our prayers are with you. God bless you all.