Walter Anthony Luszczyk was born on July 20th, 1962 in Cook County, Illinois to Mary Baj and Walter Luszczyk.  He was preceded in death by parents and brother, John Kariwiec.  Wally is survived by his wife of 43 years, Barbara Ann Luszczyk (nee Dwyer), daughters Michelle Flores, Sarah (Chaun Grammer) Luszczyk and Kristina (Tom Klingelhofer) Luszczyk, grandchildren, Chance, Damien and Mykayla Jane.  Also in mourning brothers Steve Kariwiec and Henry Luszczyk.  Wally lost his battle with cancer shortly after starting his treatments.

After answering the call to in the United States Military, Wally came home to start piecing together his own American Dream. Being raised by parents who had survived the Holocaust to come to America and raise their family, he would be instilled with a drive and a work ethic that would ultimately lead him to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Launching Kara Flooring in 1990. His hard work and attention to detail would build a company that operated successfully for over 30 years landing such contracts as the most prestigious floor in the tallest building in one of the biggest cities in the United States.

Even after making the impossible look easy, if you asked Wally what his biggest accomplishment was or what he was most proud of he would undoubtedly say his family. Wally's love for his family came second to none, and extended beyond blood. In addition to fathering two daughters of his own, he would open his heart and be Dad to so many more. His generosity, his character, his warmth and kindness, and his outgoing spirit made him loved by all who knew him. His light burned brighter than most, and our days will feel darker in it's absence.

Wally held a strong faith in God and was an active member at the church. He also liked to spend his time donating hours as an RSO at the VFW. Wally had a love for traveling, and a passion for guns. His outgoing personality and soft spot for gambling meant you could usually find him talking about planning a trip to Vegas. A husband, a father, a grandfather, a brother, a friend, he will truly be missed by many.

Visitation will be held at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home on Thursday from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Funeral Friday 10:15 AM to St. John Brebeuf Church for an 11:00 AM Mass. Interment Maryhill Cemetery

In Wally's battle with cancer, he felt a drive to support children suffering the same diagnosis.  In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made in his name to St. Jude Children's Cancer Center or donate to your local VFW in his name. Funeral info 847-966-7302 or www.skajafuneralhomes.com