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Richard Stanley Polak

1 Feb 1928 – 7 Mar 2016

Birth1 Feb 1928
Death7 Mar 2016
CemeterySaint Marys Cemetery
David City , Butler County , Nebraska , USA
Added byJeanette Beethe Kozisek Heins on 19 Oct 2020
FaGhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/159055589

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Richard was born to Ivan and Frances (Sedlak) Polak, on the family farm near Shelby NE. The family moved to Brainard where he graduated from Dwight Assumption High School in 1945. He attended Creighton University before serving in the army in Korea for two years. Upon his discharge from the service, he started working at Butler County Public Power District. On September 25-1954, he married Rita Mae Cernohlavek. Five Children were born to this union. After 42 years, her retired as office manager of REA. Richard spent his life in service to his family, his church and his community. Some of the activities include a life membership of the VFW Post #584, member of Nebraska Partners of Americas, and past Grand Knight of the local Knights of Columbus Council #1717. The family also welcomed students from Chile into their home, several becoming like their children. Richard loved spending time with his family, gardening, woodworking and coaching, playing and watching sports. He is survived by his wife Rita, children, Diana (Bill) Kucera, Dr. Mark (Deb) Polak, Joan (Dale) Stewart, Karen (Randy) Johnson, Ann (Nick) Reisinger 14 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren Sisters: Georgia Siragusa and Sr. Joan Polak and Rose Marie (Denny) Rosenberger He is preceded in death by his parents, step father Fred Kriz, brother, Dr. Leo Polak and sister Dolores Cimino. Chermok Funeral Home David City NE March 2016

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