Clara S. Kalinowski obituary

Clara S. Kalinowski

Passed 8/14/2011

Obituary For Clara S. Kalinowski

Clara S. Kalinowski, 85, of Steubenville, Ohio died Sunday, August 14, 2011 at Trinity West. She was born April 17, 1926 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late Peter and Sophia Rasczkiewicz Balkun. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Church. Clara devoted her life to making others feel special whether it was with her kind words, warm smile or famous baked goods. She enjoyed playing gin rummy and going to bingo with her dear friends. Preceding Clara in death were three brothers Peter, Alfonse and Steve Balkun and a sister Bertha Gajtka. Surviving are her husband Thomas R. Kalinowski with whom she would have celebrated sixty years of marriage on Thursday August 18, 2011; two sons Anthony (Deborah) Kalinowski of Mingo Junction, OH and Thomas (Dorothy) Kalinowski of Seaville, NJ; brother Frank Balkun of Steubenville, OH; sister Mary Daley of Steubenville, OH; five grandchildren Trevor, Michelle, Kristen, Corey and Christian Kalinowski; one great grandchild Ty Kalinowski and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Dunlope – Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville on Wednesday 2 – 4 & 6 – 8 p.m. Funeral liturgy with mass will be celebrated Thursday 9:30 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church with Msgr. Kurt Kemo officiating. Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Vigil service Wednesday 3:45 p.m.

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09/03/2024

Jim and Nikki Cable

Dear Tony, We are so very sorry about the passing of your Mother. You have our deepest sympathies.
09/03/2024

Jan Halcisak (nee Aldridge)

My parents, Kenneth H. and Margaret (Peggy) Aldridge, have been lifelong friends with Tom and Claire. Both of my parents always had so many nice things to say about their friends--from the good times they shared, and the delicious meals Claire made for all of them when they would visit Steubenville. Dad passed away 12/26/07, and now Claire is gone, too. Memories are the one thing that will never fade, and those of us that are left behind will cherish those memories until we meet up with our loved ones again in heaven. The morning of Claire's passing, my mom had a wonderful dream that they were at Claire and Tom's home sharing stories, having some tea and pastry, and laughing. That is the way my mom will remember Claire. The little moments are always the most memorable, and they fill our lives with joy!
09/03/2024

joyce januszkiewicz-milewsky

Mr. Kalinowski and family, So sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
09/03/2024

DELORES

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TK AND FAMILY.
09/03/2024

Michelle Pasquarella Luckenbach

Dear Mr. Kalinowskim Tony and Tommy, I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Kalinowski passing away. I remember her when you lived on McDowell. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Michelle
09/03/2024

Jon Nese

Tom, Tony, and Tom - I was so saddened to hear of the death of Mrs. Kalinowski. I have so many fond memories of spending time at your house, so many good times, and she put up with us all the time. Your families will be in my thoughts and prayers. Jon Nese State College, PA
09/03/2024

John Mantica

Mr. Kalinowski, Tony, Tommy, and family, I have font memories of Clara and all of you. One couldn't have asked for better neighbors on Teresa Drive. I will always remember her being calm but carrying a big stick. And bingo? I've never seen someone work as many "cards" at one time. She was a pro. They say that time heals all wounds. I'm not so sure it is true but rest assured that I will be thinking of you all and remembering you in my thoughts and prayers at this time. She lived a life full of love and happiness and I'm sure is proud of everything you've accomplished. It's unfortunate that we all can't live forever. I'm sure that she is resting in peace and in the hands of our Lord.

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