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April 18, 1963 March 24, 2020
April 18, 1963 -- March 24, 2020

Douglas Michael Skupiewski, Age:56

Douglas (Doug) M. Skupiewski, 56, born on April 18, 1963, passed away on March 24, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Skupiewski (stepchildren Lauren and Joshua Cohen); father, Bernard Skupiewski; sister, Cynthia Apitz (nieces Alexis and Elizabeth Wozniak); Uncle, Donald Cislo (wife, Sharon); as well as many other aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends near and far. 

 

Predeceased by his mother, Ruth Skupiewski (Cislo). 

 

He was a retired member of the International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 2 with 38 years of service. 

 

Each year to honor his mother, Ruth Skupiewski (Cislo), Doug would donate and participate in the Susan G. Komen, race for the cure walk on Mother's Day. 

 

Doug was a great man, with a smile that will never be forgotten. He left an impact on anyone he met and is remembered as someone who would do anything for anyone. 

 

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the National MS Society in honor of Douglas Skupiewski or to the Susan G. Koman Race for the Cure in honor of Ruth Skupiewski (Cislo).

 

At this time, funeral arrangements have been postponed, please check back for updates on a celebration of life that will be held at a later date. 

 

If you would like to be contacted with updates on the celebration of life for Doug, please contact Lauren at 847-275-1384 or email lacohen87@gmail.com.

 

"We’ve shared our lives these many years.
You’ve held My hand; you’ve held my heart.
So many blessings, so few tears
Yet for a moment, we must part.

The memories you’ve given me are times I’ve shared with
my best friend I’ll hold them, Love.
Right here they’ll be until we share our lives again."

by T.C Ring

Donation information: 

 

MS Society Donation: 

 

online: https://secure.nationalmssociety.org/site/Donation2?df_id=55995&55995.donation=form1

 

by mail (print form):

 https://www.nationalmssociety.org/NationalMSSociety/media/Upper-Midwest/About%20this%20Chapter/Files/Upper-Midwest-Chapter-Tributes-Form-V1.pdf

 

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure: 

 

https://secure.info-komen.org/site/Donation2?idb=281272970&df_id=22425&FR_ID=8257&mfc_pref=T&PROXY_ID=8257&22425.donation=form1&PROXY_TYPE=21

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Jeff Sobczak April 01, 2020

Friend Elk Grove Village , Illinois

Doug was good friend all the way back to Grade School. To all of his family, So sorry for your Loss.

Jessica DeGrenier April 04, 2020

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Lauren, Josh, and Jacquie - sending all my love and praying for you all during this time.

Kerman April 04, 2020

Friend Deerfield , Illinois

Skupiewski Family, Our deepest condolences during this time. Doug always put a smile on our face. Although Adam only met him once, he immediately told me "that man is a good guy." He will be sorely missed but his memories and good nature will always live on.

Tom & Karen Vrablik April 06, 2020

Friend Des Plaines , Illinois

Our deepest condolences to Doug's family. We remember Doug as great man and one of the kindest and loyal friends that one could ever hope for. He will be sorely missed.

Rachel Cuff Newkirk April 16, 2020

Friend Somerville , Texas

So sorry to hear about the passing of Doug. We grew up together in Niles. He was always so sweet and funny. Prayers for his family.

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