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Obituary Detail

July 18, 1928 September 26, 2022
July 18, 1928 -- September 26, 2022

Frank Rudolph Tarelko, Age:94

Frank R. Tarelko, 94 years young, passed peacefully on September 26, 2022.  

He was the eldest of 5 siblings, son of the late Mary Angeline Worobey (nee Ochal) and the late Philip Tarelko. Dearest brother of the late Helen Kowalczyk (the late Hans), MaryLou Obos (the late Stanley) , James Worobey (Tricia) and the late Robert Worobey. Fond Uncle to Karen Williams, Kim Shane,  Michelle McAleer (Dennis), Phillip Worobey (Shauna) Kate Tourtchaninoff (Alex) and Lisa Worobey.  Special Great Uncle to Nicole (Leo) Ryan, Eric, Jessica, Bridget, Aiden, Iris and Aaron.  Fond Cousin to many.

 

Frank was a graduate of Northwestern University and worked for years at Bell & Howell, then realized his special love was traveling and driving.  He accepted many jobs as a driver.  He especially treasured his family, enjoying many parties and gatherings with his Aunties and cousins. Fun loving and generous with his time, he took special care of his three younger siblings.

 

He enjoyed making people laugh, dancing at parties and was especialy proud of his "catch" of a 7'10" Marlin during a vacation in Hawaii.

Cremation ceremony will be private.  

 

A Memorial Mass is being planned at a future date. He will be greatly missed.