The Patronik family is so sad to hear about Josie's and Tom's deaths. My Dad, Joe Patronik, was Josie's first cousin and remembers working with her and all of her sisters in Chotka Hanka's greenhouses on the Northside of Chicago. We both remember visiting Josie and Nick, Carol and Tommy, Aunt Syl and Uncle Joe and all of their children when they lived next door on Patricia. After Josie and Nick visited us in Ohio during a greenhouse convention, Aunt Josie and I used to share a laugh and a complaint about politics in an annual phone call, but I had missed her the last three years. AuntJosie was a strong, wonderful woman who inspired me to work hard and not take any guff. She is missed. Love, Christine Patronik-Holder, Tim Holder, Nick, Beth, Ella, Pat, Kirsten, Finn Holder, Joe and Alma Patronik.
Christine Patronik-Holder
December 14, 2014
So sorry to hear about Josie's death: you have our deepest sympathy. Thinking of all of you and sending prayers.
Charlie Cox and Bonnie
September 9, 2014
Carol, Mike, Erin, and Nic- So sorry to hear about Josie's passing so soon after Tommy. I always enjoyed talking to Tommy, and Josie at the Greenhouse. Both were good people with great values who loved life. I'm sure they will be missed tremendously. Will keep you in my prayers and may God give you peace.
Lynn Lawrence
September 8, 2014
My deepest sympathy to you Carol and Mike on the death of " Josie"
I always enjoyed talking with her at the shop when I would come to visit
Bob.I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Yours,
John
John A. Kuba
September 7, 2014
Carol and Mike,
Sharon and I are sad to hear of your loss. Keep Josie's spirit alive in life.
Bruce Fahnle
September 6, 2014