Memorial
Donald E. Novak, 87, of Cedar Rapids went to be with his Lord on Friday June 28, 2013 at Silver Pines. Services at 10:30 AM on Wednesday at Sharon United Methodist Church. Burial at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home from 4 to 7 PM on Tuesday. Survivors include a son Donald (Sue) and a daughter Kathleen (Steve) Weiss all of Cedar Rapids; the Novak grand cats and several loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Ellen, 2 sisters, one brother and a very special cat Elmo.Don was born on September 20, 1925 in Cedar Rapids the son of Charles and Alice Hynek Novak. When his parents passed away he was raised by his cousins, Charles and Ella Mahacek from a young age. He married Ellen Marie McDonough on March 21, 1947 in Cedar Rapids. Ellen passed away in December 2012. Don worked at Penick & Ford and retired from there after more than 34 years of service. He later worked at Cedar River Tower in maintenance for 8 years. Don was a faithful member of Sharon United Methodist Church. He was an avid sports fan, enjoying the Cedar Rapids Kernels, the Baltimore Orioles, Colts and Ravens. Don also enjoyed gardening and the time spent with his beloved family. His memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.Memorial donations may be given to Sharon United Methodist Church.