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Alan K. Nowacki Obituary
Joliet Insurance Leader, Exchange Club Member & Dedicated Family Man
Alan K. Nowacki
The world lost a beloved Dad, Grandpa and Great Grandpa on February 20, 2024. Alan was born in Chicago October 10, 1940 to Albert and Estelle Nowacki. They later moved from Chicago to Oak Lawn. There he met the girl next door, fell in love, and married Nancy in 1960. They were inseparable from that moment on. After they married, Alan and Nancy moved to Wheaton and started their family. In 1967, he moved his family to Joliet to begin his new career.
Alan started his insurance career selling life insurance for John Hancock. In 1969, he proudly opened Nowacki Insurance Agency. Alan and Nancy worked side by side for many years. Alan worked until his untimely death. He and Nancy volunteered together for numerous charities and organizations. Alan was an active member of Will County Children’s Advocacy Center and Exchange Club of Joliet. He enjoyed talking to people and helping them with their insurance needs. Alan was very friendly, outgoing and loved all social events. Alan could talk to anyone which contributed to his successful business.
Alan and Nancy enjoyed camping with family and friends, vacations and spending time at their lake home. They enjoyed life’s pleasures and shared many laughs together.
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Unfortunately, Alan's lifestyle changed drastically when Nancy was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. His life along with his loved one’s lives were turned upside down. After a fierce battle of many years, Alan lost the love of his life Nancy on May 21, 2023.
Alan is survived by his daughters Deanna Stewart, Caryn (Steven) Nowacki-Reed, Susan (Michael) Miller, eleven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Family meant the world to him.
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Alan will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Visitation will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory, 2320 Black Road, on Sunday March 3rd from 3:00-7:00 pm. Memorial Services will be held Monday, March 4th at 11am. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Will County Children’s Advocacy Center or Exchange Club of Joliet would be greatly appreciated. For information please call 815-744-0022 or visit WWW.CHSFUNERAL.COM
