Thomas J. Nowak

Thomas James Nowak, 65, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 5th, 2023 in Prospect Heights, Illinois. He was born on January 31, 1958 in Oil City, PA to John A. and Constance Jane (Lanoye) Nowak. Tom married Laura Frayn on June 11, 1994 in Mt. Prospect, Illinois.

Tom is survived by his children Katherine (Terence) Banich, Andrew (Laurie) Hajduch, and Rebecca (Patrick) Drewke; grandchildren Sadie, Eloise, and Theodore; siblings Douglas (Wendy) Nowak and Michael (Rhonda) Nowak; many nieces, nephews, friends, and pet dog Rhodie. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister.

Tom served as a Mt. Prospect police officer for 37 years before his retirement. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Bears and all Chicago sports. Tom enjoyed golfing, traveling, boating, swimming, and listening to music. He attended the Indy 500 for decades. Tom loved all animals, especially dogs. In prior years he was a Boy Scout leader and he coached sports. Tom loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Friends and family will gather for a visitation that will be held from 4pm - 6pm on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Oehler Funeral Home, 2099 Miner Street, Des Plaines, Illinois 60016. A funeral mass will be held at 11am on Monday, June 12th, 2023 at St. Raymond Catholic Church, Lincoln Street and Elmhurst Avenue, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056 with one hour additional visitation time from 10am - 11am at the church. Interment will be private at Maryhill Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Tom’s name to WINGS Program or PAWS Chicago.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lauterburgoehler.com for the Nowak family.