Lorraine P. Kowal

She was born on December 10, 1931 to Frank and Anthonette Bibzak. Preceded in death by brother Eugene (Verna) Bibzak and Stepmother Josephine Bibzak.

She is survived by her beloved sons: Thomas (Jane), Joseph (Laura), Carl (Michelle)

Lorraine loved all of her 10 Grandchildren very much: Geoffrey Kowal, Nicole (Ryan) Herma, Joseph Kowal II, Christopher Kowal, Steven (Gillian) Wales, Jordan (Derek) Cullison, Kaitlyn (Zach) Silva, Abigail Kowal, Stephanie Kowal and Victoria Kowal.

She was beyond blessed with 8 additional Great Grandchildren.

Lorraine was an avid Chicago sports fan, always watching and cheering them on. She loved spending time in the kitchen especially preparing Polish food for Holidays and breakfast for the Grandchildren.

Visitation will be Thursday October 7th at Kuiper Funeral Home 9039 Kleinman Road. Highland Indiana. Viewing from 4-8 pm. The family requests that face masks be worn.

Funeral Service will be Friday October 8th directly at Saint Stanislaus Church 808 W. 150th Street, East Chicago Indiana. Mass will be at 10 am with additional viewing at 9:30.

She will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, IL.

The family requests donations be made to Lorraine’s favorite charities; St Jude Children Hospital and the Share Foundation.

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