Charles R. Szymaniak Jr. - suddenly,  devoted son of the late Kathleen (nee Fogarty) and Charles Sr.;  beloved brother of Lois (Jason) Valavanis, Joyce, and Janet Szymaniak;  loving companion and sweetheart of Michelle Anderson;  dear uncle of Victor and Max.  A "Celebration of Life" will take place at Paterno's - 5303 N. Milwaukee at Central Ave. on Saturday, Oct 16, 2021 - 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. - Please join the family.  Arrangements by Cooney Funeral Home 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com