Dec. 3, 1953 - Dec. 22, 2012

ELKHART — Joseph Stephen Palicki, 59, of Elkhart, passed away at 11:25 a.m. Dec. 22, 2012, in his home.

He was born Dec. 3, 1953, in South Bend to Thaddeus John “Pete” and Margaret (Ivy) Palicki.

Mr. Palicki is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Thaddeus “Ted” and Christine Palicki of Las Vegas, Nev., and many cousins in South Bend, Mishawaka and North Carolina.

Mr. Palicki was a lifelong resident. He was a repairman for an auto body shop.

He was a kind friend and a loving brother. He will be missed.

There will be no services or visitation.

Palmer Funeral Home-Guisinger Chapel and Southlawn Cremation Services, South Bend is assisting the family.

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