Kurt Raymond Shalkowski, 64, of Indianapolis passed away on July 31, 2016 in Carmel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, August 4 at Saint Simon the Apostle Catholic Church. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 pm on Wednesday, August 3 also at Saint Simon the Apostle Catholic Church.
Kurt was born on May 31, 1952 in Indianapolis Indiana. He was married to his wife Mary for 39 years. Kurt was a master optician for over 45 years. He loved the lake and the woods, watching birds, plants and flowers. He watched the history channel and liked hot rods. But once he became Grandpa he loved doing everything with and for them.
Kurt is preceded in death by his mother Rose Shalkowski.
He is survived by wife Mary; children Chris, Maria, and Amy; grandchildren Dade, Chloe, Kurt, Joshua, Iniko, Naya, Cali, Colt, Drew, and Lyka; father and mom #2: Ray and Ruth; brother Brian; and sisters Annie and Robin.
Cathy Cooley says
Heaven just became a little sweeter! Kurt was a wonderful man who loved his family fiercely. May God grant peace to those Kurt loved the most?
Amanda Shalkowski says
My father was such an awesome dad and grandpa…he loved deeply and was loved deeply and will be missed deeply. He lived his life with courage, kindness, love,strength, laughter, and understanding. He was the best story teller i ever met. He had tons of great advice. And he never gave up on anyone!! I love you daddy and i will miss you so much. You were the best father any little girl could ask for. Im honored to have been able to call you my daddy. Rest in peace..and watch over us all.
Nicole Shalkowski says
There isn’t only one thing or a few I could say about Kurt to even sum up who he was as a man, father and grandfather. He loved deeply, even me…I adopted him as my dad, haha. I think many people did. He loved unconditionally, without needing anything in return. He saw the best in everyone. His love for his kids and grandkids was beautiful. The way he loved Mary, was amazing. He has taken a little piece of us all with him, but he is in an awesome place now. He’s rejoicing and partying it up with our Lord and Savior. I have hope that I will get to see and hug him again. Love you Paw!!
Tim Tolley says
To Mary and children. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Kurt’s passing was shocking news. I vividly recall his Aunt Rosie-esque infectious personality, wit and laughter. He was a true joy to be around. My regret is I couldn’t be in his company more often. The clan will miss him deeply. Love to all.
Dianne Flanagan says
Dear Amy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss! I am praying for your comfort at this time of sorrow. Bless you.
Barbara Higdon says
There isn’t just one memory of Kurt that stands out more than the others, at least for me. It was the entire package. He was always kind, generous, and level-headed. Once when working at Sterling with him. We were talking about music, and how favorite songs on the radio would automatically mean an increase in volume. I surprised, maybe shocked, him when I said that I would crank up the volume when listening to Meatloaf’s Bat out of Hell CD. He said he just couldn’t picture that.
Another memory is when Kurt and Mary decided to play substitute grandparents. They took Sara and Sam to the state fair. Sara and Sam loved it — the horse barn for Sara, and the tractors for Sam. Sara and Sam asked to go again with them the next day.
Linda Method Miller says
Saddened to learn of the passing of Kurt. Growing up with Kurt “in the neighborhood”, I remember he always had a smile, a kind word, and was a good friend to my brothers and I. May peace and strength surround all of you during this difficult time.
Mary Shalkowski says
My darling Kurt, you have been gone over two years now, and it just still feels like yesterday.
Our whole family feels you every time a butterfly or dragonfly come to visit;
sometimes in the sprinkling of the dew;
sometimes with a flicker of the lights.
We know you are with us and watching over us. But what wouldn’t we give to have another day with you!
You are so sorely missed and lovingly remembered.
Hope heaven is all we thought it would be. See you soon!