Loretta Anna Havlik Karnik
June 6, 1930 - November 8, 2020
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Loretta Anna Havlik Karnik, age 90, announces her passing on Sunday morning, November 8, 2020 at her residence in Lafayette with her family at her side. An inurnment of her ashes will be held at a later date with her late husband in Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Stickney, Illinois. Survivors include her children, Carol Flisak and Joseph Karnik, Jr.; her grandchildren, James Karnik and Vayda Giles; and her sister, Laverne Lehman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Karnik, Sr.; her parents, Edward Havlik and Helena Jarecki Leach; her brother, Edward Havlik; her sister, Genevieve Havlik; and her companion, Daniel Fabacher. A native of Chicago, Illinois and a Lafayette resident for the past 39 years, Loretta had varied interests including camping, knitting, and dancing. She retired from JC Penney's with over 30 years of service. She acquired her Associates Degree in Accounting and went on to work for 18 years with H & R Block. Loretta will be lovingly remembered for her selfless compassion, always willing to listen to others and offer wisdom and help to anyone who needed. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Loretta Karnik's name to www.faithhouseacadiana.com A heartfelt appreciation is extended by the Karnik family to Dr. Francine Manuel and all of the healthcare professionals who cared for Loretta for many years, enabling her to have a comfortable, enjoyable life. View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com Martin & Castille-DOWNTOWN-330 St. Landry St., Lafayette, LA 70506, 337-234-2311
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Loretta Anna Havlik Karnik, age 90, announces her passing on Sunday morning, November 8, 2020 at her residence in Lafayette with her family at her side. An inurnment of her ashes will be held at a later... View Obituary & Service Information