Christopher (Krzysztof) Aleksander Sikorski

July 26, 1953 - July 21, 2012

Christopher (Krzysztof) Aleksander Sikorski

July 26, 1953 – July 21, 2012

 

Christopher (Krzysztof) Aleksander Sikorski, loving husband, father, and grandfather died peacefully at home on July 21st, 2012 after a heroic battle with cancer.  Born in Warsaw, Poland, Chris immigrated to the United States in 1981. A professor and respected scholar in mathematics, author of several books and many articles, he taught for over thirty years at Columbia University, New York, and at the University of Utah in the Computer Science Department, specializing in computation and application of non-linear equations.  With those closest to him he shared many other talents and hobbies, including photography, classical music, hiking, traveling and woodworking, as well as the simple enjoyment of life in the mountains. 

Throughout his lifetime, Chris touched many with his gentle and generous spirit, patient disposition, deep faith and positive outlook on life.  Those who were with him during his battle with cancer of nearly a year were greatly edified by what they saw, as a reminder of the passion and triumph of Christ. In the face of great suffering, Chris taught us courage and perseverance, humility, patience, trust, and total abandonment to God’s holy will. 

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, son John (Monica), grandchildren John Joseph and Eirene, sister Elizabeth, as well as extended family members.

A wake will be held at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, on Thursday, July 26th, 2012 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 27th at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 1505 W. White Pine Canyon Road, Park City, followed by a graveside service at 2:30 p.m. at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 4th Ave. “T” Street, Salt Lake City.  In lieu of flowers, please donate in Chris’ name to the Paul O’Pry Scholarship Fund (www.holycrossministries.org) or to Trinity Academy in Park CIty (www.trinityacademyutah.org).

In Loving Memory

Dearest Elizabeth: Mom (Norma), Dave, my husband, and I (Alida) send you our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy. Mom must be prescient because on Saturday she told me, "I think of and pray for Elizabeth and Chris every day. I wonder how they are doing." We are so sorry for your loss and wish we were in Park City so that we could attend the wake to honor your dear husband's memory. Although we never met Chris, we knew he must be a wonderful guy to have such an amazing wife. He was obviously a very accomplished man too. We were so glad to see his picture on the Starks Funeral website. My husband, Dave, wants you to know that he has tread the very difficult ground you are traversing now. His first wife Ellen died at forty years old, six months after being diagnosed with uterine cancer. He sends you many prayers for your own well being. We will contact you when we return to Utah -- we have been gone since March. In the meantine I know that all of your many friends will honor Chris and his (and your) truly heroic struggle. May Chris rest in peace with God and all the angels and saints. Much love, The Kehrls & Norma Hauser

Alida Hauser Kehrl

Everett, WA

Przesylam calej Rodzinie Krzysia moje najszczersze wyrazy wspolczucia. Nic tak nie boli w zyciu jak strata kogos bliskiego. Krzys byl mezem, ojcem, bratem, synem, przyjacielem. Odszedl za wczesnie i zostawil wszystkich pograzonych w glebokim bolu. Nigdy nie zapomne Jego dobroci, optymizmu i goscinnosci. Pozostanie w mojej pamieci jako wspanialy czlowiek, zawsze gotowy pomagac innym. Niech spoczywa w spokoju.

Hanna Wojcik

Genewa, CH

My wife Tamra just came across the notice of Chris's illness and passing. We were not aware of what was going on the past while with him, as we have been out of touch for several years now. We send our condolences and sympathy to his family and loved ones. I knew Chris over a number of years as a capable and dedicated professional, and as a warm and considerate friend. I feel a loss in his having left us.

Duane Call

Provo, UT

Oh, Elizabeth, I am so sorry to hear the news of Chris's passing - yet we both know he went Home. I first met him in 1981 when he had just moved to Salt Lake City, and have fond memories of that time. Even better has been the various times over the past 30 years of running into you and him at various prayer events. I was envious of you that you had your husband kneeling at your side! You both were truly blessed to have shared this life together. I am leaving town tomorrow to take my youngest son, David, to graduate school in North Carolina , so will sadly not be able to be there for his services. I will request that Father Patrick offer a Mass for the repose of Chris's soul, and will keep you and John in my prayerss

Mary Beth Andrews

Salt Lake City, Ut

Dear Elizabeth and John, I am very saddened by Chris' untimely passing. Chris was a kind and caring friend with a great sense of humor and a contagious smile. I will always cherish memories of car trips I took with Chris. Please accept my deepest condolences. Benek Golden, Colorado

Bernard Bialecki

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Dear Mrs. Sikorski and Family, I was so very sorry to learn of Mr. Sikorski's passing. Please know of my prayers and deepest sympathy for you all. May Our Lady overshadow you with her mantle of protection during these difficult times. With much love in Christ, Brett

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South Bend, IN

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