Elias Chymiak

Elias "Al" Chymiak of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and formerly of Cuba, Missouri was born to the union of the late John and Maria (Homak) Chymiak on October 16, 1921 in Dickson City, Pennsylvania and left from this life on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at the age of 85 years and 30 days. Al was united in marriage to Virginia Sikorski on March 25, 1944. Al is survived by sons, David & wife Judy, Ken & wife Susan, both of Tulsa, OK; and son Tim & Monquie of Rolla, MO; daughter-in-law Vickie Chymiak of Cuba, MO; grandchildren Nikki Chymiak Hokanson and husband Duffy; Mark Chymiak and wife Eve; Debbra Chymiak and husband Bill; Stacy Chymiak Holland and husband Marvin; Jennifer Chymiak, Samantha and Justina Chymiak; four great-grandchildren, three sisters, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his wife Virginia, son Michael, brothers Harry and John, sisters Sophia and Rose. Al was born in Dickson City, PA; attended school until he was fifteen at which time he joined the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) to help support his family and learn a trade. He was paid $30 per month of which half was sent home to his Mother to help support his brothers and sisters during the Depression. In the CCC Al learned many life vocational skills. After leaving the CCC Al moved to Detroit, MI. to live with his sister Rose and find work. He fell in love with Virginia Sikorski and married in 1944. Al enlisted in the Army Air Force (AAF) in October 1942 and served until December 1945. He was trained to be an aircraft mechanic and was assigned to various training squadrons during his tour of duty. He was awarded the American Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and the Victory Medal for World War II. Al and Virginia relocated to Cuba, Missouri in the early 1950's working as refrigeration repairman prior to being employed at ECHO Supply until his retirement in 1982. Al and Virginia owned the La Treasure Hut selling antiques with Al doing upholstery for many years. Al was most proud of obtaining a "License to Preach" issued by the Southern Missouri District Council of the Assemblies of God in Springfield, Missouri in 1989 serving his Lord primarily in nursing homes in Cuba, MO. and Broken Arrow, OK. He was faithful to minister to his congregations regardless of size or health. Visitation: Friday, November 17, 2006 from 6-8 p.m. at Britton Funeral Home 904 West Washington St. Cuba, MO Funeral: Saturday, November 18, 2006 10:00 a.m. at Britton Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Smith, officiating. Interment: Kinder Cemetery, Cuba, MO