Monday, April 2, 2018

DHS Graduate, Popular Polka Musician Russ Skalak Passes At 60


Dorchester native and DHS graduate Russel D. Skalak, 60, of Crete, died March 31, 2018. 

Skalak was well-known in the Saline County area for playing popular polka music at area events and parades.

Funeral Service: Thursday, 3:00 p.m., Tuxedo Park 4-H Building, Crete. 

Visitation: Wednesday, 5 – 8 p.m. at Kuncl Funeral Home, Crete. 

Memorials are in care of the family for future designation. 

Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete is in charge of arrangements.

For online obituary, click here.

1 comment:

  1. Russ was always a good guy. He always worked hard and was a talented musician. He had a 62 Chevy hardtop in high school. Seems like it was always out of gas. He could always be counted on for a friendly wave or conversation.

    My prayers and thoughts go out to Deb and all his family!

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