James L. Guziak, 73, passed away at his residence, on Friday, January 6, 2012.

He was born in Chicago, IL on July 28, 1938, the son of the late Leo and Angy (nee: Cyrus) Guziak.

James was a talented, and self-employed, commercial graphic artist. He was also employed by the U.S. Can Corporation. He served his country with the U.S. Air Force. On April 28, 1962, in Chicago, IL, he was united in marriage to the former Rosemary Ejma. She preceded him in death on October 20, 2001. James had been a member of St. Edward Catholic Church. He enjoyed boating, fishing, golfing, bowling, wood carving, painting and framing artwork.

Surviving are his children, Jim Guziak, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Kim Guziak, of Racine, Denise (Craig) Peterson, of Burlington, Stephen (Shari) Guziak, of Racine, and Mike (Jennifer) Guziak, of Byron, MN; grandchildren, T.J., Grant, Arden, Alex, Nick, and Lauren; brother, Dan (Edwina) Guziak; sister, Barbara Guziak, all of Chicago; goddaughter, Joyce Bean, of New Lennox, IL; close and dear friend, Doris Denhartigh, of Racine. His nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends further survive him

His life will be celebrated with a Memorial Service in the funeral home on Tuesday, January 10 ^th ; at 7:30 p.m., with Rev. Allen Bratkowski officiating. Relatives and friends can meet with the family on Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. until the time of the service.