Carol Gasik

Carol J Gasik, nee Manzi, age 81, longtime resident of East Hazel, Crest, mother, grandmother, great-grandma, sister, cousin, godmother, and friend passed away on July 1, 2025, in Barnes, Wisconsin while vacationing with loved ones.

Born on November 8, 1943, daughter of Thomas and Anne Manzi. Married Richard Gasik on June 29, 1963, and raised two sons together, who blessed her with five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Her vibrant personality is shown through her favorite past times. She was known to enjoy a good shopping adventure, trip to the casino, night out for a poker game or game of bunco, and spending time with her family and friends. She was generous, witty, and bold, and some may say the Gambling Grandma never met a slot machine she didn't like. Served on the East Hazel Crest Women's Auxiliary Club for many years, waitress, chef to many and professional Grandma.

She is survived by her children, Richie (Maureen) and Thomas Sr. (Kristen), her grandchildren, Kelly (TJ), Scott, Kyle, TJ, great-grandchildren Lily and Lainey, siblings, Diane (Bruce) Gaskins, Bobby Manzi and Linda (Rick) LaBue, brother-in-law Joseph (the late Marilyn) Gasik, sister-in-law Virginia (Thomas) Burns. Loving cousin, aunt, and friend to many. Also survived by her beloved cat, Snoopy, aka Puss Puss.

Predeceased in death by beloved husband, Richard, grandson Trevor, siblings Jeannie (Pete), Patty and Thomas.

A Visitation will be held on Saturday July 12, 2025, at Tews-Ryan Funeral Home, 18230 Dixie Highway, Homewood, IL. from 10:00am until 2:00pm, with a Celebration of Life Service at 11:00am. Luncheon to follow. For additional information, please contact tews-ryanfh.com or call 708-798-5300.