"Allan was my friend. We worked out at the old YMCA. I always appreciated his insights and sense of humor. He made a contribution wherever he was. When he was head at Armstrongs, the store thrived. I join his family is celebrating his life. We are all better because he was here. William C. Jacobson Retired educator in Cedar Rapids. "
In loving memory of
Allan Peremsky
November 22, 1931 - March 31, 2019
Allan C Peremsky passed away Sunday, March 31, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Albia (Machacek) Peremsky.
There will be a visitation at First Presbyterian Church 310 5th Street SE, Cedar Rapids on April 26th 3 pm to 5 pm, music tribute 4:15 pm and a private Life Blessing prior to visitation.
Al is survived by his wife Jayne of thirty years, son Tom (Mary) Peremsky of Chanhassen, MN, daughter Sue Croshier Chadima (Bill) of Cedar Rapids, granddaughters Brooke (Joe) Croshier-Sidebotham (great granddaughters Jocelyn & Braley Sidebotham), Kaylynn Croshier, (great granddaughter Jozie), step grandsons Tyler and Austin (Jenny) Chadima, stepson Michael Saluri (Coralie) and grandson Lance, in-laws Michael Mandel and family, Charlene and Louis Hurt, and several cousins.
Al was a Coe College alum, played football at Coe, was an Air Force ROTC graduate. He was a flight instructor in the Air Force, a Coe College Athletic Hall of Fame member; he and Jayne received a Distinguished Coe College Alumni Award.
Al was president of Armstrong's for many years; he loved those years the employees (friends) who made it a wonderful business along with loyal customers. Several years after retiring from Armstrong's, the business closed which was very disappointing to Al. He was the first Market Manager in Iowa for US Cellular, a Coe trustee, board member for many community organizations, member of Tuesday Noon Optimist, First Presbyterian Church and choir.
He loved anything outdoors; river trips and skiing with Tom and Sue, helping Michael attain Eagle Scout and bicycling Iowa and cross country skiing with Jayne. Al enjoyed watching "the little girls play", drawing fire trucks and eating cookies with Lance.
Jayne wishes to thank dear friends Pastor Cindi and Tom, special friend Jill Ryder, from Manor Care; Kelli, nurses Quinton, Becky, Kevin, Charlotte, Kim and Karen for their help during Al's last journey in life.
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund for local charities has been established, contributions may be sent to Peremsky, P. O. Box 10313, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52410. Messages may be left at www.celebratelifeiowa.com
Tributes
"Sorry for the passing of your dad, Sue. Prayers of support to you and your family. I have great memories of Al putting up with our river antics at Clayton. "
"Jayne ...You were a great care giver...it was a big journey - Al is resting in peace - Blessings Sonj"
"To the Peremsky Family: Please accept our condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. We hope that comfort and peace come to you. We know that he will truly be missed. May God bless all of you. Jim and Carol Voss "
"Our sympathies Sue. "Big Al" was one of a kind. Charlie & Cil"