Carl J. "Cowboy" Slusarek

Carl J. “Cowboy” Slusarek, 70 of Peru. Passed away September 29, 2026, in OSF St Anthony Medical Center Rockford.

Private graveside services will be at Peru City cemetery. Cremation rites have been accorded. Ptak Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Carl was born February 15,1956 to Stanley and Dorothy (Cook) Slusarek. Carl was a 1973 graduate of La Salle-Peru Township High School. He worked for JC Penny as a janitor up till his retirement. Carl was the equipment manager for L-P football for many years.

Carl is survived by his sisters Debra Slusarek and Mary Ann Haun. His niece Korey Serrine and his nephew Richard Haun and his cousin Sue Tadych. 1 Great niece and 2 Great Nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

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