Alex Smolekci, who competed as a Division One Collegiate Swimmer, has passed away in a fatal shooting.
Smolecki was pursuing his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and was set to graduate in May 2025.
Highlights
- Alex Smolecki was set to graduate in May 2025 with his degree in mechanical engineering.
- Sadly, Smolecki passed away on February 26, 2025, in a tragic shooting.
- As per the source, Alex was adopted by Alyce P. Konkoleski, along with Maggie and Sebastian.
From April 2021 to May 2023, Alex was the Pool manager, swim instructor, and lifeguard at the City of Palos Heights.
He also served as the sustainability coordinator at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.
Alex was a ground support engineer intern at United Airlines from June 2024 to November 2024.
Moving toward his swimming career, he was awarded All-Conference honors in high school and was a 2020 sectional champion.
In 2022-23, he touched first in the 200 Breastroke at St. Thomas and was part of a 200 medley relay team that finished with 1:34.05 versus St. Norbert.
He tallied six points and a score of 56.80 for an 11th-place finish in the 100-yard breaststroke at the Horizon League Swimming & Diving Championships.
In the 2023-24 sophomore season, he became second in the 100-yard breaststroke and third in the 200-yard breaststroke against St. Thomas.
He placed fourth in the 100-yard breaststroke and third in the 200-yard breaststroke at the Wisconsin Showcase.
Swimmer Alex Smolecki Died In A Fatal Shooting
Alex Smolecki, a swimmer and member of the University of Wisconsin Green Bay, died on February 26, 2025, at 20, following a fatal shooting.
However, further details about the shooting have not been revealed yet as the investigation is still ongoing.
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay community is mourning the tragic loss of their member.
Closed ones and relatives have poured their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Alex’s family to stay strong in this heartbreaking moment.
His family will soon release the schedule of funeral services. Rest in Paradise, Alex Smolecki.
Alex Smolecki’s Death Has Left His Family In Mourning
Alex Smolecki, 20, was born in 2004 in Hickory Hills, Illinois, United States, to his parents, whose identities have not yet been disclosed.
According to the source, Alyce P. Konkoleski was Alex’s adopted grandmother. He has six siblings: Michael, Katie, Daniel, Kimberly, Maggie, and Sebastian.
Katie lives with her family in Chicago, Illinois, and graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago in 2023.
Currently, they are mourning the tragic death of their supportive and devoted brother, Alex Smolecki.
Alyce was the most adored and loving mother to Diane Konkoleski and Brian. Alyce retired from Mt. Sinai Hospital, Chicago, Illinois, with 30 years of service in Administration.
Sadly, she passed away on June 6, 2020, and was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard, and parents Stanley and Aniela Roman.
She had five sisters: Ann, Helen, Stephanie, Loretta, and Adella, as well as a baby brother Tadeusz.
The visitation was held on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at the Palos Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest HWY. (7700W) Palos Hills.
Funeral service was held at Sacred Heart Church, 8245 W. 111th St. (Palos Hills) for 1130 AM Mass.
Additional Information
- Alex Smolecki was second in the 200-yard breaststroke versus Wisconsin and notched a first-place finish in the 100 and 200-yard breaststroke against Milwaukee.
- In 2023-24, he competed against Valpo, taking second in the 100-yard and 200-yard breaststroke.
- Alex announced his commitment to the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay for D1 swimming on Instagram in April 2022.
