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David Dzatko Obituary
David Dzatko, 59, passed away suddenly December 26, 2017.
He was born in Akron and graduated from St. John the Baptist grade school and Garfield High School. David was a hard worker who never missed a day of work. He had a great sense of humor that will be missed.
Preceded in death by his father, John, he is survived by his mother, Pat; brother, Anthony (Beth); sister, Deborah (Chris) James; aunt, Rosemary; nephews, Daniel and Alex; and niece, Meghan.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, December 30, 2017 from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Eckard Baldwin Funeral Home and Chapel, 760 E. Market St. Donations may be made to Victim Assistance, 150 Furnace St., Akron, OH 44304.
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This is sad now as it was a year ago.
Joan Beach
December 23, 2019
Dave Nesbitt
January 11, 2018
Dave, it was a wonderful time we spent together as friends at Garfield and our continued friendship out of school hanging out at the poolhall or wherever we had goodtimes. I will miss you me ole friend and until we meet again brother. Peace Be With You.
Mary Harkless
January 9, 2018
My condolences to Tony and the Dzatko family for your loss. I remember Dave from Goodrich Jr. High School, when he would occasionally walk home from school with me. Dave was always so sweet and friendly! Always had a smile! Prayers!
Rick Goldsmith
January 1, 2018
Dave was a great guy and will be missed by many. I was very sadden to hear the news. My deepest condolences to Dave's family and friends.
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Joan
December 30, 2017
God bless this good Samaritan who gave up his life to save another. My sympathy goes out to his family
Debbie James
December 30, 2017
David, I know that you are at peace now with Dad, Grandma L, Uncle Bobby, Samantha and others close to us. But we all miss you and you should have been here with us for so much longer. I love you.
Duke Williams
December 29, 2017
Pat Tony Debbie. Damn tony sorry my friend been years but how I rem Dave if he had to go this is the way he would have picked. Soon as I heard I knew he was trying to help or protect someone!! Went out fighting and saved a employee there!!! That's a HERO. Be proud. Sorry from all of us Williams Family. From Duke.
Sherry Karm
December 29, 2017
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of such a great guy. Such a senseless tragedy! I will truly miss your calls just so we can catch up. You were a wonderful friend to my elderly father for many years and a real genuine friend to me. You will always have a special place in my heart, dear friend. My sincere condolences to your family.
December 29, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one is never easy. Our loving God promises to give you the strength and comfort you will need to endure and cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way. Isa. 41:10,13.
Ed Casenhiser
December 29, 2017
Rest in Peace Dave. I'll always remember the laughs we had as kids.
Cyndy C.
December 29, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. The circumstances are terribly sad and he was so brave. My thoughts are with his family.
December 29, 2017
Our prayers and thoughts are with your whole family .God Bless -Dave +Debbie Breitenbach
linda williamson
December 29, 2017
I had only known Dave for a few months we worked together at Autopart international ,he was a very nice and considerate man he had no problem helping others this is a horrible loss to all that knew him I am truly sorry Linda Williamson
Geza Egersdorfer
December 29, 2017
Dave was a good man with a good heart, a dedicated worker and a friend to many. He will be missed terribly. Sending healing prayers to the entire Dzatko family. God Bless!!
Sheryl
December 29, 2017
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