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Donald Byczynski Obituary

BYCZYNSKI

Donald



Donald Byczynski left this earth on August 13, 2013, after 82 wonderful years.

He left behind to cherish his love and memory his wife of 53 years, Patricia; his son, Brian Byczynski and fiancée Jennifer Baker; daughter, Kelli Byczynski Amick and her husband Doug Amick; grandsons, Grant Byczynski and Casey Amick; sisters, Delores Kreft and Delphine Byczynski, and numerous nephews and nieces.

A Toledo native, Don graduated from Macomber Vocational School in 1950 as a machinist. He went to work with his father at Champion Spark Plug until he was called to serve in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was honorably discharged after "2 years, 9 months and 22 days - but who's counting," he always said. Upon discharge, Don moved back to Toledo and worked at Champion Spark Plug, then at a few different machine shops. "I also laid carpet and dug ditches --I really didn't know what I wanted to do with my life," Don joked.

He married his beautiful wife Patricia on April 30, 1960. They met dancing and danced throughout their marriage. He enjoyed spending time at their cottage, fishing and reading a good mystery novel.

Don joined the Toledo Fire Department in 1962 and served at numerous stations before retiring as Captain at 23s. He laughed that he managed to only cook one meal while on the department after which he was asked not to cook again. He enjoyed the camaraderie, humor and good cooking of the other firemen. He retired in 1988 after "paying off my daughter's college".

Don loved making people laugh and always enjoyed a good joke or one-liner. A family man at heart, he delighted in attending all of his children's sporting and musical events, and later his grandsons' events. Don cherished family vacations and spending time with friends. In his later years, he and his wife enjoyed their weekly movie and dinner night.

Friends and family may visit the Walker Funeral Home at 5155 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo, OH 43623 on Sunday, August 18, from 2-8 p.m., with a Last Alarm Service at 7 p.m. The funeral service will be held Monday, August 19, at 11 a.m. at Walker Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the Donald Byczynski Memorial Fund has been set up via Toledo Firefighters Credit Union, PO Box 5909, Toledo, OH 43613. To leave a special message for the Byczynski family, please visit

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From all the love in my heart, I give you back to the Lord ~ Patricia Byczynski

Published by The Blade from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2013.
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My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Thank you Patty for everything you and Don have done for my mother, brother and I through out the years. You guys were truly our life savers and our rock for many years. i cant thank you enough :) I am really thankful i got to see you guys at my grandfathers funeral in December.. hugs and kisses your way ..

kristie taberner-williams

August 21, 2013

Dear Pat and family, Very sorry to hear about your loss of Don. He was a great guy and we will always cherish him in our family memories. May God bless you all during this time of grief. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Janet and Jack Slupecki

August 19, 2013

Pat, Brian & Kelli. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Don. I have such great memories of your family and the fun times we all had. I remember Don as a handsome tough guy who was really funny and always had something to teach us all. My heart goes out to you all. The best of neighbors.

Heidi Nunemaker

August 17, 2013

Pat,
So sorry to read of Don's death. We remember doing your taxes and visiting you when we were in Toledo on vacation.
There are many happy memories there.
Do enjoy your Christmas messages each year. We extend to you and your family
our deepest sympathy. May God be with
you and bless you during this time.

John & Anne Fravor

August 17, 2013

We are so surprised to read about the passing of Don. You and your family have our deepest sympathy and we will remember Don and you in our daily prayers.
God Bless you.

Al, Carmen and Troy Janicki

Al & Carmen Janicki

August 17, 2013

To the Family I would like you to know, I thank him! So that we can live a better life here in America!

Johnny Feemster

August 17, 2013

What a wonderful life, that will be continue through his beautiful family. Our Deepest sympathy to you all.

Julie Nettle

August 16, 2013

Byczynski Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr.Byczynski's passing. You are and will be in Karen's and my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Ken & Karen Bowman

August 16, 2013

Byczynski family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr.Bycznski's passing. You will be in Karen's and my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

August 16, 2013

Pat, So sorry to read about Don, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord bless you and your family.
Carolyn and Bill Wagner

Carolyn & Bill Wagner

August 16, 2013

Mrs. B, Brian & Kelly.
My deepest sympathy goes out to you with the loss of you husband & father. He will always remain with you in your hearts. Love you all.

Rhonda Brennemen-Murphy

August 16, 2013

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