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Henry Pestka

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Henry Pestka, passed away on February 15, 2013 at the home which he loved. Henry was born in Poland in 1919 the son of Saul and Marie. Saul Pestka was a builder and developer who taught his son his craft. After the Nazi occupation of Poland, Henry was interned in a number of concentration camps...

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Wm & margret Van Wienen.

We were sorry to learn of Henry's demise ,our condolences to the family.

I first met Henry in 1967 when I became friends with his son Steve. Over the years he was always nice to me and also later to my family.

Hank as we called him was very popular with all of Steve's friends.Primarily since he took the time to talk with everyone and treated us as equals.I have tried to do the same as an adult with younger people .

A fantastic sense of humor too.Do recall the time when...

Steve, Alicia, Linda & Nathan,
So sorry for your loss. Your dad had such a great sense of humor and he did so much for so many. He was so proud of his children for good reason. So sorry we were out of town. You are in our prayers.

Linda, Steve & Alicia
It was a pleasure to know your dad, to work in two of his buildings and if I am not mistaken, my father laid all the carpet (many years ago) in the apartments off Fuller when they were first built. Henry had a sweet spirit, a generous and giving soul especially with everything he dealt with here on earth. He left a great legacy not only to his family, but also to the community. He was VERY proud of his children and grandchildren. If I asked about any of you, he had...

Dear Steve and Family,
You have the sincere condolence of my husband and I. Mr. Pestka was truly an extraordinary man to have endured such hardships early in his life and go on to become a great success. Steve, I did not know your Dad personally, but I know you to be honorable & compassionate, attributes you surely gained from your great Dad. May you find peace and comfort in God's love during this time of transition.

Henry was always a pleasure. I had the wonderful opportunity of showing him to his favorite table at Charley's Crab, and he always lit up the room upon arrival. His smile is something to be missed

This poem is long... With the Help of the Holy Spirit, I wrote it that way to make you strong. I hope this poem can ease your pain in some way somehow... Please accept it and accept it and know:
your parents(McNees and Pestka)
are with the Lord now.
There may be times it is hard to cope... You cannot and must not give up hope. Forever in your mind and heart. The memories you have of your parents(McNees and Pestka) will never part.
If you ever want to talk or need a hug or...

Sorry for your loss. Please take this into consideration. He is now with his family lost in WWII now. May he rest in peace.

Rest In Peace, My dear Friend