Walter T. Brzezinski

Walter T. Brzezinski, passed away peacefully at the age of 94 in his Hanover Twp. residence on February 17, 2025.  Born on June 15, 1930 in Newark, NJ, Walter was the son of the late Konstanty and Stella (Ciesielski) Brzezinski and pre-deceased in death by his four siblings.  He courageously served his country in the US Army during the Korean War and dedicated 30 years to the Township of Union N.J. Fire Department where he rose to the esteemed rank of Battalion Chief.  

Walter shared  57 wonderful years of marriage with his late wife, LaVerne (Rupprecht), and leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion. He is survived by his children: Kym Brzezinski (Gordon Smith), Peter (Luann) Brzezinski, Kurt (Tricia) Brzezinski, and Julie Brzezinski. Walter was a proud grandfather to seven grandchildren who brought him immense joy: Jacki Merchant (Jonny Svarzbein), Zachary Merchant, Brandon (Carly) Brzezinski, Matthew (Ashley) Brzezinski, Madison Brzezinski,  Hope Brzezinski, & Karis Brzezinski; and four great grandchildren: Walter Svarzbein, Simon Svarzbein, Evelyn Brzezinski, & Olivia Brzezinski. He is predeceased by siblings: Joseph Brzezinski, Theodore Brzezinski, Stanley Brzezinski, Henrietta Chaplinski.   

A man of many passions, Walter found peace in the beauty of the New Jersey shore, where he courted his beloved wife and made it a tradition to swim every year of his life. He enjoyed fly fishing, golfing, and especially cherished the four years he and his wife traveled the United States in an RV during their retirement. Walter also found great joy in supporting his children and grandchildren’s passions and was constantly present in their lives. In his later years, Walter discovered a talent for poetry, leaving behind a legacy of beautiful words that will forever be cherished by those who knew him. 

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at Walter’s service on Sunday, March 2, 2025 with a visitation period from 12 -1 p.m. and a service to follow at the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. 326 Main Street – Hellertown. A funeral repast will be held at the Carriage House at Heintzelmans, immediately following the funeral service.  Walter will be laid to rest at 11:00 a.m. on March 3, 2025 at the Fairview Cemetery, Westfield, NJ.  To share an expression of sympathy with this family, please visit www.heintzelmancares.com.

In honor of Walter’s memory, memorial contributions can be made in Walter's name to the Township of Union N.J. Fire Department, 1 Bond Drive, Union, NJ 07083. Walter’s kindness, strength, and unwavering love will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.