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Gery Habansky Obituary
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for Gery Habansky
Kate Keating
July 27, 2010
As one of Dr. Habansky's patients, I'll always remember him. I started going to his practice when I was 5, and now, at 23, I still go. I had such great experiences there that I never developed a fear of dentists, and I never wanted to switch away! Luckily he and his staff have been gracious enough to allow a 23-year-old "adolescent."
He was always so nice, courteous, friendly, funny, with a wonderful chair-side manner. My family looked forward to saying hi every time we went.
He also did an amazing job on my braces. As a kid, I was a real snaggletooth, and I remember being in middle school as he explained how difficult it would be to correct my teeth. When my braces came off in high school, he sent me a red rose and said I had a textbook-perfect correction. Now, I get complimented on my smile almost every day, and every time I do, I think of him and the amazing job he did. Those compliments are for him, not me.
Condolences to all his family and friends. Please know he touched and improved the lives of thousands of people you may never even meet. He lives on in his patients' memories as well as in yours.
Konigsberg Family
July 27, 2010
The practice may be called "Kids First Dentistry" now, but to us and many other Fairfield families, it will always be known as "Dr. Habansky's." The place won't be the same without his ready smile and omnipresent bow tie.
July 22, 2010
we haven't seen gery since we skied at killington. He was truly a GOOD man. Easy going and nice to everyone at dental school and after. A truly unique personality. He will be missed. Our condolences to you Janet and family Arnie & Dolores Rozental
Tony Mascia
July 20, 2010
Even though it's been many years since we've seen each other I've often thought of my "Best Man' and the good times we shared. My thoughts and prayers go out to you Jan and your family
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Lehman Family
July 13, 2010
We are grateful for our years under the wonderful care of Dr. Habansky. His kindness and expertise (especially with difficult orthodontic problems) were unmatched. So sorry for your loss. We will not forget him.
Bob & Valerie (Varga) Richards
July 9, 2010
Dear Jan and Family,
Growing up in Black Rock I knew all of the Habansky family. Hearing of Gery's passing at such a young age will leave a sadness with all who knew him.
You are in our thoughts and prayers
July 5, 2010
To the Habansky family
We are very sorry to hear of Dr, Habansky's passing at such a young age. We had not seen him in quite a few years, but remember him from both Unquowa school and his wonderful care for the dental needs of our kids.
God bless you and comfort you at this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
The O'Grady(Sean and TJ) and O'Connor family
Kelly McKulla
July 4, 2010
It's so sad to think that a man as talented as Dr. Habansky is no longer with us. I owe my smile to him. Dr. Habansky and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.
July 4, 2010
I knew Gary many years ago at Holy Cross. My prayers for his family on this loss. It is a loss for me though I have not physically seen him in MANY years. Yours in Christ Frank BONGIORNO
Gene and Roslyn Nardi
July 2, 2010
Janet and Family'
Pattie and Mike gave us the sad news.We are so sorry. We hope your memories bring you some comfort.
We see each other seldom,but we thought of you often.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you now.
Gene and Roslyn Nardi
Heather Wochner
July 2, 2010
Aunt Janet and all my cousins, I send my love and prayers to all of you. I am so sad I was not able to be at the services, you have all been in my thoughts this week and over the last few months. I will miss my uncle, he was a wonderful person and a great brother and friend to my dad!! God Bless each one of you during this time.
Love, Heather Habansky Wochner, Joel Hannah, James, Nathan, and Avery
Lisa Skawinski
July 1, 2010
Dr. Habansky was truly a wonderful, good and gentle man. He was dentist and orthodontist to all four of my children going back almost 23 years. Not a one of them ever cried there...he was a friend. They all have beautiful and amazing smiles. Thank you Dr. Habansky. We will all miss you.
Brol Broglio
June 30, 2010
Many years ago Gery was a force to be reckoned with on our HC Rugby Club and a life force off the pitch. Janet and al Gery's family, may you enjoy the treasure of his memory.
Brol
Lou Bleggi
June 30, 2010
To: Doctor Habansky's family we offer our deepest sympathy for a great man as a father, in his profession and coach in the Black Rock Little League.
Lou, Pat, Rob and Sam Bleggi
District 2 Administrator
Alicia McKulla
June 30, 2010
To Doc Habansky's family and the wonderful staff at Kid's First -
My children have all been patients of Doc's for almost 20 years, all three of my children were blessed to have had him undertake their dental care, and my two daughters now have absolutely beautiful smiles - all thanks to Doc Gery. He was truly a gifted man. His ability to relate to both child and adult were second to none. His very persona was that of a man who really knew how lucky he was, but was always gracious for the many blessings he had. He will be deeply missed. No one will ever wear a bow tie like Doc. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in your time of loss. Carry him close in your hearts and he will live forever.
June 30, 2010
I always thought much of Gary and Alan.The sad thing in life is that I didn,t take the time to come and visit him. It,s nice to have someone in our family that is thought so highly of. I,m sure that God will welcome him in heavan with open arms.
Love Bill and Virginia Habansky Mechanicsviolle , Va.
Tim Francis
June 30, 2010
Dr. Habansky was my orthodontist while I was a student in middle school. In looking back in the past to today he did a phenomenal job on my teeth. He had a passion for what he did, had a knack for it and was very well respected in his field. As a person he was caring, gentle and made you feel at ease each and every time you were lying in the dentist's chair. I would like to extend my condolences to Dr. Habansky's wife, children and extended family during this difficult time.
June 30, 2010
Dear Janet and Family,
So sorry for your loss. You now have a special guardian angel to watch over you. He was a very special man.He will be greatly missed.
Dr. Hacker and staff
The Staff of Lesko-Polke Funeral Home
June 30, 2010
Offering our sympathies at this time.
Mike Ryan
June 29, 2010
I remember Gery from our years together at Holy Cross. He had a contagious sense of friendliness and good humor, and was truly a wonderful man. I will remember him and your family in my masses and prayers . . my deepest sympathies. Mike Ryan
Rick Cumming
June 29, 2010
To Gery's Family--
I knew Gery 45 years ago at Holy Cross and he was a wonderful man, always upbeat and having a positive outlook on life. I have not seen him since graduation, and I am saddened to hear of his passing. My warmest regards and sympathies to all of you....
Rick Cumming
June 29, 2010
Doc will be greatly missed.
With deepest sympathy - RYASAP staff
June 29, 2010
My three childen Caitlin, John and Sassy loved visiting "their bow-tied Dentist" over the past 21 years. Dr Habansky always approached them on their level and then related to me on 'moms' level. Regular visits to the good Dr.'s office with his wonderful staff are beloved memories to my family.
God Bless the Habansky family.
Ellen Bradshaw, East Norwalk,CT
PATTEE HABANSKY REYES & FAMILY
June 29, 2010
May Gery Rest In Peace Eternally In Heaven.
I remember Gery most during our childhood
growing up as first cousins, when the family would gather at the beach house at Fairfield Beach, and the wonderful Christmas evenings the Habansky family all shared together.
Thank God we all have wonderful memories of Gery throughout some time in our lives.
Kathleen Stolz
June 29, 2010
To the Habansky Family and friends,
I am saddened to hear of the loss of a great man. My daughter had braces by Dr Gery..my mother spoke highly of the Habansky family and Dr Gery..he will be sadly missed..My grandchildren go to his office now..He will be missed by his staff and patients..
With Deepest Sympathy,
Kathleen (Chirsky) Stolz and Family
The Schreckengost Family
Casie-Ann Chirsky and Justin Gorske
Marshall Gordon
June 29, 2010
What tremendous loss,this great man should have been around another 100 years plus,Dr. Habansky was my son and daughter's Dentist over 35 years ago,the*DOC*even did braces on there teeth for them he did it all the best of the best,they first visted him in the Brickwalk then he moved to the Post Road Fairfield,I remember DR.Habansky and his Family riding around Black Rock in that big Chevrolet Suburban which i think he passed down to his children.Mrs Habansky and Family sorry for your loss,Anyone that new GERY ~~PLEASE NEVER FORGET HIM~~
Ken Dressel
June 29, 2010
What a treasure this man was. So very sorry for your loss. Ken Dressel and family
June 29, 2010
I remember Gery and the entire Habansky family having grown up in Black Rock. My conolences go out to the entire Habansky family.
John Gennette
Mary Jo Nichols
June 29, 2010
My deepest sympathies on your loss. Gery was a wonderful man and doctor. He will be missed.
June 29, 2010
Dear Janet and Family: We were so saddened this morning to learn from Joan & Gary Carpenter of Gery's passing. We remember him so fondly as a friend from Black Rock School and the St. Mary's neighborhood. We saw him most recently a year or two ago at Lake Candlewood where we now live, next door to the Carpenters. We are certain he is in the loving presence of his Lord and Savior and that we will enjoy his company one day. God bless your family and all the friends who will be missing Gery. Much love, Jay and Suzanne Carley
June 28, 2010
September 2009- What a great smile you had Doc, you will be deeply missed
Theresa Zaleta
June 28, 2010
Gerard Coulombe
June 28, 2010
I speak for myself, my wife, daughter, grandchildren: Emily, and triplets Conor, Sophia and Sarah, when I say that Dr. Habansky was a terrific
dentist to the children and a great friend of mine in the short years that I have gotten to know him when doing what he asked of me while working for his dream of a Food Pantry in Black Rock as well as with him in the special project we had as a group of 8 in Bible study . He was a gentle man, a man who just loved asking difficult questions, and as a man who, when he extended a hand, took you into his realm. Thank you Gery for the time you shared with me.
June 28, 2010
Gery we will miss you so very much. We are proud of who and what you were, a wondeful brother-in-law, loving husband and father, and a good friend. God will bless you always. Watch over all of us.
Mike, Patty and Family
Ellen Caruso
June 28, 2010
Janet and family: Across the miles we send you all our love at this difficult time. You are all foremost in our thoughts and wish we could be with you....so accept these electronic hugs for now.
All our love,
Julia, Richard, Deb, Ellen and Leslie Caruso and families
Theresa Zaleta
June 28, 2010
Doc was a wonderful,loving,man,he was a great teacher and set only good examples.Never had a negative thing to say about anyone or anything. I will miss him so much and I'm proud to say I had to honor of working with him for the last 6 years. Love you Doc
Richard Paoletto
June 28, 2010
Jay,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your father.
Richard Paoletto & the entire Housing Code staff.
T. Roballey
June 28, 2010
Our deepest sympathies go out to the Habansky family. My daughters owe their beautiful smiles to your husband and father. His sense of humor and colorful collection of bow ties will be missed and remembered always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Tom, Tracey, Marissa and Kayla Roballey
Mechelle Craddock-Spence
June 28, 2010
Our sincere condolences go out to the Habansky family. May God Bless and keep you and give you strength and peace during your time of bereavement. Your dad and husband was a wonderful dentist to our children Keichelle, Kemeya and Kobi. He always greeted our children as if they were his ONLY patients. He was kind and understanding. Since Keichelle and Kemeya also attended St. Thomas where his children attended I can recall the time after a mass @ which time Kemeya was in Kindergarten how happy she was to see him and jumped up in his arms and he was as openly loving towards her. I can also recall the time when Kemeya was a finger sucker for 13 years and I wanted him to put an appliance in her mouth that would stop her from sucking her fingers and he simply said to me "Mrs. Spence, I wouldn't do anything to Kemeya that I wouldn't do to my own children" so he refused and said, in time she will stop, Well she did, didn't need braces and now has beautiful teeth. And as Keichelle's baby teeth left and were replaced by her permanent teeth he found a way to make her very big teeth fit into her small mouth, and again no braces were needed. I say all this just to show the love, care and concern that Dr. Habansky had for his patients. We felt more like his family as patients and he will be sorely missed for his compassionate and caring spirit. God bless the entire Habansky family. May you get peace knowing the love and care your father had for others.
Keith and Mechelle Spence
Jim Lancaster
June 28, 2010
Good work Gery. Your friendship been a great asset to me. I will miss you so much. I know you are with God now and you will continue to be a great example to those whose lives you touched. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do for you, just let me know. I love you and will miss you brother.
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