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Henrick Frank Kostyra

Henrick Kostyra Obituary

KOSTYRA, HENRICK FRANK, 85, a long time resident of Hialeah, died 7 July 2007 and is now at peace in the hands of the Lord. Survived by his wife of nearly 61 years, Julia; his sister Estelle; daughters Connie, Joan (Paul), Helene (Gordon) and Josie (Chris); grandchildren Julie, Karon (Pat), Kelin, Emilio and Dominik; his loving in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces and his loyal dog, Cioci. He is pre-deceased by his brother Edward and two grandchildren Helen and Clare. Devoted husband, father and grandfather. WW II U.S. Navy veteran who loved America. 43 year Eastern Airlines (EAL) employee who served as an aircraft Overhaul Work Manager and Captain of the Management Council. He was inducted into the EAL Hall of Fame and active in the EAL Retiree's Association. Hank's passion for airplanes and flying was second only to his love of his family of which he was so proud. He was an amazingly skilled and hard worker who could fix anything and he was nostalgic of his vast experiences. He will be greatly missed! Family will receive guests on Friday, July 13th from 12:30 to 2:30 pm at Lowe-Hanks, 4850 Palm Ave., Hialeah 33012 followed by 3 pm mass at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, 475 E. 4th St., Hialeah 33010 and a reception. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to "St. John the Apostle Church" in his memory. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Jul. 11, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Henrick Kostyra

27 Entries

Margherita Downey

July 5, 2025

Helene - I'm so glad I received this by Email and read about your father's life. Wow! Your dad was an amazing man! What a blessing he was Helene. I see you in his picture. We know he is with his Cioci in heaven! Margherita

Trooper Mary Jackson

July 5, 2008

Heart felt sympathy with the lost of your loved one. Do know I love you and you are always in my prayers.

Sarah Gibson

July 20, 2007

Aunt Julie, Connie, Joan, and Josie: I'm so sorry to hear about your father. I'll never forget the trips we made to FL growing up. My best memories are picking oranges and making fresh orange juice with Aunt Julie and Uncle Hank. He will be deeply missed. Love, Sarah Matt and Little Genevieve

Kathy Held

July 16, 2007

Judy,I am so sorry to hear of your loss,it seems like yesterday Mom and I would take our walk and stop to talk to you and Hank.Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers.

CHARLENE GRIEGO

July 16, 2007

HELENE,
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WIIL BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

cindi held walker

July 13, 2007

As a neighbor of the Kostyra family on totolochee drive all our prayers and love go out to you at this time of loss. God has a plan for each one of us and Hank is in a better place just as our mother Cecelia who passed last December.

roberta allen

July 13, 2007

dear helene, so sorry to hear about your dad. may all your happy memories comfort you and your family.
with heartfelt sympathy,
roberta & dale

Jennifer Totolochee Dr.

July 13, 2007

Hank will be greatly missed by the Deer Park community. One of the longest time residents here, he did a great job maintaining our reputation and beautification. I grew up as one of his neighbors down the street for over the last twenty years. I will remember him as proud man as he was always proud of his family and daughters most of all. Great man...now in a greater place.

Daniel Keegan

July 13, 2007

Dear Joan, Paul, Julie, Karon, Pat, and Kelin:

The thoughts and prayers of your family in Pittsfield, Massachusetts are with you at this time of tremendous sorrow.

Please always remember: "Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." It sounds as if Mr. Kostyra did that many times over for all of you. God Bless.

Aunt Eleanor, Dan, and Liz.

Tammye Broughton

July 12, 2007

Helene,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this trying time.

Linda Cook

July 12, 2007

Connie,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your mom and sisters. I will be with you in spirit on Friday and after.

Margherita Downey

July 12, 2007

Helene:
What a nice photo of your dad! I received your message and was sorry to hear the sad news. Though I cannot be at the Funeral on Friday, my prayers are with you, Gordon, your mom and your sisters. Have faith that your dad is at peace now. Faith is the bird that feels the light and sings when the dawn is still dark.

TROOPER MARY JACKSON

July 12, 2007

HELENE MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOURS DURING THIS SAD TIME. GOD BLESS YOU GIRL.

Jimmy Picañol

July 12, 2007

Helene:
My deepest sympathy, may the Lord comfort you and your family during this time. God Bless.

Bea Matutes

July 12, 2007

Helene,
I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.

Jane Masrko Carabasi

July 12, 2007

I am so sorry about your loss. "Uncle Henny" was like a brother to my Dad. I have some wonderful memories of our family times together in North Jersey, at the bungalow and in Hialeah. Hopefully, he and my Dad are hanging out together on a cloud somewhere in Heaven talking about old times. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tomi Quiroz

July 12, 2007

I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that my thoughts, prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Kostyra family. Josie please know that we are available for you and your family. Respectfully Tomi Quiroz

TOM AND GINNY O'CONNOR

July 12, 2007

TOM AND I KNOW, THAT AS HIS GODFATHER, HANK HAS GONE TO CHECK UP ON GREG. THEY'LL BE SO HAPPY TO SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN.
LOVE TO ALL,

John Schmitz

July 12, 2007

Billie Ann & John Schmitz feel the empty void you are leaving and we will miss you. Especially at the EARA Office where you volunteered so much of your time & energy. Our heartfelt condolences to your family.

Jay and Adria

July 11, 2007

Helene,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dorothy Jasiecki

July 11, 2007

Hank, your journey has just begun.Now you are truly living in peace and love. we will miss you.

Manny and Anne De La Torriente

July 11, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Ira Baum, D.P.M.

July 11, 2007

For the years I knew Mr. Kostyra he was an interesting and quite wordly individual. I personally will miss him. My heartfelt condolences to Connie and Mrs. Kostyra and the rest of his family.

Levesque Family

July 11, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

John & Billie Ann Schmitz

July 11, 2007

Anyone who can help repair and fly in a German Jet over Washington DC after WWII without getting shot down while Truman played the piano has got to have an Angel on his shoulder.

Polly Thompson

July 11, 2007

Even though Hank's personality, love of life, and participation in the Funsters will be greatly missed, the emptiness is tempered by the knowledge that he is now free of pain and at rest. Our heartfelt condolences to Julia and family.

Wilma Steiner

July 11, 2007

Dear Kostyra Family:
The most important part of life is what we give to loved ones emotionally. You all have given a lot, and I was deeply moved by the devotion that I witnessed over the last number of months. I will always be available for Connie and her family. Respectfully, Wilma Steiner

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