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Theodore Szutowicz Obituary
Szutowicz
November 26, 1925 -
February 10, 2015
Columbus, GA- Theodore Joseph Szutowicz, 89, of Columbus, GA, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2015, at his home.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00am EST, on Friday, February 13, 2015, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Columbus, GA. Interment will be at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery at 2:00pm EST and the family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 pm EST, at Vance Memorial Chapel in Phenix City, AL.
Mr. Szutowicz was born on November 26, 1925, in Florence, NJ the son of the late Joseph Szutowicz and Ana Sloba Szutowicz. He served in the Naval Armed Guard during WWII from 1943 to 1945 and was a graduate from Alabama Polytechnic Institute, School of Architecture in 1950. Mr. Szutowicz opened his architectural firm in 1958 and was responsible for the design of many buildings in the Columbus, Phenix City, and Valley area. He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church.
Other than his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Floyd Szutowicz and brother, Charles Sutor.
He is survived by 2 sons, Ted Szutowicz, Jr. of Columbus, GA and Norman White, wife Katie of Phenix City, AL; 2 sisters, Catheryn Filipkowski of Belchertown, MA and Alice Heath of South Hadley, MA; granddaughter, Debra Kay Ellison, husband Ronnie; 2 great grandchildren, KC Lynn and Veronica; many extended family members and caring friends. The family thanks the staff of St. Francis Hospital for their care over the last several days.
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Memories and Condolences
for Theodore Szutowicz
Cheryl Vaglienti
April 23, 2015
I am so sorry to learn of your family's loss. Your dad was and remained my friend, roll model and mentor. He was a stand up guy and consummate professional. Forever the gentleman, and always ready with a funny story. I've known him for over 40 years. We shared many joyful and trying moments, and I hope he knew he always had my admiration. He pulled me and guided me through the worst circumstances of my life. I loved him very much and he will always have a place in my heart. Heaven is a little bit nicer place because of his presence, but we are left with a hole in our hearts. I know he'll look out for us.
February 14, 2015
Uncle Ted, I have many fond memories of you throughout the years; The Holidays calls, the visits home to your native Deerfield. Mom loved you and Uncle Charlie very much, now you and he are together again along with dad. Ed
Tommy Rogers
February 13, 2015
Ted and Norman, I am heartbroken to hear of your dad's passing. I hope family and friends are a comfort during this time.
Leigh (Miller) Dees
February 13, 2015
Just wanted to say how very sorry I am about your dad. I have so many fond memories of him. I can't think about him without remembering my own dad. They had some wonderful times back in the day when we were younger. Will always remember him with love.
J Randall
February 12, 2015
We are keeping you in our prayers.
Andrea + Alexis Filipkowski
February 12, 2015
We are so sorry to hear about Ted. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Andrea + Alexis Filipkowski
February 12, 2015
We are so sorry to hear this news about Ted. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ronnie Ellison
February 12, 2015
Norman and little Ted i'm sorry for your loss and remember to stay strong.
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