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1951
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2023
BRIAN IDZIK Obituary
Wyandotte Hospital in Wyandotte, MI.
Born December 9, 1951, in Greensburg, PA to Joseph John and Elizabeth Jean (Diethorn) Idzik. He retired as a MSgt Security Squadron linguist from the United States Air Force in 1993 and as a Systems Programmer lll for the State of Alaska, DOT & PF, in 2015. He was a member of St Paul's Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, St Paul's music ministry, the US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Parkinson's Support Group of Juneau and Dipsticks Classic Car Club.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Helen (Fischer) Idzik; sisters Cathy (Pete) Belcher of Carlisle, PA and Anne (Joe) Riestenberg of Mason, OH; his brother Joe (Amy) Gibson of Springfield, OH; aunt Rosemary Kindelan of Jeannette, PA; sister in-law, Marilyn Golema and partner Thomas Jim Shannon of Wyandotte, MI; brother in-laws Ken Newton of Azle, TX and Don Fischer of Hastings, NE; his constant companion; Princess; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his grand-parents, parents, step-mother Patricia (Kindelan) Idzik; brother James "Jimmy" Gibson of Cincinnati, OH; sister in-law Shirley Newton of Azle, TX; brother in-law Charles Fischer of Omaha, NE and fallen comrades of 6985'th Security Squadron.
Cremation handled by Molnar Funeral Home of Wyandotte, MI.
A Catholic Mass will be held July 3 at St Paul's Catholic Church at 2 pm,
with internment at The Shrine of St Therese, Juneau, AK at a later date.
Condolences can be sent to Helen Idzik 4308 Mendenhall Blvd Juneau, AK 99801.
Memorials requested to the Juneau Parkinson's Rock Steady Boxing Program attention: Janet Valentour Boxing Coach, Pavitt Health & Fitness Center 10004 Glacier Hwy Juneau, AK 99801 or Knights of Columbus Seminarian support fund
St Paul's Catholic Church 9055 Atlin Dr., Juneau, AK 99801.
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Memories and Condolences
for BRIAN IDZIK
Richard Chamberlain
December 9, 2023
Served with Brian in multiple places. Rest in piece my friend. Richard Chamberlain
Bill Powell
December 9, 2023
May he rest in peace. I recall his dedication to his Avanti when we were barracks rats on Eielson AFB.
Earnie Ray
July 23, 2023
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13&14.
Sidney Williams
July 14, 2023
Helen, I just heard about Brian. We were out iof town during time of Brian's passing and mass. Think of you often. Hugs, Sidney Williams
Mary Brooks
July 7, 2023
I am so very saddened to read this, Helen. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and to all who loved and cherished Brian. God's peace attend you.
Doug Bridges
July 5, 2023
Condolences to Helen and the extended family. Brian was a good man who I had the pleasure of knowing and I am sorry to hear of his passing. May you rest in peace
Ralph Huffman
July 2, 2023
So sorry for your loss! I flew with Brian at Eielson AFB, AK. My prayers are with the family.
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