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1943
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2025
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Robert Zyskowski Obituary
Born on February 11, 1943, in Utica, Robert was the son of the late Adolph and Alice (Grabski) Zyskowski. He was a graduate of UFA.
On September 25, 1965, Robert married Patricia Bowen in St. Patrick's Church. They shared a blessed union of over 55 years before her passing on April 4, 2021.
Robert was a proud veteran, having served in the U. S. Air Force. He later worked as an electronics technician at Griffiss Air Force Base in Rome, retiring in 1995. He continued his career at Par Technologies, ultimately retiring in 2016.
He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Robert was president of the United Polka League and was very proud of his Polish heritage.
Surviving are his children, Sherry (Mark Lamie) Zyskowski, and Dale (Tammy) Zyskowski; grandson, Hunter Zyskowski; brother-in-law, Richard Bowen; sisters-in-law, Shirley Federico and Marilyn Thrasher, along with many cousins. He was predeceased by numerous beloved relatives.
Relatives and friends are invited and may call on Monday, February 24th from 4-6 p.m. at McGrath, Myslinski, Kowalczyk & Nunn Funeral Directors, 470 French Rd., Utica. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, February 25th at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Whitesboro.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Robert's name may be made to The Center for Development (www.ucdevelopment.org) or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (www.stjude.org). Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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David & Barb Lewandrowski
February 24, 2025
A very big loss to the members of United Polka League (UPL) as his dedication and care to promote bringing people together to enjoy some "happy music" was truly remarkable. His president's notes in the UPL newsletter often contained thought provoking facts and encouragement to look at life in an optimist way and his welcoming manor at the UPL dance was always a bright spot. Id´z z Bogiem Bob
Michael Dunn
February 23, 2025
Bob and I worked in the Calibration lab at Griffin's AFB for nearly 20 years. Our benches were kitty corner so we had alot of time to share fixing problematic issues on test equipment and enjoy each others sense of humor! He was a good friend and it was my honor to call him that.Gods Speed buddy, you and your family are in my prayers....Mike Dunn
Stephanie Schell
February 22, 2025
Took a lot of pride in his Polish ethnicity.
John Grabski
February 21, 2025
Robert was my favorate cousin and like a brother to me . whe shared many great times and fun in our lives J
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