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David J. Mrizek

David Mrizek Obituary

MRIZEK, DAVID J.
At home with love ones, David J. Mrizek died of lung cancer Thursday, May 21, 2009. He was born on June 29, 1953 to Charles and Shirley Mrizek. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Evon, his daughters, Erin and Dena, his father and three brothers, Tom, Chip and Andy Mrizek. A celebration of his life will be held Thursday, June 4 @ 2:00 at First Covenant Church in Rancho Cordova. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Mrizek Donation Fund @ US Bank, 1440 Ethan Way, Sacramento, CA 95825. Donations will be provided by family to selective charities.Published in The Sacramento Bee on 5/30/09.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Jun. 1, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for David Mrizek

18 Entries

Rita Hauf

March 14, 2010

To David's family:
I don't know if anyone is still looking at this site, but I wanted to write something anyway. We just found out about the loss of David a few weeks ago. We must have been to see David at his store just before he became ill, because I was going to bring in my jewelry for once-a-year inspection and cleaning. I was shocked.
He made special pieces for me, always had a smile on his big, gentle face and would let us pop in for any reason. To get something adjusted, to have a ring reset, to get a cleaning. Mostly I was the one who met with David, but my husband also met and liked him so much.
I can tell that my impression of him was correct when I read the loving notes written by those who knew him far better.
We are still very sad about his loss, it just doesn't seem fair. As he inspected a piece of jewelry he would always talk about his wife and his kids with a smile on his face.
He is just one of those people who you won't forget.
We are so sorry for your loss.
A long-time customer

September 30, 2009

life's too short sometimes. we all wish that we can give more and take less. I will never forget his warm welcoming smile, ever time i entered the room. I will always remeber the rabit and the hear story. No matter how many times he said it it never got old. He believed in everyone and trusted in everyone. He would never look at the mistake, but at the good the came out of the wrong choice we made.He loved everyone with all his heart and never gave up on any one, even if they may have let him down a time or two. God does eveything for a purpose, and sometimes we will never know that purpose till it comes too be our time to meet him again. But when we do and when we find that purpose we will be greatfull for the sacrafices made. We all will chearish the memmories that we have shared, all the adventures we have taken, and all the loving warmth we shared with each other. their will never be a nother man like him, but he will allways live on inside. so everyone be "DAVEstrong"
i love you Dave!

Jack and Sue Kasper

June 16, 2009

There are people you meet during your life who make a positive impact and Dave was one of those people. We will miss seeing him and sharing the stories about life. Dave was a wonderful person and we are sure he made a positive impact on others. We share your loss Evon. Our thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.

Judy Brosi-Chrzanowski

June 8, 2009

To his wife, daughters and family. Dave's warm smile and friendly attidude will always be remembered by me. As a customer he treated me like a friend and as I wear any of my jewelry I purchased from him, he will always be remembered.

You are in my thoughts and prayers and I am so very sorry for your loss.

I am walking 60 miles for breast cancer in October and will add his name on my shirt in memory for you.

Bill & Carol Penhollow

June 7, 2009

Tom & Chuck, Mrizek family, have our Sympathy as to your loss of David we are praying for each one of you. I tell our family, our loved one is NEVER away as long as we live.... because they live on in our hearts, Thank God for such happy memories to carry us on.
Our love, Bill & Carol Penhollow Katy, Texas

Barbara Hendricks

June 6, 2009

Chuck, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you. There is no bond greater than that between a parent and child. As you and I already know, the loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. Although no one can fully understand where you are right now unless they have walked the same path, I do share your grief. Dave is in a better place we know, and he and Shirley are up there sharing this great reunion. Roy is probably standing there cheering them on. Remember how Shirley and Roy always had such fun times together!

Chuck, Tom, Chip, and Andy, my deepest condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with you. As you return to life's routine, may you be comforted by your wonderful memories, feel the love and support of family and friends, and may God bless you during this sorrowful time.

Please accept.my deepest sympathies.

Love,
Barbara (Bobbie) Hendricks

Heidi Mrizek Gillinger

June 5, 2009

I will cherish the memories always and remember his smiling face. It was such a joy to be in his presence. I will never forget the times we spent camping and hanging out at the lake. I will miss you!

All my Love,
Heidi Mrizek Gillinger
David's niece

Yolanda Llano

June 4, 2009

We were saddened to learn of the loss of your beloved David. We met David at St. John's school and remember him with fondness.
Our sincerest condolences to all of you, Yolanda Llano and family (James, Paul and Monica)

Jodi Mrizek

June 3, 2009

I am so sad about the loss of my uncle Dave. It is hard to be in Texas so far away from my family at a time like this. My thoughts and prayers are with you everyday. I have many great memories as a little girl going to visit my dad in the summers. We spent so much time with our cousins, we had lots of sleepovers at there house and many family trips and reunions. I remember my uncle Dave as a very wonderful,kind man and I loved him very much. He will be missed by many people. I have comfort in knowing that he is with my grandma in heaven and we will all be together again one day.
Lots of Love, Jodi Mrizek

June 2, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of this saddness. My heart and prayers go out to you, Tom and family.
Love,
Debbie Penhollow Kiecke

Sylvia Llano Mosier

June 1, 2009

I remember David and your family with fondness from our grade school days at St. John's in Carmichael. Your family was always warm and gracious. Though two grades ahead of me, I remember David smiling and friendly, and a good friend to my brother Jim Llano. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.

Linda Rankin

June 1, 2009

We are all extremely fortunate to have known you for even a moment, but for a lifetime. You have given family, friends and me a true gift by allowing us to share in your last days with you. You’ve made all of our lives wonderful because he was a part of them.
You’ve been a role model to all of us of how to be honorable, admirable and loving people, as well as a wonderful husband and father. We will carry your example with us, as you will be in our thoughts in everything we do, and hopefully we will all make you proud. We already know how proud you were to be a husband and father. Your beautiful jewelry pieces, which family and friends have accumulated over the years, will be worn in honor and memory of you, and in memory of you passion as a gemologist.
We now pray for your peace. You leave us with unending wonderful memories of love and family. You will be missed terribly now that you have moved on to a magnificent place, and we will look forward to seeing you again. We are thankful for you being part of our lives and for being who you were to all of us.

Ron Lorenzo

May 31, 2009

It has been many years since I have spent time with Dave, but I will truly cherish those high school years. Dave was a true friend. Then Dave showed up in Redding, which is when we (my wife June & I) met Evon. We had a few good times together before they left Redding. I have only spoken to him 3 times since, but he truly had a great outlook on life. He was always Mr. Peaceful. Until we meet again Dave, my best goes out to all of your loved ones and friends.

Thomas Mrizek

May 31, 2009

I will miss you my brother, my guiding light and my best freind. Give our mother a big kiss for me. The love you shared with everyone was expressed by the wonderful way you lived your life with honesty, integrity and compassion for others.I am so proud and happy to have shared my life with you and I can't wait to see you agian.

Victoria Baker-Mrizek

May 31, 2009

I'm uncle David's niece and there's always one thing i'll remember about uncle Dave and that is he always looks at the positives of people and he never seemed to judge right away. my love goes out to anyone who was touched by Dave as i was. Thanks for the memories. I love you

David Kenward

May 30, 2009

I work right down the hall from Dave and I'd stop in from time to time to say hello and talk a bit. I always enjoyed hearing about his basketball adventures and I learned more about rocks then I ever dreamed. He was a really nice guy and I'll miss him.

Jon Cote

May 30, 2009

I'm saddened to hear of the passing of Dave. I've known Dave for many years in the Jewelry business. He truly had one of the most positive outlooks that anyone could have. Dave always took the extra moment to ask how things were going and talked about a variety of subjects when he would visit. He will be missed in the industry and our commumity.

Rob Sowell

May 30, 2009

Its hard to lose your best friend. Not hearing that "Hello Rob" every time I called or when we saw each other in person is going to be the toughest. You were able to bring out the best in people and your jewelry was your passion. Thank you again for the special watch. Every morning when I put it on it will be a reminder of what a great friend you were.

Safe travels

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